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Many years ago, fighting began in a place called Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Groups of people fought with the army. This was a very hard time for many. People worked hard to find peace. We hope for calm places today. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome groups have fought in North Africa. They fought against many governments. This caused many sad things to happen. Many people worked to make things safe. Leaders from other lands helped too. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people study how we think. They look at old ideas. They read what people wrote long ago. This helps us learn. It shows how ideas change. Do you have big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Peru had a hard time. Groups fought with the government. Many people were hurt. This was a sad time for the country. Now, things are much better. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, laws were very unfair. Many people lived in South Africa. They fought for fair rules. They worked together to change things. This helped make the country better. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many lands worked together. Leaders met to keep peace. They wanted things to be fair. They also worked to stop the slave trade. This helped many people. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a sad thing happened. Many Japanese families had to move. They were sent to live in camps. This was not fair to them. Later, the leaders said they were wrong. Can you imagine moving away like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big land had no king. It was hard to rule. People had many fights. Later, new leaders helped. This made things better. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, the world changed. New things like cars and radios came out. Many people felt happy and rich. But then, things got very hard for many. People lost their jobs and money. It was a very busy time. Can…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight began. It happened in a place called Poland. Two groups of soldiers came to the land. They took the land away. This was a very sad time. Can you imagine how they felt?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight happened. It was in a place called Waikato. Many people fought for their land. Some people lost their homes. Later, the leaders said they were sorry. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many Greek cities fought. They wanted to rule themselves. They did not like the Persian kings. A leader helped them start a big fight. It was a hard time for them. Do you like stories about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, some leaders made secret deals. They sold weapons to a country called Iran. They used the money to help a group in Nicaragua. This was not allowed by the law. It was a very big problem. Do you think it is…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big problem happened. Some people took Americans at an office in Iran. This lasted a long time. It was a very sad time for many. Finally, the people came home. Do you think it is good to be kind to others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, new kings rose to power. They ruled over many lands. They helped people use their own language. This made their culture very strong. It was a special time. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo places have a long fight. Iran and Israel do not get along. They help other groups fight. This has happened for a long time. It is a very big problem. Do you know about other big fights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo big countries have a rivalry. They want to be leaders. They often disagree about many things. This can cause trouble for others. Now, they are trying to be friends again. Do you think being kind helps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big fight happened. Iraq took over a place called Kuwait. Many countries said this was wrong. They worked together to help. Soon, Kuwait was free again. It was a very big change. Do you think people like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIrena was a kind nurse. She lived in a place called Poland. Long ago, a war began. Many people were treated unfairly. Irena helped many children stay safe. She gave them new homes. She was very brave. Can you be…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people in Ireland disagreed. They had to fight each other. This was a very sad time. Some people wanted a new way to rule. Others wanted the old way. The fight ended after a long time. Can you imagine…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people in Ireland had a fight. They could not agree on new rules. This made people very sad. Some friends even fought each other. It was a hard time for all. Do you think it is hard to agree?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Ireland wanted change. They wanted to rule their own land. There was much fighting for a while. It was a very hard time. Now, Ireland is a new place. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Ireland wanted to lead themselves. They fought with the British to make this happen. It was a hard and sad time. Many people worked to make things better. Now, Ireland is its own place. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a woman named Irma worked at camps. She was very mean to people. She treated many people in a very unfair way. Later, a group of people held a trial. They found her guilty of being bad. She had to pay for…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany ships sank in this water. It is called Ironbottom Sound. Long ago, there were big battles here. Many boats and planes went down. People still visit to say hello to the lost men. Can you find it on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a man lived in Egypt. His name was Iry-Hor. He was a king. He ruled many lands. We know his name from old marks. He was a very important leader. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people were hurt. They lived in a place called the north. A leader was not kind to them. Many families had to leave their homes. This was very sad. Can you imagine moving far away?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsabella Bird was a great traveler. She went to many far places. She wrote books about her trips. She even helped build a hospital. Her life was a big adventure. Do you want to travel too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Ishi lived in the mountains. He was the last of his group. Many people had been hurt long ago. Ishi lived alone for a long time. Then, he moved to a big school. He showed people how to make…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king built a big gate. It was bright blue. It had pictures of dragons and bulls. This gate was in a city called Babylon. It looks very pretty. Do you like the color blue?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA hard war is happening in Burkina Faso. It started many years ago. Many people had to leave their homes. People are working hard to help. We hope for peace. Can you imagine being brave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Ismail ruled Morocco. He was a very strong king. He built big palaces and high walls. He ruled for many, many years. He worked hard to lead his people. Do you like big palaces?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsmail was a great leader. He ruled many lands. He helped his cities grow big and strong. He liked to help smart people. Many people still remember him today. Do you know his name?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big war happened. Many groups of people fought in Italy. Some people worked hard to make things fair again. They helped to free the land. It was a very hard time. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Italy had lands far away. These places were in Africa and Asia. Some people lived there for a long time. Later, many people moved to these new lands. It was a very big change. Do you like to learn about maps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man led a group to a city. He wanted the city to be part of his home. It was a new and strange place. Many people came to visit. It was a very busy time. Do you like to visit new places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two lands had a fight. One was Italy. One was Ethiopia. They fought over land near the sea. Many people worked to make peace. A new leader helped end the fight. Can you find Ethiopia on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two groups fought a war. One group was from Italy. The other was from the Ottoman Empire. They fought over land in a place called Libya. This war was very hard for many people. It was a big change for the…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA photo shows a sad time. It was taken long ago. Many people were hurt. We look at it to remember. It helps us learn. Can you see why it matters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIvan was a great pilot. He flew planes in a big war. He flew very well. This helped his country. He was a hero. Do you like planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Zola wrote a letter. He wanted to help a man named Dreyfus. Dreyfus was treated very unfairly. Zola told the truth to help him. This helped people learn the truth. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJacob Burckhardt was a man who studied the past. He lived in a place called Switzerland. He loved to look at old art. He wrote books to help us learn. His work still helps us today. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, some people wanted a new king. They thought a special family should rule. This family was called the Stuarts. Many people fought to help them. It was a hard time for the land. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Jacob sailed far away. He went on big ships. He found new islands in the sea. One was called Easter Island. He saw many new places. It was a big trip. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJacques was a man who loved books. He lived in many places. He wrote many books about history. He even wrote about baseball! His books help us learn. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJacques de Molay was a leader. He led a group of knights. Long ago, a king was mean to them. The king took their things. It was a very sad time. Do you like stories about knights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOne man loved the past. He was a writer from France. He wrote about long ago. His books help us learn. He tells us how people lived. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJalal al-Din was a great leader. He led many brave soldiers. He had to fight many hard battles. He moved to many new places. He worked hard to lead his people. Do you like stories about kings?
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