Stephen Decatur
Stephen Decatur loved the sea. He was a brave sailor. He worked on many big ships. He helped the navy grow strong. He was a hero to many. Do you like the ocean?
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Stephen E. Ambrose
Stephen was a man who wrote books. He wrote about the past. He liked to tell stories about leaders. He also wrote about big wars. Many people read his books. Do you like to read stories about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSteve Brodie (bridge jumper)
A man named Steve Brodie was famous. He said he jumped from a big bridge. He landed in the water and was okay. This made him very well known. He even helped people who were hungry. Do you think he really jumped?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStolen Generations
Long ago, things were very unfair. The leaders took children from their homes. These children were part of the first people in Australia. They lived in new places far away. This was very sad for the families. Many…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStonewall Jackson
A man named Thomas was a soldier. He worked very hard at school. He helped on a farm too. Later, he led many men in a war. It was a hard time for his family. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStorming of the Bastille
Long ago, people in France were unhappy. They wanted things to be fair. They went to a big stone building. This building was a prison. The people took control of the building. This helped start a big change. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStrabo
Strabo was a man who loved to travel. He went to many far places. He wrote books about the world. These books told about many people. He helped us learn about the past. Do you like to learn about new places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStraits Settlements
Long ago, some places were joined together. They were near the sea. These places helped people trade. Many people moved there to work. Today, they are part of new lands. Can you find them on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStrategic bombing
Long ago, there were wars. Planes would fly high in the sky. They dropped things to hurt cities. This was very sad for many people. It was a hard time for the world. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStrategic bombing during World War II
Long ago, there was a big war. Planes flew in the sky. They dropped bombs on cities. This made many people lose their homes. It was a very sad time. Can you imagine flying in a plane?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStuart Macintyre
Stuart Macintyre was a man who loved stories. He wrote many books about the past. He taught students at a big school. His work helps us learn about people. He was a very smart teacher. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStuart period
Long ago, kings ruled the land. They had many fights. Some people fought for the king. Others fought for new rules. It was a hard time. Can you imagine a big war?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStuart Restoration
A new king came back to rule. He was named Charles II. He came to a place called London. This made many people happy. Life began to change for them. Do you like to celebrate big days?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSubneolithic
Long ago, people lived near water. They stayed in one place. They built small houses in the ground. They caught fish with nets and spears. They also hunted animals in the woods. It was a busy way to live. Can you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSudanese civil war (2023–present)
There is a war in Sudan. It is in a place far away. Two groups are fighting for power. This makes life hard for many people. They must leave their homes. Can we help them find peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSudanese revolution
Many people in Sudan wanted change. They went into the streets. They asked for a new way to live. It was a hard time. Now, they work to make things fair. Can you imagine being that brave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSudas
Long ago, there was a king. His name was Sudas. He led his people in a big fight. He won the fight. This helped his people find a new home. It is a very old story. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuebi
Long ago, many people lived in Europe. They were called the Suebi. They moved to new places. Some even lived in Spain. They had their own way of talking. This helped start the German language. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuetonius
Long ago, a man named Suetonius lived. He was a writer in Rome. He wrote books about great leaders. His stories help us learn about the past. It is fun to read about them. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuez Crisis
A long time ago, there was a fight. It was about a big water path. Many countries wanted to use it. They had a hard time getting along. Leaders worked to make peace. Can you imagine a big fight over water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSukhothai Kingdom
Long ago, there was a kingdom. It was in a place called Thailand. The name means the dawn of happiness. It was a very special place. It had many beautiful things. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Agadez
Long ago, a group of people lived in the mountains. They had a king. The king helped people get along. He lived in a place called Agadez. It was a busy place for trade. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Bijapur
Long ago, there was a big kingdom. It was in a place called India. The people built many beautiful buildings. They made cities with high walls. It was a very busy place. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Brunei (1368–1888)
Long ago, Brunei was a big land. It was near the sea. People grew rice there. They also caught fish. It was a very busy place. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Golconda
