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Long ago, a big country moved many people. They sent them far away. Some people were sent to new homes. This was very sad for many. It changed how people lived. Do you know about new homes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people from Portugal sailed far. They went to many new lands. They used big ships to cross the sea. They found places far away. This helped them trade goods. It changed the world. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a country wanted more freedom. A new leader helped people speak out. They wanted to travel and share news. Then, other armies came with tanks. This made things very sad. People worked hard for change. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in Egypt. They made tools from stone. They also lived in tents. Some people grew food. They lived near the Nile river. This was a very long time ago. Can you imagine living there?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people lived. They lived on big, grassy lands. They kept cows and horses. They even used wheels! These people spoke a special way. Their words helped many others later. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, kings ruled Egypt. They were from a far place. They lived there for a long time. These kings helped build big temples. It was a special time for many people. Can you imagine living in a palace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Ptolemy was a leader. He ruled a land called Egypt. He built a very big library. This helped many people learn. His family ruled for a long time. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a queen named Puduḫepa lived. She was a very strong leader. She helped her king make rules. She also wrote letters to other kings. She was a very important woman. Do you like learning about queens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two big groups fought. One group was Rome. The other was Carthage. They fought for many years. It was a hard time for many people. Now, Rome became very strong. Do you like learning about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePyramids are big buildings. They have wide bottoms. They go up to a point. Many people built them long ago. They are very tall. They look amazing! Do you like big buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king named Pyrrhus. He was a very brave leader. He led many big battles. He won some fights, but it was hard. He lost many people he cared about. This made his wins feel sad. Do you like stories…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, the Pyu people lived in cities. These cities had big walls. They grew rice in the fields. They traded with many people. Their ways helped new groups later. Can you find a city on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group ruled many lands. They were called the Black Sheep. This was because of their flags. They lived in a big area. They even wrote beautiful poems. Do you like sheep?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called the Qin grew strong. They brought many lands together. One leader became the first great king. He made new rules for everyone. He even built a huge army of clay soldiers. Do you like learning…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called the Manchus ruled China. They were a very big empire. Many different people lived there together. They built a land that was very large. It helped make the China we know today. Can you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA great leader lived long ago. His name was Quang Trung. He led his brothers to help people. They wanted things to be fair. He was a very brave man. Do you like stories about brave leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a great king. His name was Rajaraja. He ruled a very big land. He built a large, beautiful temple. He also helped collect many old poems. He was a very strong leader. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king ruled Egypt. His name was Ramesses III. He was a strong leader. He fought to keep his land safe. He built very big temples. Many years later, something sad happened to him. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king lived in a land called Sukhothai. He was a very brave leader. He helped make a new way to write. He also helped make beautiful clay pots. These things help us learn about him today. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA queen lived in a place called Jhansi. She was a brave leader. She fought to keep her home safe. Many people remember her today. She is a hero in India. Do you like stories about brave leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many groups lived in one land. Some groups fought for control. Over a long time, the land changed. New leaders took over the towns. This took many, many years. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people fight about what they believe. These are called religious wars. Many wars are actually about land or money. People work hard to find peace. It is good to learn about others. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a city lived by the sea. It was a very busy place. People sailed big ships to trade. They were very good at banking, too. This city was very strong and grand. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a place called Venice. It sat by the sea. People there used boats to trade. They had a leader called a doge. This helped the city grow big. It was a very busy place. Can you imagine living on the…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people in Europe wanted change. They wanted to help lead their lands. Many people were hungry for food. They also wanted to be heard. This helped make things better later. Did you know about this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people wanted change. They wanted to live in a new way. Many countries in Europe had big protests. People worked hard for fairness. This changed the whole world. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard was a great king. He lived a long time ago. He was a brave leader. He led many soldiers. He was very strong. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRoald Amundsen was a brave man. He loved the cold ice. He traveled to the South Pole. He was the first to get there. He used dogs to help him. He was a great explorer. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRobert Scott was a brave explorer. He traveled to the cold South Pole. He went on big trips to the ice. He found old plants in the snow. These finds helped us learn a lot. He was a hero to many. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRobert was a strong leader. He lived a long time ago. He traveled to a land called Italy. He worked hard to rule many places. He was a very clever man. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRobert the Bruce was a king. He lived in Scotland a long time ago. He fought to keep his land free. People in Scotland think he is a hero. He was a very brave leader. Do you know any kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, Rome was very big. It ruled many lands. Kings and leaders ran the land. People lived in many places. It was a very grand time. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, kings ruled Rome. They led the people. They also led the army. The kings made the laws. They were very strong leaders. Do you think being a king is hard?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo big groups fought for a long time. One group was the Romans. The other group was from Persia. They fought over land and power. They fought for many years. It was very hard for both sides. Do you think they could…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Rome was a city. It did not have a king. Instead, leaders were chosen. Some people were very rich. Other people were not. They worked to make things fair. Now Rome was very big. Can you imagine living there?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a special stone. It has many old words on it. These words help us read about Egypt. It was a big clue for us. It helps us learn the past. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of leaders ruled. They ruled for many years. They lived in a place called Rus. Their family was very big. They helped many people. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Russia had a big fight. Many groups fought to lead the land. It was a very sad time for people. One group won the fight. They made a new way to live. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a very big land was ruled by kings. This land was called the Russian Empire. It was very, very large. It had many different people living there. It grew even bigger over many years. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Russia went through big changes. People wanted more food. They also wanted fair rules. A new group took over. This group made a new way to rule. It changed the world. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people in Russia were sad. They did not have enough food. They did not have fair jobs. People asked the king for help. The king made some new rules. This helped some people. Do you like fair rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two big groups fought a war. One was from Russia. One was from Japan. They both wanted to rule new lands. This war changed the world. It was a big deal for many people. Can you imagine a big change like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a big fight. Many lands were part of one group. Then, new groups wanted to be free. They worked hard to change things. This helped many people. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Rwanda were not kind to each other. They fought for a long time. Many people were hurt during this sad time. Today, people work to be kind. We remember them now. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of kings ruled. They lived in a place called Iran. These kings helped make the land one big home. They also helped people share the same faith. This was a very big change. Do you like learning about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSaladin was a great leader. He led many people. He helped rule big lands. He was very kind to others. He gave much to his people. Do you like stories about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king ruled a big land. His name was Samudragupta. He was a very brave leader. He also loved to play music. He could play a special instrument. He made his kingdom very large. Do you like to play music too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Sargon became king. He ruled a very large land. He was the first to rule a big empire. This helped many people live together. It was a new way to lead. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article