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Cornel West is a thinker. He teaches at many schools. He talks about what is fair. He also talks about race. His ideas help many people. He has even been in movies. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCosmas was a man who wrote songs. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many beautiful poems. These songs are still sung today. They help people feel close to God. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people tell stories about an egg. This egg made the whole world. Some say the shell became the sky. The yolk became the earth. It is a very old idea. Do you like stories about eggs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCotton Mather was a man from long ago. He lived in a place called Boston. He wrote many books. He also studied science and plants. He helped people learn about sickness. He was a very busy man. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany leaders met a long time ago. They met in a place called Chalcedon. They talked about what they believe. They wanted to agree on many things. This helped their church grow. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in special promises. These are called covenants. God made them with people long ago. A rainbow is a sign of one promise. These stories help people feel close to God. Do you know any special promises?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people believe in a creator. This is a god who made the world. Some say this god made the stars. Others say the god made people. It is a big idea. Do you wonder how the world began?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think about how we live. They look at who has power. They want to make things fair. This helps people work together. It can change the world. Do you want to help make things fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCriticism is sharing your thoughts. You can say if something is good. You can say if it is bad. This helps us learn and grow. It can even help us do better. What do you think about your books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people do not agree with Christian ideas. They ask many questions. They look at old books. They want to know what is true. It is okay to wonder. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople have many ideas about Islam. Some people ask questions about it. They look at its books and ways. Other people talk about its history. It is good to learn about all beliefs. What do you think about new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people ask big questions. They wonder about what people believe. They look at old ideas. They ask if these ideas are true. This can be a big job. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Socrates was in jail. His friend Crito wanted to help him. Crito said he could pay to help him escape. But Socrates said he must follow the rules. He wanted to be a good man. Do you think it is good to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA crucifix is a special cross. It has a picture of Jesus on it. Many Christians use it to pray. It helps them think about what he did. People keep them in churches or homes. Do you see crosses near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Jesus died on a cross. It was made of wood. Many people write about this in books. This story is very important to some. It is a big part of their faith. Do you know about this story?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA crypt is a stone room. It is often under a church. It can be in a graveyard too. People use it to hold special things. It is a quiet place. Do you like to find hidden rooms?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think crystal skulls are old. They are made of clear rock. Some say they are from long ago. But many are not real. They were made in shops. They are still very pretty to see. Do you like shiny rocks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCú Chulainn was a hero. He lived in Ireland long ago. He was a very strong warrior. He even guarded a house for a smith. People still tell his stories today. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people show care for gods. They do this with special acts. They may go to a church. They might visit a small shrine. These acts show great respect. It is a way to honor them. How do you show respect?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBuddhism is a way of life. It has many special parts. People make art and music. They also eat special food. Some people do not eat meat. It helps people feel calm. Do you like to listen to music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCyclopes are giants with one eye. They live in old stories. Some were makers of tools. They made a bright thunderbolt. Others lived in caves. They were very big and strong. Do you think they were kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCyprian was a wise leader. He helped many people stay together. He loved to write books. He also copied books by hand. He worked very hard for his faith. Do you like to write stories too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCyril was a leader in a church. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He taught people about God. His words were kind and warm. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCyrus Byington helped people write. He lived a long time ago. He learned how to write the Choctaw language. This helped many people. It was a big job. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDaedalus was a man who made things. He built many smart tools. He even made wings from feathers and wax. He used them to fly with his son. It was a big adventure. Do you like to build things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in daevas. They are not good. Many people think they cause trouble. They can be very mean. This is a very old idea. Do you know any other stories about this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDaisaku Ikeda was a leader from Japan. He helped a group of people follow Buddhism. He also loved to teach and write books. He wanted the world to have peace. He worked hard for this. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDai Zhen was a smart man. He lived in China long ago. He studied many things. He wrote many books. He thought about how we feel. His ideas help us today. What do you think about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Dalai Lama is a leader. Many people follow his ways. He is a teacher for many. He helps people find peace. He is a kind guide. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDaniel Dennett was a thinker. He studied how the mind works. He also looked at how life changes. He wrote many books to help us learn. His ideas help us wonder about the world. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDaniel Home was a famous man. Many people saw him do odd things. He could make tables move. He could also float in the air. Some people thought he was a fake. Others thought he had a gift. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people use these old books. They hold many stories and ideas. These books help people learn. They show ways to pray and think. It is a very big set of books. Do you like to read old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people stay in a dark room. It has no light at all. They do this to pray. They may see spots of light. It can feel very special. Would you like to sit in the dark?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDavid Lewis was a thinker. He taught at a big school. He had many big ideas. He wondered about how worlds work. He thought many worlds could be real. It is fun to wonder. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDavid Miscavige is a leader. He leads a group called Scientology. He has been in charge for a long time. Some people have said bad things about him. He says those things are not true. Do you know about different groups?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDayananda was a great thinker. He lived in India a long time ago. He taught people about many holy books. He wanted all people to be equal. This helped change his home. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDe is a big idea. It comes from China. Many people use it to talk about being good. It can mean having inner power. It helps us find our best self. Do you want to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBuddhism is a way of life. It started in India a long time ago. Many people followed it. Then, things began to change. Some people chose other ways to pray. Do you like to learn about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people look at words in new ways. They think words change. Words get meaning from other words. One word needs its opposite to make sense. This helps us learn more. It is like a puzzle. Do you like puzzles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDed Moroz is a kind man. He is like Father Christmas. He brings gifts to children. He often has a helper named Snegurochka. He wears a long fur coat. Do you like New Year gifts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use rules to explain things. They ask why things happen. They look for laws of nature. This helps them understand the world. It is a way to learn. Do you like to ask why?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDelilah is a woman from an old book. She knew a man named Samson. Samson was very, very strong. Some people paid her to find his secret. She found out his hair made him strong. Then she told his secret to others. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDelphi was a very special place. It was in a land called Greece. Long ago, people went there to ask questions. They wanted to know about the future. It was a place of wonder. Do you like to learn about old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople wonder about science. They ask what makes it special. Some ideas are science. Other ideas are not. We want to know the difference. It helps us learn. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA demigod is a special being. They are part god and part human. Some are born from a god. Others become heroes after they die. They have great power. These stories are very old. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think of a maker. This maker builds our world. They are like a craft worker. They shape the stars and the earth. Many people have different ideas about them. Do you wonder how the world was made?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDenis was a leader in Paris. He lived a long time ago. He died for what he believed. People still remember him today. He is a special saint. Do you know any saints?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Cicero wrote a book. He wrote it to his son. It tells us how to be good. It helps us do what is right. The book is very old. Do you want to be kind?
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