Long ago, there was a rich kingdom. It was in a place called India. This land had many shiny diamonds. People loved these bright stones. The kings built many beautiful things. Do you like shiny gems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Gowa
Long ago, there was a great kingdom. It was in a place called Sulawesi. The people there were very strong. They had many kings and queens. They also had many rules to help them live together. Can you imagine living…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Hobyo
Long ago, a leader built a land. It was called Hobyo. A man named Yusuf Ali started it. He had a strong army. People worked hard there. Do you like learning about old lands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Mogadishu
Long ago, there was a great city. It was in a place called Mogadishu. People there traded many things. They even made their own money. It was a very busy place. Can you imagine all the ships?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultanate of Ternate
Long ago, there was a land called Ternate. It was a place of spice. People there grew cloves to trade. The kings were very rich. They ruled many islands. It is a special place with a long story. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSumerian King List
Long ago, people wrote lists. These lists named many kings. They told which city ruled first. The kings lived in many cities. It helps us learn about the past. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSun Bin
Long ago, a man named Sun Bin lived in China. He was very smart. He knew how to lead people. Some people were mean to him. He had to leave his home. Later, he helped his new home win big battles. He even wrote a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSunda Kingdom
Long ago, there was a kingdom. It was in a place called Java. The people lived there for a long time. They grew black pepper to trade. It was a very special place. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSundiata Keita
Long ago, a boy named Sundiata lived in Africa. He was a very brave prince. He worked hard to walk and lead. He helped start a great land called Mali. This land was very big and strong. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleŠuppiluliuma I
Long ago, there was a king. His name was Suppiluliuma. He led a great group of people. He worked hard to make his land big. He helped his people stay safe. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSupreme Commander for the Allied Powers
Long ago, a leader named MacArthur helped Japan. He helped make new rules for the land. These rules helped people live in a new way. He also helped people get food and medicine. It was a time of much change. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSurena
Long ago, there was a leader named Surena. He led a large group of people. He was very brave and smart. He won a big fight against a far away group. This story is still known today. Do you like stories about brave…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSurrender of Japan
A big war ended long ago. It was a very hard time. Leaders from Japan said they would stop fighting. This helped bring peace to many people. Now the world could be calm again. Do you know about peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSu Song
Su Song was a smart man. He lived in China long ago. He built a giant clock tower. It used water to move. It even had small people that made sounds. This helped people know the time. Do you like clocks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSutton Hoo
Long ago, people lived by a river. They built big ships. Some people were buried in these ships. They had gold and pretty gems. This helps us learn about them. Do you like old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSvetozar Boroević
A man named Svetozar was a leader. He led many soldiers in a big war. He was very good at keeping his people safe. Many people liked him a lot. He was a brave leader. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSviatopolk II of Kiev
Long ago, there was a leader. He ruled a big place. He had many fights with his kin. Many people were sad during his time. He also built a gold church. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSwedish Empire
Long ago, Sweden was very big. It had much land. The land was near the sea. It was a great power. We can learn about it. Do you want to see more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSwedish overseas colonies
Long ago, Sweden had lands far away. They had places in the Americas. They also had spots in Africa. Some people moved to build new homes. They even built small log houses. It was a big time for travel. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSwein Forkbeard
Swein was a king long ago. He ruled many lands. He was the king of Denmark. He was also king of England. Swein had many children. One son was a great king too. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyagrius
Long ago, a man named Syagrius led a group. He ruled a small land. He was the last Roman leader there. Then, a new king took his land. It was a big change for his people. Do you like to learn about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSybaris
Long ago, a rich city lived by the sea. It had lots of good food. The people loved fancy things. A nearby city fought them. The city was lost for a long time. Now, we can find its ruins. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyria–Lebanon campaign
Long ago, there was a big fight. It happened in Syria and Lebanon. Many groups of people fought there. They wanted to keep their lands safe. This fight ended when people agreed to stop. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyrian civil war
A long time ago, people in Syria wanted change. They had a hard time for many years. Fighting happened in many cities. Many people had to leave their homes. Now, a new group is helping to lead. Can you imagine living…
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