Ptolemy XII Auletes
A king lived in Egypt long ago. His name was Ptolemy. He loved to play the flute. He was a very busy leader. He worked hard to keep his land. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory articles — Page 67
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Some people share stories from long ago. They work in big museums. They also work in old parks. They help us learn about the past. This helps us know our world. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePueblo Revolt
Long ago, people lived in Pueblo towns. New people came to their land. These new people were not kind. They tried to change how the Pueblo people lived. This was very unfair. The Pueblo people fought back to stay…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePugachev's Rebellion
Long ago, many people were unhappy. They wanted to be free. A man led them to fight. He promised them land and food. It was a very big fight. Do you think it was hard to be brave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePulakeshin II
Long ago, a king named Pulakeshin lived in India. He was a very strong leader. He helped his people grow. He even made many new friends. He was kind to people of all faiths. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePullman Strike
Long ago, workers had a hard time. They wanted better pay. They went on strike to ask for help. Many people joined them to make a change. It was a very big fight. Do you think it is important to be fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePurépecha Empire
Long ago, a great group lived in Mexico. They lived near a big lake. They even used metal for tools. This was a very special place. Their kings were very strong. Do you like to learn about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePushyabhuti dynasty
Long ago, a family ruled a land in India. They were called the Pushyabhuti. One king named Harsha ruled a very big area. He lived a long time ago. His kingdom had many people. Do you want to learn more about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePyotr Bagration
Long ago, there was a brave leader. He led many soldiers in big wars. He worked hard to help his home. He was a very strong man. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePyotr Krasnov
Pyotr Krasnov was a leader in Russia. He led many soldiers in big wars. He also wrote books. Later, he made some bad choices. This led to a sad end for him. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePyramid of Djoser
Long ago, a king built a big tomb. It is made of stone. It has six steps. This was the first big stone building. It is in a place called Egypt. Do you like big buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePyramid of the Sun
A big stone building sits in a city. It is called the Sun Pyramid. It was built a long time ago. People used it for special things. It is very large and tall. Can you see the big steps? It is a wonder to see!
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePytheas
A man named Pytheas was a traveler. He sailed on a big boat. He went to see cold places. He saw ice in the sea. He saw the sun stay up at night. It was a grand trip. Would you like to sail too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQajar dynasty
A group of people once ruled Iran. They were a strong tribe. They lived there for a long time. They built many grand homes. It is a big part of history. Do you like learning about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQajar Iran
Long ago, a group of people ruled Iran. They were called the Qajars. They helped bring the land together. This lasted for many years. It was a very big change for the people. Can you imagine living in a kingdom?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQara Khitai
Long ago, a group of people moved far away. They built a new home in a big land. A leader helped them find a safe place. This place was very large and strong. It matters because they made a new world. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQatar diplomatic crisis
Some neighbors had a big fight. They stopped talking for a while. They even closed some roads. It was hard for the people. Now, they are working to be friends again. Do you think being kind helps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQin (state)
Long ago, there was a place called Qin. It was in a far land. The people there grew very strong. They helped make China one big land. It is a very big part of history. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQin's wars of unification
Long ago, many small lands lived in China. They fought for a long time. Then, one strong leader named Qin grew very big. He brought all the lands together. Now they were one big group. This made a new way to live.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQi (state)
Long ago, there was a place called Qi. It was a land in China. People built a very long wall there. The cities had neat roads. It was a busy place for many people. Do you like to see old walls?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQiu Jin
Qiu Jin was a brave woman. She lived in China long ago. She wanted girls to go to school. She also wanted things to be fair for all. She was a hero to many people. Do you want to learn more about her?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuasi-War
Long ago, the United States and France had a fight. It happened on the big blue sea. Many ships were taken by others. This was a hard time for people. The leaders worked to make it stop. Can you imagine being on a ship?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQueen Seondeok of Silla
Long ago, a wise woman led a land. She was a queen. She helped her people stay safe. She built a tall tower to look at stars. This helped the farmers. She was a very kind leader. Do you like looking at stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuentin Skinner
