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Long ago, a great group lived by a river. They built big cities with brick houses. They even had ways to move water. It is fun to learn about them. Can you imagine living there?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWe live in a new age. It is the age of information. People use computers to share ideas. This helps us all stay close. It is a very fast world. Do you like using computers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people found a new metal. It was called iron. This metal was very strong. It helped make better tools. People used it for many things. Can you imagine using iron tools?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many smart people worked together. They learned about math and stars. They even made new paper for books. This helped them share what they knew. It was a very bright time. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Caesar lived in Rome. He was a strong leader. He led many armies. He made new rules for his people. Many people remember him today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Maya lived long ago. They built big stone temples. They also had many ways to talk. They grew food like corn. Today, many Maya people still live there. Do you like to learn about old cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMesopotamia is a land between two rivers. It is in a place called Iraq. Long ago, people lived there. They made the first wheels. They also grew food. This place helps us today. Do you want to see more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, things changed in Europe. New groups of people moved to new lands. They built many new kingdoms. Life was very different for everyone. It was a big time for change. Do you like learning about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople study wars from long ago. They look at how things change. They learn from the past. This helps us today. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many tribes joined together. A leader named Genghis Khan led them. His group grew very large. They traveled to many far places. This helped people trade new things. It was a big change for the world. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great empire ruled India. It was very big. Many kings led it. They built beautiful things like the Taj Mahal. It was a special time. Can you find a picture of a palace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNapoleon was a great leader. He led many soldiers. He became the king of France. He made many new rules. Some rules helped people. Do you like history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people changed how they lived. They began to grow food. They also kept animals. This helped many people live together. They built first homes and villages. It helped make our world. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a big empire grew. It was led by many kings. These kings ruled many lands. They helped many different people live together. The empire was very large. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived by the sea. They sailed big boats on the water. They traded things with many others. They even made an early way to write. This helps us read today. Do you like to sail?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people lived in the Americas. They built big cities. They grew lots of food. They made great things. These people were very smart. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king ruled Egypt. His name was Ramesses. He was a very strong leader. He built many big temples. He ruled for a long time. He was a great king. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a new time began. It was called the Renaissance. It started in a place called Italy. People made beautiful art. They also learned new things. This time changed the world. Do you like art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people learned new things. They looked at the stars. They used tools to see better. This helped them understand our world. It changed how we think. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many countries came to Africa. They wanted to take land and things like rubber. This was not fair to the people living there. Later, many African places became free. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Shen Kuo lived in China. He was very smart. He studied the stars and the land. He even helped find a way to use a compass. He loved to learn new things. Do you like to learn too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people used many paths to trade. These paths moved goods from far away. They carried soft silk and tasty tea. This helped people meet and share. It is a big story of our world. Do you like to trade things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Soviet Union was a very big place. It was the largest country in the world. Many different people lived there. It was a very important part of history. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Spain had a big empire. It was in many far places. They found gold and silver. This made them very strong. Many people lived in their lands. It was a very big part of history. Can you find Spain on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuleiman was a great king. He led a large land. Many people lived there. He made fair rules for all. He also loved art and poems. Do you like to read poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in Sumer. They lived by two big rivers. They grew lots of food. They even wrote things down! This helped them build cities. Do you like to learn about old cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great land was ruled by kings. This land was called the Tang. It was a very busy and happy time. Many people wrote beautiful poems. They also made lovely art. Do you like to write poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Timur lived. He ruled a very large land. He was a strong leader in many wars. He also loved art and books. His family helped many people later. Can you imagine a very big empire?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people called Vikings sailed the sea. They lived in cold lands. They traveled in big ships. They found new homes far away. They were good at sailing. Can you imagine a big boat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big war happened long ago. It was a very sad time. Many countries fought each other. This war changed the whole world. It is a story we remember. Do you know about old wars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a woman named Wu ruled China. She was a very strong leader. She helped many people learn. She also loved art and books. Her time was a great time for her land. Can you imagine being a queen?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, China had a king. Many people wanted a new way to lead. They worked hard to make changes. This helped start a new group called a republic. It was a big change for everyone. Can you imagine a new way to live?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big flood hit China. It brought too much rain. The water rose very high. Many people lost their homes. It was a hard time for them. People worked to help. Can you imagine a big flood?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, oil became hard to get. Many countries stopped selling oil to others. This made the price of oil go up very fast. It was a hard time for many people. Did you know oil helps cars move?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people in China met. They wanted things to change. They met in a big square. They wanted to be heard. Then, something very sad happened. People worked hard to make things better. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big group ruled. They lived in a place called Baghdad. Many smart people lived there. They loved to learn new things. It was a very special time. Can you imagine a city of learning?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAbel Tasman was a sailor. He sailed on big ships. He found new lands in the sea. He saw a place called Tasmania. He also saw New Zealand. Some things were hard for him. Can you imagine sailing on the big ocean?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Abu Muslim lived. He helped start a new group. He was very good at leading. People liked him a lot. Then, a new king was not kind to him. It was a sad time for many. Do you like stories about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Acropolis is a high rock. It is in a city called Athens. Long ago, people built big stone houses there. These houses are very old. You can see them today. Do you want to visit?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, there was a king. His name was Æthelstan. He ruled a big land. He helped bring many people together. He was a very great leader. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAfghanistan has had many hard years. Fighting happened in many places. Different groups fought for control. This made life very hard for people. Many people worked to find peace. Can you imagine living through such…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAfonso was a great leader. He was the first king of Portugal. He worked hard to make a new land. This land is a country we know today. He is a hero to many people. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king. He ruled a big land. He fought many wars to grow his kingdom. He was a very strong leader. His land became very powerful. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA. J. P. Taylor was a man who loved history. He wrote many books about the past. He also spoke on TV for many people. He wanted to help us learn. His work still matters today. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great group lived in Africa. They were very good at finding water. They built big wells and dams. This helped many people live there. They even traded with far away lands. It was a busy place! Can you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king ruled Egypt. His name was Akhenaten. He wanted to worship the sun. He built a new city for this. People found his city much later. Do you want to learn more about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great kingdom grew. It was called Akkad. A leader named Sargon started it. He brought many lands together. This helped people trade and work. It was a very big change. Can you imagine a king so big?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place was called Al-Andalus. It was in a land we call Spain. Many smart people lived there. They learned about stars and medicine. This place helped the world learn. Can you imagine living there?
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