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Long ago, a group of people moved a lot. They lived on horses. They were very good at riding. They traveled to many new lands. Some of them are still here today. Do you like to ride horses?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAlaric was a strong leader. He led a group of people. They lived near Rome a long time ago. He worked with the Roman army. Later, he became a king. He wanted a good life for his people. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Alaungpaya led his people. He was a brave leader. He brought many lands together. He helped make a big, new kingdom. He even gave a new name to a town. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Alcibiades lived in Athens. He was a leader and a general. He moved to many different places. He worked with many different groups. He was a student of a teacher named Socrates. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Alexander lived. He was a prince. He led his people in big fights. He helped keep his home safe. Many people remember him today. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight happened. It was in a place called Algeria. Many people wanted to be free. They worked hard for their own land. Finally, they won their freedom. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people lived in the desert. They built a big empire. They even made a city called Marrakesh. They helped many people live together. This group was very strong. Can you imagine living in the desert?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAmelia Earhart was a brave pilot. She loved to fly in planes. She was the first woman to fly alone across the ocean. Her flying helps us learn about the sky. Do you like to fly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big war happened. It was in the United States. Some states fought others. This was a very sad time. Many people fought for freedom. It helped end slavery. Can you learn about it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people moved west. They built new towns. They also built many farms. This was a big change. It helped make the country what it is today. Can you imagine moving to a new place?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people fought over land. Many groups lived in North America. New people came to live there too. They wanted the land for homes. This caused many sad fights. It was not fair to many. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in thirteen colonies. They had a big fight with a king. They wanted to be free. A man named George Washington led them. They won and made a new nation. Can you imagine living in a new land?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Amerigo went on big trips. He sailed on ships. He saw new lands. He wrote books about his trips. Now, we call our world America after him. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people lived in new lands. They built many great cities. They even ruled in far places like Egypt. Their story helps us learn about the past. Do you like learning about old cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Xenophon wrote a book. It tells of a long trip. Many soldiers had to walk far. They walked through snow and heat. They finally saw the blue sea. Can you imagine a long walk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king named Anawrahta ruled. He built a great empire. He made new ways to grow rice. This helped his people have food. He was a very famous leader. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in the desert. They built homes in high cliffs. They made pretty bowls from clay. These homes are still here today. Can you find them on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great city was built. It was in a place called North Africa. The people there were very good at sea. They sailed on big ships to trade. It was a very rich place. Do you like to sail on boats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two kingdoms lived in a land. One was in the north. One was in the south. They had many people. These people made a new way of life. It is a very old story. Can you find them on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people held big games. They met in a place called Olympia. Athletes ran and raced for prizes. The winners got crowns made of leaves. These games were very special. Would you like to run in a race?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two groups fought at sea. They both wanted to trade goods. They used many big ships. They fought many battles on the water. This was a hard time for them. Do you like big ships?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, new people came to Britain. They were called the Anglo-Saxons. They lived in many small lands. They spoke a way of talking we still use. Their ways helped make England what it is today. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big war happened. It was in a place called South Africa. Two groups fought for the land. One group was the Zulu people. They had a king named Cetshwayo. The war was very hard for many. Do you want to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight began in Angola. Two groups fought for power. This fight lasted for many years. It was a sad time for the people. Many people worked to find peace. Can you imagine a very long fight?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a big fight in China. A general led an army against the king. This made life very hard for many people. It changed how the land was run for a long time. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnne Frank was a young girl. She lived in a city called Amsterdam. Long ago, her family had to hide. Anne wrote in a special diary. It tells us about her life. Her story helps us today. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a leader named Antigonus. He led a very big army. He was a strong king. He ruled over many lands. His family ruled for a long time. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a great city was built. It sat by a big river. Many people lived there to trade. It was a very busy place. It was a special home for many. Do you like big cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people lived in many lands. They were called the White Sheep. They had white sheep on their flags. Their leaders ruled for a long time. Some leaders were very strong. They helped their people…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two big groups fought. One group was the Arabs. The other group was the Byzantines. They fought for many years. This changed how people lived. It was a very big change. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany groups want the same land. People have fought over it for a long time. This can be very sad. Many people work for peace now. It is good to try to be kind. Do you think peace is important?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people wanted change. They lived in many lands. They wanted to be free. They used phones to talk. This helped them work together. It was a big time for change. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople long ago left things behind. They left pots and old tools. We find these things in the ground. They help us learn about old lives. It is like a puzzle. Can you find clues too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople dig in the dirt to find old things. They look for tools and old bones. This helps us learn about the past. It is like a big puzzle. Do you want to be a digger?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn archive keeps old things. It holds papers and stories. These things show our past. They help us learn. We can find them in big buildings. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many Armenians lived in a big land. Sadly, leaders treated them very poorly. They made people leave their homes. This was a very hard time. Many people worked to help them. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Arminius lived. He led many groups of people. They fought to keep their land free. This helped his people stay together. He is a famous man from history. Do you like stories about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a great group lived in Africa. They were called the Asante. They traded gold and worked hard. They had a special golden stool. Today, their ways are still loved. Do you like gold?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA king lived long ago. He was a great leader. He built a big library. It had many books. This helps us learn today. Do you like books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAskia Muhammad was a great leader. He ruled a very big land. He built many new schools. He helped many people trade. His work made his land strong. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight started. It began in a place called Sarajevo. A leader and his wife were killed there. This led to a very large war. It changed the whole world. Do you know about big wars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in Assyria. They lived in a big land. They were good at trade. They traded things with many others. They built a very large empire. Their ways helped others later. Do you like learning about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAtahualpa was a great leader. He ruled a large land. He was the last king of his people. Many years ago, things changed for his land. It was a hard time. Can you imagine being a king?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big war was happening. It was very hard for many people. Then, two very strong bombs were used. This happened in two cities. Many people were hurt. This changed our world. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a land. A man named Atropates started it. His family ruled for a long time. This place helped keep old ways alive. It was a special home. Do you like learning about old lands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big fight happened long ago. It was in a place called Hawaii. Many ships were there. It was a very sad day. People worked hard to make things better. Do you know about Hawaii?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Attila lived. He led a large group of people. They traveled to many new places. He was a very strong king. Many people remember his name today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two lands joined together. They were called Austria and Hungary. One king led both lands. They worked as one big team. This helped them grow very large. It was a very big place. Do you like learning about…
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