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As much as we may want to protect children from all the terrible, horrible and very bad things in life, too often we don5t get a choice. These four new kids5 books serve as guides for a variety of difficulties and as important reminders that we have a choice in how we react to such trials. These stories introduce young readers to relatable characters who are processing and recovering from hardships and sorrows. Each book, in its own way, offers a guide for young readers who are facing their own struggles. Together, they teach a lesson for us all in resilience（还原能力）and hope.
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The Secret Horses Of Briar Hill
By Megan Shepherd
Twelve-year-old Emmaline has a secret: she can see winged horses in the mirrors at Briar Hill hospital, a British hospital for children during World War II. The magical adventures of the horses come to life as Emmaline recovers from her illness and must face the sickness of those she loves.
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Goodbye Days
By JeffZentner
Carver Briggs blames himself for the deaths of his three best friends（he sent the text message that likely caused the car accident resulting in their deaths）. What's more, he could face a criminal investigation into his role. The novel follows his journey as he tries his best to make peace with his loss and guilt.
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Stef Soto, Taco Queen
By Jennifer Torres
Now in middle school, Estefania Stef Soto has become embarrassed by her Mexican-American family's food truck and is tired of being joked at school as the “taco（墨西哥煎玉米卷）queen.” But when the family business is threatened, she becomes one of its biggest protectors and learns to accept her identity（身份）.
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Why Can't Grandma Remember My Name?
By Kent L Karosen,
illustrated by Chana Stiefel
Driven by questions from Ashley, a child whose grandmother has Alzheimer's（早老性痴呆病）— “Will Grandma get worse?” — this book offers an outline for families dealing with the illness. Drawings in this book are done by children and by Alzheimer's patients.
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21. “Such trials” in paragraph 1 most probably refers to ______.
A. creative processes B. lovable characters
C. difficult experiences D. painful reminders
22. Suppose you have just moved from Asia to America and your kids have trouble getting along with others at school, which of the following books are you going to pick for your children?
A. The Secret Horses Of Briar Hill
B. Stef Soto, Taco Queen
C. Why Can't Grandma Remember My Name?
D. Goodbye Days
23. The author writes this passage to ______.
A. share some new parental skills with parents
B. teach kids how to write some dramatic stories
C. introduce some newly published books for kids
D. start a discussion on the topics of the new books
