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A young man named Shirō lived in Japan. He led a group of people. They followed a faith. They fought for what they believed. This was a hard time for them. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAmen is a special word. Many people say it. They say it when they pray. It can mean "it is true." It helps people show they agree. Do you know this word?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople in America have big ideas. They think about how to live. They think about what is good. Some ideas help us build a nation. These ideas can change our lives. What do you think about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a holy book. It was made long ago. Many smart people worked on it. It helps people learn. It is a special book for many. Do you like to read?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous song. A man named Martin Luther wrote it. He wrote the words and the music. Many people sing it in church. It is a very strong song. Do you like to sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Amish are a group of people. They live in a simple way. Many live on farms. They often wear plain clothes. They like to talk face to face. They live in the US and Canada. Do you like farm life?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAmitābha is a Buddha. Many people follow his ways. He has a lot of light. This light shines on everyone. He made a place of peace. People find joy in his name. Do you like to think about light?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBronson Alcott was a teacher. He liked to talk with kids. He did not use old books. He wanted to help people. His daughter wrote a famous book. Do you like to learn by talking?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAmos was a man from long ago. He was a farmer and a shepherd. He spoke about being fair to others. He said being kind is very important. His words are in a holy book. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn amulet is a special object. It is meant to keep people safe. Some people wear them as jewelry. They can be made of stone or metal. These items help people feel good. Do you have a lucky charm?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow a way of faith. They believe in being kind. They like to share. They try not to fight. This helps them live well. Do you like to share with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnarkali is a famous lady from a story. Many people tell tales about her. Some say she loved a prince. A king once made her stay in a wall. Now, people visit her tomb. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in a soul. But Buddhists think something else. They say we are always changing. We do not have one soul that stays the same. This helps people feel calm. It is a big idea to think about. What do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnaxagoras was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He looked at the stars and the sun. He wondered how the world works. He had many big ideas. Do you like to wonder too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnaximander was a wise thinker. He lived a long time ago. He wanted to know how the world began. He thought everything came from one big thing. This thing had no end. He even made a map! Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Anaximenes lived long ago. He lived in a place called Miletus. He thought the air made everything. He said air can change into stone. This idea helped start science. It is fun to think about. What do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Egypt had big ideas. They believed in life after death. They thought the soul could go on a trip. This trip was to a special place. People left food in tombs to help. Do you like to wonder about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people had ideas about the world below. They thought a dark place sat under the ground. A queen named Ereshkigal ruled there. People believed the dead lived in a shadow world. It was a very quiet place. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people had many gods. They believed in gods of the sun. They believed in gods of the moon. These gods helped them every day. It is a big part of their story. What do you think about the stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAndrew was a man from a long time ago. He worked as a fisherman. He was a friend of Jesus. He told his brother about Jesus, too. Many people still remember him today. Do you like to fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAndromeda is a name from old stories. She was a princess in a far land. A hero came to save her from a sea monster. They got married and lived together. Now her name is a group of stars in the sky. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people give gifts to gods. They use animals for this. They may burn the animal. Or they may eat it in a feast. This is a very old way. Do you know about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnne Hutchinson was a brave woman. She lived a long time ago. She had many ideas about God. She held meetings in her home. Some leaders did not like her. They told her to leave. She was a very strong person. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use oil to help. They put oil on a sick person. Many Christians do this. It is a special thing they do. It helps them feel brave. It can help them feel peace. Do you know about special oils?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnshar was a god from long ago. He was a king of the gods. People thought he was the whole sky. He was the father of Anu. He helped make the world. Do you like to look at the sky?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnthony was a kind priest. He lived a long time ago. He loved to help the sick. Many people pray to him. They ask him to help find lost things. Do you have something lost?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnthony was a holy man. He lived in the desert. He gave his money to the poor. This helped many people. People still tell his story. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think humans are most important. They feel we are the center of the world. This idea can change how we treat nature. It may help us care for our home. Do you think humans are the most important?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people study what people believe. They look at how people pray. They see how people act together. This helps us learn about the world. It is very interesting. Do you wonder about things too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in a figure called the Antichrist. This figure is in many stories. They might try to trick people. Some think it is one person. Others think it is a group. It is a big idea in many faiths. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes, two people want to be the leader. One is the real leader. The other is called an antipope. This happened a long time ago. Kings and groups helped them. It can be hard to know who is right. Do you like history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there were two leaders. They both said they were the head of the church. This made things hard for many people. One leader lived in a place called Avignon. It was a time of much change. Do you like learning…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people disagreed. They could not pick one leader. A man named John tried to be the leader. He was not the real leader. People had many different ideas. Can you imagine that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAntisthenes was a wise man. He lived in Greece long ago. He learned from a teacher named Socrates. He thought being good was the most important thing. He lived a very simple life. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people have a big idea. They do not like the idea of a god. They think this idea can be bad. It is a way to think about the world. We all think in our own ways. What do you think about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAntoinette Brown Blackwell was a brave leader. She was the first woman to lead a church. She spoke to many people. She spoke about what was fair for women. She also wrote many books. She wanted to help everyone. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAntonio Negri was a man who thought a lot. He lived in Italy. He wrote many books. He was a teacher, too. He had many big ideas. People had many different views of him. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnton LaVey was a man who wrote books. He started a group called the Church of Satan. He also played music on the piano. He liked to be a showman. Many people talked about his ideas. What do you think about his books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAntony Flew was a thinker. He studied big ideas. He taught at many schools. He once thought there was no god. Later, he changed his mind. He thought a god made the world. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnu was a god of the sky. He was a king of many gods. He lived in the heavens. People thought he gave power to kings. He was very important. Do you like looking at the sky?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome books tell big stories. These stories show the future. An angel might visit a person. The angel shows them a vision. It tells of a new world. This helps people feel hope. Do you like stories about the future?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people in Egypt had stories. They believed in a giant snake. This snake was named Apophis. He was a foe to the sun god. The sun god fought him every day. This helped the light stay bright. Can you imagine a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe apostles were friends of Jesus. They were his helpers. They went to many places. They told people about him. This work was very big. It helped many people. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople think about what is right. They use these ideas in real life. This helps doctors and workers. It helps us do good things. It makes the world a better place. How can you be kind today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAqidah is what Muslims believe. It is like a strong knot. This knot holds their faith. It helps them know what is true. Many people follow these ideas. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Aranyaka are old books. They talk about special ways to pray. Some people study them in a forest. These books help people learn. They are very old. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArash was a brave man. He was a great archer. He shot a very fast arrow. The arrow flew for many days. It showed where the land ends. This story is from long ago. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people go on a big walk. They walk to a special place. They go to remember a man named Husayn. Many people walk for many days. People give them free food. It is a very big group. Do you like to walk with friends?
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