Quentin Skinner is a teacher. He studies the past. He reads old books. He learns how people lived. His work helps us learn. He is very good at his job. Do you like to learn about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuintus Curtius Rufus
A man named Quintus wrote books. He wrote about a great leader. His stories are very old. We still read them today. They tell us about the past. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus
Long ago, a leader named Fabius lived in Rome. He was a very smart general. He did not rush into big fights. Instead, he waited for the right time. This helped his people stay safe. His plan worked well. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuintus Fabius Pictor
A man named Fabius wrote stories. He wrote about the old days of Rome. He used a Greek way to tell them. His books helped people learn. Do you like stories about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuintus Sertorius
Long ago, a man named Sertorius lived. He was a brave leader. He led many people in a far land. He even had a white fawn. He worked hard to lead his people. Do you like stories about brave leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRabih az-Zubayr
Long ago, a leader named Rabih lived in Africa. He built a very large group of people. He was a strong leader with many soldiers. He fought to keep his land. This was a hard time for many. Can you imagine being a leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRaden Wijaya
Long ago, a prince lived in Java. He started a new land. It was called Majapahit. He was a strong leader. He helped his people grow. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRafael Urdaneta
Rafael was a brave leader. He helped his country be free. He was a very good friend to a leader named Bolívar. Many people remember him today. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRaising a Flag over the Reichstag
A famous photo shows a flag. It is on a big building. This happened a long time ago. The photo shows a big win. It helps us remember history. Do you like old photos?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRaising the Flag on Iwo Jima
A famous photo shows a flag. It was on a big mountain. Six men worked to raise it. This happened a long time ago. The photo helps us remember. Can you see the flag?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRajendra I
A great king lived long ago. His name was Rajendra. He ruled a very big land. He led many ships across the sea. He built a new city. It had a big temple. Do you like to learn about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamon Berenguer IV, Count of Barcelona
Long ago, there was a leader. He helped two lands join together. This made them much stronger. It helped his people stay safe. He was a very brave man. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamón Mercader
A man named Ramón lived long ago. He worked for a secret group. He did something very bad to a leader. This made people very sad. He spent many years in jail. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRandolph L. Braham
Randolph was a wise teacher. He lived in many places. He wrote many books about history. He wanted to tell the truth. His work helps us learn. He was very brave. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRaoul Wallenberg
Raoul Wallenberg was a kind man. He helped many people stay safe. He lived a long time ago. He worked hard to help others. He is a hero to us. Do you know a hero?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRashid al-Din Hamadani
A man named Rashid lived long ago. He was a doctor and a writer. He wrote a big book about the world. He also helped many people. It is a very special story. Do you like books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRashidun Caliphate
Long ago, many people followed a new way. Four leaders led them. These leaders were very wise. They helped the group grow big. It was a special time. Do you like learning about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRashtrakuta Empire
Long ago, a great group ruled India. They built very beautiful stone temples. They also wrote many lovely stories. Their kings were very famous. They helped art and books grow. Can you imagine a city made of stone?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRattanakosin Kingdom (1782–1932)
Long ago, a new city was built. It was called Bangkok. A king started this land. He built big walls for safety. The land grew very large. Many people lived there. Do you like big cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRaymond A. Spruance
Raymond Spruance was a sea leader. He led ships in a big war. He was very calm and smart. This helped his team win. He was a great hero. Do you like stories about the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRebellion of the Seven States
Long ago, a king had many helpers. These helpers were kings too. They wanted to keep their own power. They fought against the big king. The big king won the fight. Now the big king has more power. Do you think it is…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRebellions of 1837–1838
Long ago, people in Canada were unhappy. They wanted to help make rules. Some people fought to change things. It was a hard time. Later, things became much fairer. Do you like to help make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleReconstruction Amendments
Long ago, new laws were made. They helped make things fair. These laws ended slavery. They also helped people vote. These changes were very important. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRecovered Territories
Long ago, land changed hands. New lands became part of Poland. Many people had to move to new homes. This happened after a big war. It was a time of great change. Can you imagine moving to a new place?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRed Cloud
Red Cloud was a great leader. He led his people. He fought to keep their land. He worked hard for them. He was very brave. Do you know a brave leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the article