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Long ago, a group of people lived in a big land. They were very strong. They had a big group called a Khaganate. This group split into two parts. One part stayed in the east. Later, a new group took their land. Can…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group called Wu lived in China. They lived near a big river. A leader named Sun Quan ruled them. He was a strong king. They made many things like jars and carts. It was a busy time! Do you like learning…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Ireland wanted to be free. They fought for their own land. It was a hard time for many. This helped people work for change later. Can you imagine a big change like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big land was split. It became three small lands. One part was in the east. This land helped start Germany. It was a new way to live. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people lived in East Timor. A group of soldiers came to their land. This was very unfair to the people. They were not treated well. Many people worked hard for change. Now, East Timor is its own place.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Bede wrote a book. It tells the story of many people. He wrote about how they learned about God. The book helps us know about the past. It is a very special book. Do you like stories about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people study how we use money. They look at the past. They see how things change. This helps us learn. It shows us how people lived. Do you like learning about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people wanted to be free. They fought to rule their own land. This helped a place called Ecuador. It was a big change for them. Now they can make their own rules. Do you like to be free?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEddie Rickenbacker was a brave pilot. He flew planes in a big war. He also loved to race fast cars. He worked very hard as a boy. He did many things well. Do you like fast cars or planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Edgar was king. He ruled over the land of England. He helped make things peaceful for his people. He even made new coins for everyone to use. His time as king was a good time. Do you like old coins?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king named Ashoka ruled. He wrote words on big rocks. He also wrote on tall stone poles. These words told people how to be kind. They helped people live together well. Do you like to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdmund Allenby was a leader. He led many soldiers. He was a very strong man. He worked hard in many places. He helped his people win. Do you like stories about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdmund was a king. He ruled a land called England. He worked hard to keep his land safe. He helped many people live together. It was a big job! Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdward Channing wrote about the past. He wrote many books. He taught at a big school. His books help us learn. He was a great writer. Do you like books about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king. His name was Edward. He lived in a big castle. He liked horses and dogs. Some people were not happy with him. It was a hard time for the land. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdward Parry was a brave sailor. He sailed his ships into the cold ice. He went very far north. He even found a new way to keep food in cans. This helped his crew stay strong. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a prince. He lived in England. He was a brave knight. He led many soldiers in wars. People thought he was a great leader. Do you like stories about knights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdward was a king in England. He lived a long time ago. He was a kind man. People thought he was a saint. He helped his people for many years. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king. His name was Edward. He was a strong leader. He helped bring many lands together. He worked hard to help his people. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king named Edward. He lived in a land called England. He became king when he was young. Then, something very sad happened to him. He died a short time later. People remember him today. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two big groups fought. They wanted the same land. Then, a king and a leader made a plan. They promised to be friends. This was a very special peace. It helped them stop the fighting. Do you like to make peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big museum in Egypt. It has many old things. People can see gold and statues there. It helps us learn about the past. Do you want to see it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big museum is in Berlin. It has many old things from Egypt. You can see a famous queen there. These things are very old. They tell us about the past. We can learn a lot. Do you want to visit?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Egypt had a king. A group of soldiers wanted change. They wanted Egypt to be free. They helped the country become a republic. This helped many other places too. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople study old Egypt. They look at old art. They read old writing. This helps us learn. It is like a big puzzle. Do you like old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEdward Carr was a writer. He wrote many books. He liked to learn about the past. He studied how people live together. He thought the world could get better. Do you like to read books about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a leader lived. He was a very strong king. He ruled many lands. He was a famous ruler. His story is still told today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of men did very bad things. They hurt many people in many places. This was during a big war. Many people worked to make things fair later. We must remember these stories. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in caves. These caves are in a big valley. They found food and lived there. It is a very old place. We can learn from their lives. Can you find a cave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA young man was a king. He lived in a place called Rome. He loved his own gods. He brought new ways to the city. This made many people upset. He was a leader for a short time. Do you like to learn about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called the Palatinate was very important. It sat near a big river. Its leaders helped pick a great king. Many people lived there. It was a special place to see. Do you like learning about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader ruled a place. This place was near a river. The leader lived in a city called Bonn. It was a very big job. It helped shape the world. Do you like learning about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called Mainz was very big. A leader lived there. He was a very important man. He helped the king. This place was special to many people. Do you like to learn about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a place called Saxony. It was a large land. Leaders ruled the land for a long time. They helped people live and work. It was a very busy place. Can you imagine living there?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called Trier was very special. A leader lived there. He was a king and a church leader. He helped rule the land. This place lasted for a long time. It was a busy place to live. Do you like learning…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElizabeth was a wise teacher. She studied books from long ago. She learned how printing changed the world. This helped many people learn new things. She also loved to play tennis. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElizabeth Longford was a writer. She wrote books about the past. She wrote about a queen. She also wrote about many leaders. Her books help us learn. Do you like stories about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a woman lived in London. She ran a very busy house. Many rich people went there. People in the city did not like her. Some people were very mean to her. She died a long time ago. Do you like learning about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big castle. It is by the sea. People built it long ago. It was a place for trade. Later, something very sad happened there. Many people were treated unfairly. Now, people visit to learn. Can you see the walls?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a leader named Abraham Lincoln made a big rule. This rule helped many people be free. It changed how people lived in the land. It was a very good thing. Can you imagine how happy they were?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Mola lived in Spain. He was a leader in the army. He helped start a big fight in his country. Many people were hurt during this time. Later, he died in a plane crash. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a land. It was called Bukhara. It had big cities and rivers. Many different people lived there. They worked and lived together. Do you like to learn about old lands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called Granada was built. It was a land for many people. They built a grand palace called the Alhambra. This place was very beautiful. It was a special home for a long time. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmmett was a young boy. He lived in a big city. Long ago, something very sad happened to him in Mississippi. This made many people work for fairness. His story helps us today. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Li Zhi became a king. He ruled a big land. His wife helped him lead the people. They worked together as a team. It was a busy time for them. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Liu Xiu lived in China. He was a very smart leader. He helped bring peace to many people. He became a great king. He was kind to his friends. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a leader in Japan. His name was Kōmei. He lived in a big palace. He wanted to keep his home the same. New people from far away came to visit. This was a big change for his land. Do you like to see…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Norton lived in a big city. He called himself an emperor. He wore a blue suit with gold. Many people liked him very much. They were kind to him. Do you like to dress up?
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