Read about languages, traditions and the ways people communicate and share ideas. Choose an article below; its reading controls let you move between the available levels.
These are thick, dark letters. They look very bold. People used them for books a long time ago. Some letters look like they are woven together. It is a very special way to write. Do you like these dark letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlack tea is a drink made from leaves. It has a strong taste. Many people around the world love it. It can stay fresh for a long time. Do you like to drink tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe black turtle bean is small and shiny. It has a hard shell. It is used in many foods. People use them in soup and rice. They help our bodies stay strong. Do you like beans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA blanket is soft cloth. It keeps you warm. You can use one on a bed. Some people use them for picnics. They can even help a baby stay warm. Do you like to use a blanket?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA blazer is a light jacket. It can be many colors. Some have shiny metal buttons. People wear them for school or sports. They help us feel like a team. Do you have a favorite jacket?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlini are soft Russian pancakes. They are made with flour and milk. You can eat them with butter or jam. People eat them to celebrate. They taste very good! Do you like pancakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people eat blood. It can be in a sausage. It can be in a soup. It can even be in a pancake. Many people around the world like it. It is a special food for them. Have you seen it before?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFriends can become like brothers. They make a special promise. They use a small cut to show they are close. This helps them stay loyal. It is a way to be a family. Do you have a best friend?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA blouse is a soft shirt. It can be loose or tight. People wear them to work or play. Some have pretty bows or lace. They can be many colors. They help us look nice. Do you like bright shirts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA BLT is a tasty sandwich. It has three main things. You use bacon, lettuce, and tomato. You put them on bread. Some people toast the bread. It is a fun food to eat. Do you like this sandwich?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlue cheese has pretty blue spots. It is made with milk. The spots come from a safe mold. It can taste salty or sharp. People love to eat it. Do you like cheese?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bob is a short haircut. It is cut near the jaw. The hair stays above the shoulders. Some women wear it to be modern. It can look very cool. Do you like short hair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBoiled eggs are a yummy food. You cook them in hot water. Some eggs are soft inside. Some eggs are hard inside. People eat them for breakfast. Do you like eggs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBok choy is a green plant. It has big green leaves. The bottom is white and round. It tastes sweet and good. It is a yummy food to eat. Do you like green food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bolo tie is a special necktie. It uses a cord or leather string. It has a pretty metal clip. Many people in the West wear them. They are very cool to see! Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bolster is a long pillow. It is shaped like a tube. You can hug it while you sleep. It can help your back feel good. It is soft and cozy. Do you like to hug pillows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBomdong is a kind of cabbage. It has sweet leaves. The leaves grow out flat. It looks like a flower. People use it in salads. It tastes very good. Do you like cabbage?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bonfire is a big fire. It stays in one place. People light them for parties. They can celebrate the spring. It is fun to watch. Have you seen a big fire?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBonsai are tiny trees. They grow in small pots. People shape them with care. It is a fun art. It makes us feel calm. Do you like small trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bookcase holds your books. It has flat shelves. Some are tall. Some are small. They keep books safe and neat. It is a great place to find a story. Do you have a favorite book?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBorscht is a yummy soup. It can be bright red. This comes from beets. Many people love to eat it. It can be hot or cold. Do you like red food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBosnian is a way to talk. It is used in many places. People use it to share stories. It has special words from far away. It matters to many people. Do you know how to say hello?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBottled water is water in a bottle. It can be in glass or plastic. Some water has tiny bubbles. It is easy to take with you. It helps us stay hydrated. Do you like to drink water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a warm fish soup. It comes from a city by the sea. Fishermen made it a long time ago. It has fish and tasty spices. You eat it with bread. Do you like fish soup?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou can show respect with a bow. You bend your head or your waist. It is a kind way to say hello. People do this in many lands. It shows you are being polite. Do you bow to say thank you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a hard hat. It has a round top. It stays on your head in the wind. People wear it to look smart. Do you like this hat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bow tie is a small tie. It sits under your collar. It looks like a little bow. You can tie it with your hands. It can be made of soft silk. People wear them to look nice. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBoxer shorts are loose clothes. They are worn under pants. They can have many colors. Some have fun patterns. They help you move your legs. They feel very comfy. Do you like comfy clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bracelet is worn on your wrist. It can be made of metal or cloth. Some have small shapes called charms. They can be bright and pretty. People wear them to show what they love. Do you like to wear jewelry?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrackets are special marks. They help us read. They can hold extra words. They can also help with math. They make things clear. Do you see them in books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou can weave strands together. This is called a braid. People use hair or string. It makes things strong. It is fun to do with friends. Can you make a braid?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBraids are a way to style hair. People weave hair together. They have done this for a long time. It can show who you are. Some people add bright beads. Braiding is fun to do with friends. Do you like braids?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou can cook food in a pot. First, make the food brown. Then, add a little liquid. Cover it with a lid. Cook it on low heat. Now the food is very soft. It is good to eat! Do you like soft food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBratwurst is a kind of meat . It comes from Germany. People cook it on a grill. It is a yummy snack. You can eat it in a bread roll. Do you like sausages?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrazil has many tasty foods. People cook many things. Some use fish and fruit. Others cook meat on a grill. These meals bring people together. They are fun to eat. Do you like to try new food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people in Brazil speak Portuguese. It is a very big group of people. They use many words from other places. This helps them talk to each other. It is a special way to speak. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBreadcrumbs are small bits of bread. You can use them to make food crunchy. They can go on top of soup. Some crumbs are soft. Some are very crisp. They make a tasty treat. Do you like crunchy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA briefcase is a hard bag. It has a handle. It holds papers and things. People use it for work. It helps keep things safe. It is a useful tool. Do you have a bag like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBriefs are short clothes we wear under our outfits. They fit close to the body. Some people wear them to swim. They help us feel held in place. Many people like them. Do you know what you wear under your clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrisket is a type of meat. It comes from a cow. People cook it very slowly. This makes it soft and good to eat. It is used in many yummy meals. Do you like meat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBritannia is a lady who stands for Britain. She wears a metal hat. She holds a shield and a long tool for the sea. She helps show pride in her home. People put her on coins. Do you see her on money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople in Britain make yummy food. They eat meat and warm pies. They also love sweet cakes. Many people cook together. It is fun to eat! Do you like to eat pie?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use hands to talk. They move their hands and faces. This helps them share ideas. It is a special way to speak. It is very fun to learn. Can you try a sign?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrocade is a pretty cloth. It has bright colors. It can have gold or silver threads. It looks like it was sewn by hand. People use it for fine clothes. It is very special. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA brooch is a piece of jewelry. It can hold clothes together. Many are made of gold or silver. Some have bright stones. They can look very pretty. Do you like shiny things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrown rice is a whole grain. It has a tan color. It keeps its outer layer. This makes it good for you. It can be red or black too. Do you like rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrunch is a big meal. It is breakfast and lunch. You eat it in the late morning. It can have eggs and pancakes. It is fun to eat with friends. Do you like brunch?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBruschetta is a tasty snack. It is toasted bread. People put oil and salt on it. You can add red tomatoes too. It is a fun food to eat. Do you like toast?
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