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Long ago, many small lands joined together. They became one big place. It was called the German Empire. They built many new things. They grew very strong. It was a busy time. Do you like learning about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Germany was split in two. One part was West Germany. The other part was East Germany. People worked hard to bring them back together. Now, they are one big country again. Can you imagine living in two…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a great land. It was called Ghana. The kings there were very strong. They had much gold and salt. This helped the land grow. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Casanova lived long ago. He traveled to many places. He wrote a very famous book. His stories tell us about old times. It is fun to learn about him. Do you like stories about travel?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGiuseppe Garibaldi was a brave leader. He wanted to bring people together. He helped make the country of Italy. Many people call him a hero. He even wore a bright red shirt. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, fighters called gladiators lived in Rome. They fought in big arenas. Many people came to watch them. It was a big show for the crowds. Some fighters were very brave. Do you like big shows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people built a special place. It has big stone pillars. Some stones look like animals. This place helps us learn about the past. It is very old. Do you want to see the stones?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGodfrey was a brave leader. He lived a long time ago. He led a big group of people. They went on a long trip. He helped them find a new home. It was a very big job. Do you like stories about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group of people lived in the grass lands. They were called the Turks. They were very strong. They had many leaders. They helped shape the world. Can you imagine living on a horse?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big group lived on the grass lands. It was called the Golden Horde. They had many tents. They also had many leaders. This group was very large. It changed over time. Can you find the lands on the map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a new land was made. It was called Goryeo. A leader named Wang Kon helped people live together. This land became the place we call Korea today. It was a very special time. Do you like to learn about old kings?
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Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Goths were a group of people. They lived a long time ago. They moved to many new places. This helped change the world. They were very strong. Do you like stories about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo brothers lived in Rome long ago. They wanted to help poor people. They tried to give land to farmers. This was a very big idea. Many people were not happy about it. It was a hard time. Can you imagine helping…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a big land. It was called Gran Colombia. It held many different places together. Leaders worked hard to lead it. But the people had many new ideas. Soon, the big land broke into smaller parts. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big land was made. It was in a place called Europe. Many people lived there together. They had many ways to talk. It was a very large land. Do you like to learn about old lands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a city called Moscow began. It grew into a very big land. Leaders worked hard to make it strong. It became a place for many people. It is a very special place today. Can you find it on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big famine happened. It was in a place called Bengal. The rain did not come for the crops. This made food very hard to find. It was a sad time for many. Can you imagine a time with no rain?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people in Ireland were hungry. The potato crops got sick. This meant there was not enough food. Many people had to leave their homes. It was a very hard time. Do you know how people find food today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTwo big groups wanted more land. One was from Britain. One was from Russia. They did not trust each other. They both wanted to be near India. This was a long race for power. Can you imagine a big race like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, China wanted to change. Leaders wanted to build more things. They asked many people to work together. But things did not go well. Many people became very hungry. This was a very sad time. Do you want to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a big group of people lived together. They lived near a river. They even made their own way to write. This helped them share stories. It was a very special time. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Stalin ruled. He wanted to be the only boss. Many people were treated very unfairly. They were sent away from their homes. This was a very sad time. Do you think it is important to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a giant stone tomb. It was built for a king. A king lived long ago. It is very, very big. You can see it in Egypt. It is a wonder to see. Do you want to see inside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many groups fought a big war. They fought over land and power. Many leaders worked together to win. This changed where people lived. It was a very big change. Can you imagine a map changing like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Great Wall is very long. It is in China. Many people built it long ago. It was built to keep people safe. It is a wonder of the world. Do you want to see it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people built a big city. It is made of stone. The walls are very high. People lived there a long time ago. It was a very busy place. We can still see the ruins today. Do you like old stone buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, two groups fought. One group was very big. The other group lived in small cities. They fought for many years. It was a hard time. But the small cities stayed free. Do you like history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people lived in Greece. They wanted to rule their own land. They worked hard to be free. This helped make the country of Greece. It is a very special place. Do you like to learn about new lands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Italy had two groups. One group liked the king. The other group liked the pope. They fought for a long time. This made life hard for many. It was a big fight. Do you like to pick a side?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a war happened in the desert. One country moved into another country. Many other countries joined to help. They worked to make things fair again. Now, Kuwait is free. Can you find Kuwait on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA king named Gustav ruled Sweden. He was a great leader. He helped his country grow strong. Many people remember him today. He was a very brave man. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA great king lived long ago. He was a leader of his people. He helped his land grow very big. He made his home strong and safe. Many people still remember him today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people were not free. They worked very hard for others. They fought to be free. A leader helped them win. Now, they have their own country. It is a place called Haiti. Can you imagine being so brave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Hanno went on a trip. He sailed many ships on the sea. He went to see new lands in Africa. He saw big animals and tall mountains. It was a very long trip. Do you like to explore new places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a great king. His name was Harsha. He ruled a very big land. He was kind to many people. He liked to help others. Do you like to help people too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Harun ruled. He lived in a grand city. He loved books and learning. His time was a bright age. He was a kind king. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a woman ruled Egypt. Her name was Hatshepsut. She was a great leader. She built many big temples. Her time was full of peace. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many groups lived together. They built many strong cities. People traded things like cloth and salt. They worked hard on farms, too. It was a busy place to live. Do you like to trade things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Hayreddin was a great leader. He led many ships on the sea. He was a very brave sailor. He helped his people stay safe. His work changed the sea forever. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Japan had a new home. A king moved the city. It was a place for art. People wrote beautiful poems. They even made new ways to write. It was a very special time. Do you like to write stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a leader named Alexander won many lands. His people shared their way of life. They shared their art and their words. This helped many new groups live together. It was a time of big ideas. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHenry was a king long ago. He ruled many lands. He was a very busy leader. He helped people when they had no food. He worked hard to change things. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Henry was king. He ruled a land called England. He was a brave leader in many wars. Henry helped make his land very strong. He even liked to listen to music. Do you like to listen to music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHeraclius was a great leader. He was an emperor long ago. He led many brave soldiers. He worked hard to help his people. His work helped his land stay strong. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Hernán Cortés sailed far. He went to a place called Mexico. He led a group of people there. This changed the land for a long time. It was a big change for everyone. Can you find Mexico on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named De Soto traveled. He went to many new lands. He sailed on big ships. He looked for gold. He was a brave leader. He even crossed a big river. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man wrote stories. He wrote about many people. He traveled to far places. His books help us learn. He is a famous writer. Do you like to read stories?
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