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El was a name for a god. Long ago, people thought he was a king. He was a father to many. Some say he made all people. This helps us learn about the past. Do you like to learn about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElectra was a princess. She lived a long time ago. Her father was a king. She was very sad when he died. She worked with her brother. They wanted to help their family. Can you find her in a story?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese are special caves in India. They are made from big rocks. People carved gods into the stone. Many people visit to see the art. It is a very old place. Do you like to look at old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people held secret rites. They met in a place called Eleusis. They told stories about a mother and her girl. These stories helped them feel hope. It was a special time for them. Do you like secret stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElves are magical beings. They live in old stories. Long ago, people thought they were beautiful. Some thought they could cause pain. Today, we see them in books. Do you like elf stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElijah Muhammad was a leader. He led a group called the Nation of Islam. He taught many people about their pride. He helped his group grow very large. He worked hard for his people. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElisha was a prophet. He did many wonders. He helped many people. He was a helper to kings. People still talk about him. Do you know his stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElizabeth Ann Seton was a teacher. She started many schools. She helped children who were poor. She also led a group of sisters. Her work helped many people. Do you like to learn at school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEllen White was a writer. She helped start a church. She wrote many books. Some people say she had dreams from God. These books help many people today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople carved caves into big rocks. These caves are in India. They have art for many faiths. Some caves are very large. They show how people lived long ago. It is a special place to see. Do you like old art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElohim is a special word. It is a Hebrew word. It can mean many gods. It can also mean one God. Some people use it for angels too. It is a very old word. Do you like learning new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmanuel was a smart man from Sweden. He studied many things. He liked science and stars. He also wrote about spirits. He had big ideas about life. He even drew a machine to fly! Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople in Japan use small wooden boards. These are called ema. People write wishes on them. They hang them at shrines. This helps their wishes reach a god. Do you have a big wish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmil Cioran was a man who wrote books. He lived in a big city called Paris. He wrote about many hard things. He often felt sad or tired. His words help us think. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmmanuel Levinas was a thinker. He wrote many books. He thought about how we treat people. He believed we must be kind to others. This helps us live well. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmpedocles was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He said the world is made of four things. These are fire, air, water, and earth. He thought Love and Strife move these things. He was a kind man. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJimmu is a famous legend. Many people say he was the first king of Japan. He is part of a big story. Some people celebrate his day in February. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people believe in a special force. They say it is inside all things. It helps people feel good. Some people use breath to find it. It is a big idea. Do you wonder about it too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEnkidu was a man from old stories. He lived in the wild woods. He was a great friend to a king. They went on big trips together. They were very brave. Do you like stories about friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people call it awakening. It is like waking up from a dream. It means finding great wisdom. It helps people feel peace. This idea is very special in Buddhism. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people wrote stories on clay. These stories tell how the world began. They talk about gods and stars. Some stories say gods made people. It is a very old tale. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople think about our world. They ask how to help nature. Some say we must care for all living things. Others say we care for nature to help people. It is good to wonder. What can we do to help?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople think a lot about nature. They ask how we live with it. Does nature have its own value? We can learn from the world. It helps us care for the earth. What do you see in nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEphrem was a man who loved to write. He wrote many songs and poems. He taught people about his faith. His songs helped many people. He lived a long time ago. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEpicharmus was a man who wrote funny plays. He lived a long time ago. He was a very smart thinker too. He taught that anyone can be good. This is a great idea to know. Do you like to laugh?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people tell old stories. These stories talk about long ago. They speak of kings and great wars. These tales help us learn. They show how time moves in a circle. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEpictetus was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He taught people how to live. He said we can control our own actions. We should stay calm when things happen. His ideas help many people today. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEpiphany is a special day. It is a Christian holiday. Many people celebrate it in January. Some people eat a special cake. Others sing songs or go to church. Do you have a special day in your family?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a special letter. It was written a long time ago. Many people think James wrote it. It tells people how to be kind. It says to help the poor. It helps us learn. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePaul wrote a short letter. He was in prison. He wrote to a man named Philemon. Paul asked him to be kind to a man named Onesimus. He wanted them to be friends again. Do you like to forgive friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a special letter. It is in a big book. Many people think Paul wrote it. It tells people how to live. It helps them learn. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is an old book. It is in the Bible. Many people think Paul wrote it. It tells people to be kind. It says to get along. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a long letter. A man named Paul wrote it. He sent it to many people. He wanted to help them. The letter tells them what to believe. It is in a big book. Do you like reading letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHebrews is a book in the Bible. It is a long letter. People do not know who wrote it. Some think it was Paul. It helps people stay strong. It is a special book. Do you like to read old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is an old letter. It was sent to a group of people. A man named Paul wrote it. He wrote it while he was in jail. The letter tells them to be happy. Do you like to write letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a long letter. A man named Paul wrote it. He wrote it a long time ago. It tells people about Jesus. It helps them learn. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a long letter. It was sent to a man named Titus. Some say Paul wrote it. Other people think someone else did. It helps people know how to act. It is a special book. Do you like to read letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Seneca wrote letters. He wrote to a friend. The letters give good advice. They help us learn how to live. They are very old. Do you like to write letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOne man wrote books about space. He thought visitors from space helped people long ago. He looked at old things on Earth. Many scientists do not agree with him. They think his ideas are not true. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErlang is a powerful god. He helps people with floods. He is a brave warrior. He has a third eye. This eye helps him see the truth. He has a loyal dog too. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErlik is a god from old stories. He lives deep in the earth. Some say he is a judge. He rules a dark place. This is part of many beliefs. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnest Gellner was a thinker. He studied how people live. He wrote many books. He taught at big schools. He liked to ask big questions. His ideas help us learn. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnesto Cardenal was a man from Nicaragua. He was a priest. He was also a poet. He wrote many beautiful poems. He helped many people in his land. He loved to create art. Do you like to write poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnest Renan was a man who studied many things. He lived in France a long time ago. He wrote books about history and old languages. He also wrote about what people believe. His books helped many people learn new…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnst Cassirer was a man who thought a lot. He studied how we learn. He wrote many books. His ideas help us understand the world. He was a very smart teacher. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEsau was a man from long ago. He had a twin brother named Jacob. Esau was a hunter. He was very hairy. He even sold his special family rights for food. Later, he and Jacob became friends again. Do you like stories…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Essenes were a group of people. They lived a long time ago. They shared everything they had. They liked to study holy books. This helped them live in peace. Do you like to share with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome words are hard to agree on. People use them in many ways. One word is "art." Some think a drawing is art. Others may not. This can lead to big talks. Do you have a favorite kind of art?
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