by Carolyn Barratt

Are you trying to figure out[想出] how to make the most of[充分利用] this summer？ Well， summer can be either the most boring or most exciting time of the year. It all depends on if you make the most of it. These tips can aid you in having a productive[多产的]， enjoyable， and regret-free summer vacation.

1. Wake up early. Nothing eats away[腐蚀，消耗] at summer break like moping[闷闷不乐] around beneath the covers. Decide the previous day when you will get out of bed， then make sure to follow through.

During the first few weeks of vacation， chances are that you will relish[喜欢] the opportunity to sleep in[睡过头]. Its okay to do this and give yourself a break， because your body will naturally put itself on a schedule[时刻表] to wake itself up earlier.

2. Maintain good health and hygiene[卫生]. Brush your teeth and bathe often. Make sure to use sunblock[防晒霜]. Summer is a great time to get in shape[处于良好状态]， or stay in shape. Consider joining a summer sport， or at the very least get outside and have fun every day.

3. Clean your room. It may take a while to get your room ready for school. It will be worth it though when you are not losing important papers. Plus， your parents will see that you are more mature[成熟的] when they see that you cleaned your room without them threatening[威胁] to take away your cellphone.

4. Study. Look over last years notes， or do some research into what next years courses have in store[将发生]. When school resumes[重新开始]， youll be glad that your academic[有关学术表现的] knowledge and skills have not deteriorated[使恶化].

Do your summer assignments[课外作业] in a timely[适时的] manner and review your notes. You will be grateful when you return to school！ Most of the time， the first few weeks of school will be quite a surprise， as your brain has seemingly turned to mush[糊状物] and you have forgotten how to do even the simplest assignments. Keep your brain active， read for school or pleasure， research your own interests， or even just get into crossword puzzles[纵横拼字谜].

5. Read some books while youre not at school. There are books out there that are really interesting. You can even organize a book club for your friends. The club can meet weekly， bi-weekly or as often as you want. Incorporate[加入] snacks， activities， and occasional field

trips[（学生）实地考察旅行] for the most fun.

6. Join a volunteer group of some sort. All communities[社区] have some sort of soup kitchen注， or you can start being a candy striper[医院的志愿工作者] or help out around your community. Stay in contact with friends， have a great sense of accomplishment[成就]， stay active， and even help others！

7. Start a summer business. This may differ depending on your age. However， make sure that it is age-appropriate[适当的] and that you will follow through. Some ideas include a lemonade[柠檬水] stand[摊]， babysitting， lawn care， or getting a summer job at a local library or restaurant.

8. Go to camp and learn something new. If you have always loved basketball， why not try swimming， rock climbing， or even art at a summer camp？ If you love languages， why not try learning sign language[手语]？ Learn to write， draw， make photo albums， knit…The list goes on and on. Try something different that you know nothing whatsoever about， and you will gain a new skill and possibly find a lifelong love. Another upside[优势] is that you have a lot of time to practice and put your skill to use！

9. Spend some time with your friends. This is a sure-fire[一定能成功的] way of making sure you dont lose touch with your pals over the summer. Yes， texting is okay， but to really make good memories and great bonds[联结] with your friends， you need to go do things together. Cookouts[在野外煮食物]， swimming， playing volleyball， going to your local river to fish， shopping at the mall， and other things are great ways to hang out with your friends.

10. Spend time with your family. This is a great thing to do. Your parents and siblings[兄弟，姐妹] will always be there for you if you have a good relationship with them. Even something simple like eating dinner together can make your relationship closer with your family.

你是否在想怎样才能充分利用这个夏天呢？夏天既可以是一年中最无聊的时节，也可以是最刺激的时节，完全取决于你是否能充分利用它。以下的小贴士可以帮你拥有一个既充实又好玩，且无悔的暑假。

1. 早起。躲在被窝里闷闷不乐是最浪费暑假的一件事。在前一晚决定好什么时候起床，第二天按时执行吧。

在假期的第一周，你很可能会抓住机会享受睡懒觉的滋味。睡懒觉没问题，你可以借此休息一下。你的身体随后会自然而然地做出调节，到时候就会自动早起了。

2. 保持健康的体魄和良好的卫生习惯。经常刷牙和洗澡；记得涂防晒霜。夏天是练出好身材或保持身材的最佳季节。考虑参加一项夏季运动，或者至少每天都出去玩玩。

3. 打扫房间。你也许要花上一阵子才能把房间整理好迎接开学，但这是值得的，因为（整理好房间后）你不会丢失重要的文件。另外，你的父母看见你自觉打扫房间，而不需要他们威胁要收掉你的手机才做，他们会觉得你更加成熟了。

4. 学习。翻看去年的笔记，或者看看明年有哪些课程。开学后，你将会为自己的学术知识和技能没有退步而感到高兴。

适时完成暑期作业，复习笔记——重返校园的时候你会倍感欣慰呢！大多数情况下，回到学校的头几个星期往往会状况连连，因为你的脑袋似乎生锈了，连最简单的作业都不会做。让你的大脑保持活跃，看看学习或消遣的书，发掘自己的兴趣，或者只是玩玩填字游戏吧。

5. 不在学校的时候，看看书吧。除了课本，还有很多非常有趣的书呢。你甚至可以为你的朋友组织一个书友会。每周或每两周聚一次，或者随你们喜欢。准备些零食，搞一些活动，偶尔进行实地考察旅行，书友会就会变得更有趣。

6. 参加某类志愿团体。所有社区都设有某类型的流动厨房；你可以去当一名志愿护士助手或者在社区里帮帮忙。除了可以和朋友们保持联系、获得一种成就感以及让自己保持活力之外，你还能借此帮助到其他人呢！

7. 做做小生意。做什么生意会根据你的年龄而有所不同，但记得这个小生意要适合你的年龄，而且你也要坚持到底哦。一些想法包括：摆柠檬水摊位、当临时保姆、修剪草坪，或在当地图书馆或餐厅打暑期工。

8. 参加夏令营，学习新知识。如果你一直很热爱篮球，为什么不参加夏令营，在那里学习游泳、攀岩甚至艺术呢？如果你喜欢语言，为什么不试试学习手语？学习写作、画画、制作相册、编织……这个清单可以一直列下去。尝试一些你完全不了解的事物，你将习得一门新技巧，或许还会找到终生的爱好呢。另一个优点是你有很多时间练习并学以致用！

9. 和朋友共度时光。这个方法保证你不会过完暑假就和伙伴们变得疏远。没错，发短信没问题，但要拥有真正美好的回忆，和朋友们创造紧密的联系，你们需要一起活动。野炊、游泳、打排球、到附近的小河钓鱼、逛商场……这些都是和朋友出去玩的好主意。

10. 和家人在一起。这是一件很棒的事。如果你与父母以及兄弟姐妹的关系不错，他们将是你永远的后盾。即使是一起吃晚餐这么简单的事情也可以增进你和家人的感情。

暑假安全提示

夏天紫外线强烈，注意做好防晒。

多喝水，特别是外出活动的时候。此外，水比含糖饮料更好。

不要轻易尝试危险的活动。夏天应该多运动，但不代表可以随意尝试滑水、悬崖跳水等危险运动。记住，安全第一。

如果你要到外地旅行，务必查清楚目的地的情况，并把同伴或紧急联系人的电话留给父母。

去人多的地方（如游乐园、户外音乐会、烟花晚会等）时要提高警惕，尽量避开人潮。看好自己的财物，不要和同伴走散。