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Long ago, people called Sarmatians lived on big plains. They liked to ride horses. They were very good at using bows and arrows. This helped them travel far. They lived a long time ago. Do you like to ride horses?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great land was ruled by kings. This land was called the Empire of the Iranians. They built big cities and grand buildings. Their art and ideas spread to far places. This time was a very special part of…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people ruled. They lived in a big land. They made their own coins. These coins had kings on them. They helped people trade things. This helped many people connect. Can you find a coin?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called the Saxons lived. They lived near the sea. Some used boats to travel. They even moved to new lands. Their name is still used today. Can you find them on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScipio was a great leader. He led the Roman army. He helped Rome win a big war. He was a very brave man. Many people liked him. Do you want to learn more about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people called Scythians lived on the grass lands. They loved to ride horses. They moved from place to place. They even made beautiful gold art. Can you imagine riding a horse all day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a war happened in Africa. It was between two groups. They fought over gold in the ground. Many people were hurt by the fighting. Later, leaders worked to find peace. Can you imagine living through a war?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a land called Bulgaria was born. Two brothers led the people. They made the land strong. It had many beautiful buildings. It was a very special place. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big war happened in Africa. It was in a place called the Congo. Many countries joined the fight. It was a very sad time. People had to leave their homes. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, things changed fast. New tools were made. People used steel to build big things. They used lights in their homes. This helped many people live better. Can you imagine a world without lights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big war happened. Italy sent soldiers to Ethiopia. Many people were hurt in the fight. It was a very sad time. People worked hard for peace. Do you know about big wars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a big fight. It was between China and other lands. They fought over trade and ships. This fight changed things for many people. It was a very hard time. Can you imagine a world so different?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a big war happened. It was in China. Many people were hurt. It was a very sad time. But people worked hard to stay strong. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA king named Sejong lived long ago. He was a very wise leader. He helped make a new way to write. This helps people talk and read. He also helped with science. He was a great king. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big land was made. A leader named Seleucus started it. It was a very large place. It held many different people. It helped many ways to talk grow. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people built a big land. They were called the Seljuks. They ruled many places. Their land was very large. They made many beautiful things. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people made great things. They built big statues and tall towers. These were called wonders. Most are gone now. But the big pyramids still stand! Can you name a wonder?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many countries fought a big war. This war happened in many places. It was in Europe and far away. It was also in North America. Many people had to make hard choices. The war changed how the world worked.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Shaka lived in South Africa. He was a king for the Zulu people. He helped his people grow very strong. He used new ways to lead. Shaka's time was a very busy time. Can you imagine being a king?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called the Shang ruled. They lived near a big river. They made beautiful things from stone and metal. They even used bones to write. It is a very old story. Can you find a picture of their art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a land called Sheba. It was in a place called Yemen. The people there traded sweet smells. They sold things like spice. This land was very special. Do you like to learn about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA shield is for protection. You hold it in your hand. It blocks spears and arrows. Shields can be big or small. Some are made of wood. They help keep people safe. Can you imagine holding one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Shivaji lived in India. He was a very brave king. He built many strong forts on hills. He worked hard to help his people. Shivaji is still remembered today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA siege is when a group surrounds a city. They try to stop food from coming in. This can take a long time. People in the city must stay safe. It is a very hard time for everyone. Do you think it is hard to wait?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great land was formed. It was called the Sikh Empire. A leader named Ranjit Singh helped bring it all together. It was a very large and busy place. It had many different people living there. Do you want…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSima Qian was a great writer. He lived in China long ago. He wrote a big book about history. He wanted to finish his father's work. He worked hard even when things were sad. His books help us learn today. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big ship named Titanic set sail. It was the largest ship. But it hit a big piece of ice. The ship went down in the sea. Many people were saved by other boats. We learned how to keep ships safe. Do you like big ships?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two lands had a fight. One land was China. The other land was Burma. They fought for many years. The people in Burma stayed free. This helped make their border. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many small groups ruled China. They lived in many different places. Some groups fought for power. Other groups worked to build new homes. This time was very busy. Many new ideas grew. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSkanderbeg was a brave leader. He lived a long time ago. He led his people in Albania. He was a great hero. Many people still love him today. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSnorri was a man from Iceland. He loved to write stories. He wrote about old kings. He wrote about gods too. His books help us learn. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in Sogdia. They lived near big rivers. They were great at trading goods. This helped them meet many people. It was a busy place to live. Can you imagine traveling far to trade?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called the Song ruled China. They made new things. They made the first paper money. They also used a compass to find North. This time was very busy and bright. Do you like learning about old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great land grew. It was called the Songhai Empire. People traded gold and salt there. It was a very rich place. It helped many people live well. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo big groups wanted to go to space. They built big rockets. One group sent a small satellite up first. Then, a person went into space. Later, people even walked on the Moon! Now, they work together in space. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, two countries fought. This was a war between Spain and the United States. It happened many years ago. It changed how the world looked. Many islands changed hands after the fight. It was a very big…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many lands were ruled by Spain. People wanted to rule themselves. They fought for many years. This helped new countries start. It changed the world forever. Do you like learning about new places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight happened in Spain. Two groups fought for power. It was a very hard time for people. Many people worked to make things better. Can you imagine living through a war?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people from Spain sailed far. They found new lands. Many people already lived there. Things changed for them. It was a very big change. Can you imagine a long boat ride?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big empire lived in Mexico. It was called the Aztec Empire. Then, people from Spain came to visit. They fought with the Aztec people. Many people got sick, too. This changed how people lived. It was a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a big empire. It was called the Inca. Many people lived there. Then, new people came from far away. They had a fight with the Inca. It was a hard time for many. Can you imagine meeting new people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bad flu spread around the world. It made many people sick. It was not from Spain. People gave it many names. It was a very hard time. Do you know how to stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a place called Sparta. It was in a land called Greece. The people there were very strong. They worked hard to train. This helped them stay safe. Do you like to play sports?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Spartacus lived in Rome. He was a brave leader. He helped many people find freedom. They worked hard to be free. This was a big change for them. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many small groups lived in China. They were all led by one king. But the king lost his power. Local lords began to rule their own lands. They fought to be the strongest leader. It was a busy time of change.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long war happened in Sri Lanka. It was a fight between two groups. People were treated in unfair ways. This made many people sad. They worked hard for peace. Do you know about peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a great kingdom. It lived near the water. Many people used boats to trade. This helped the kingdom grow big. It was a very special place. Can you imagine living on a boat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king named Stephen. He led a land called Moldavia. He worked hard to keep his people safe. He also built many beautiful churches. People still remember him today. He is a hero to many. Do you…
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