Anansi
Anansi is a spider from old stories. He is very smart. He uses his wits to win. He can outsmart big animals. These stories help us learn. Do you like spider tales?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePhilosophy & Religion articles — Page 3
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Ancient Celtic religion
Long ago, some people had special beliefs. They believed in many gods. They found gods in nature. Some gods lived in springs. They had special leaders called druids. These ideas help us learn about the past. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAncient Egyptian religion
Long ago, people in Egypt had many gods. They thought gods lived in the world. Some gods looked like animals. Kings helped the people talk to the gods. This helped keep the world safe. It was a big part of their…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAncient Greek philosophy
Long ago, people in Greece asked big questions. They wondered how the world works. Some thought everything was made of water. Others thought things always change. They used their minds to find answers. It is fun to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAncient Greek religion
Long ago, people in Greece had many gods. They believed gods ruled the sky and sea. Some gods looked like people. They told many stories about them. These stories are called myths. Do you like stories about gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAncient Mesopotamian religion
Long ago, people lived in a place called Mesopotamia. They believed in many gods. Some gods were like people. They were very strong and bright. These gods helped them. Do you like stories about gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAncient philosophy
Long ago, people asked big questions. They wondered how the world works. They thought about life and rules. These ideas help us learn. It is fun to wonder too. What do you wonder about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAngel
An angel is a special being. Many people believe they are messengers. Some say they have bird wings. They can be helpers or guides. They can also be protectors. Do you know any angel names?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAngkor Wat
Angkor Wat is a big temple. It is in a place called Cambodia. Many people go there to pray. It is a very special place. It is even on the country's flag. Do you want to see it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnglicanism
Anglicans are a large group of Christians. They follow many old ways. They use a special prayer book. This book helps them pray together. It is a way to stay close. Do you like to pray with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnimism
Some people believe everything has a soul. This includes plants and rocks. They may even think rivers have spirits. It is a way to see the world. It helps people feel close to nature. Do you see spirits in the trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnselm of Canterbury
Anselm was a man who thought a lot. He lived in a place called a monastery. He wrote many books about big ideas. These books helped many people. He was a very kind leader too. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnubis
Anubis was a god from long ago. He looked like a man with a dog head. He helped protect graves. He also helped lead souls. Many people in Egypt believed in him. Do you like dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleApocalypse
Some people write about big secrets. These stories use dreams or visions. A special being tells a person things. They show how the world will end. It helps people know what to do. Do you like stories about secrets?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleApollo
Apollo was a god in old stories. He liked music and songs. He also helped people feel well. He was a twin brother. He could use a bow and arrow. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleApologetics
Some people like to talk about what they believe. They explain why their faith is good. They answer hard questions. This helps them share their ideas. It is a way to show what they know. Do you like to ask questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleApology (Plato)
A man named Socrates had a trial. Some people said he was bad. He said he only wanted to learn. He told the truth even when it was hard. This story is in a book. Do you like to ask questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleApostasy
Some people change what they believe. They may leave a faith. They might pick a new idea. This can be a hard thing. Some groups may be upset. Do you wonder about beliefs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA priori and a posteriori
We learn things in two ways. Some things we know just by thinking. You do not even have to get up. Other things we learn by looking around. You must see them to know. It is fun to wonder! How do you know things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArgonauts
The Argonauts were a group of heroes. They sailed on a big ship named Argo. They went on a long trip to find a golden fleece. This was a very big job. Do you like stories about brave heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArius
Arius was a man with big ideas. He lived a long time ago. He had a special way of thinking about God. Many people had different ideas too. It is good to learn about them. What do you think about big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArminianism
Some people have special ideas about faith. These ideas come from a man named Jacobus Arminius. He lived a long time ago. His ideas help many people today. It is a way to think about God. Do you wonder about big…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArtemis
Artemis was a Greek goddess. She loved the wild woods. She watched over wild animals. She also helped protect young girls. Many people loved her. Can you find a deer in the woods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAstrology
Some people look at the stars. They think stars tell us things. They look for signs in the sky. This helps them learn about life. It is a very old idea. Do you like to look at stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAtlantis
Atlantis is a story about a lost land. A man named Plato wrote about it. He said it sank into the sea. Many people wonder if it was real. It is a very famous tale. Do you like stories about lost places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAuguste Comte
Auguste Comte was a thinker. He lived in France. He had many big ideas. He helped start a way to study people. He called this sociology. This helps us learn about our world. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAugustine of Hippo
Augustine was a man who thought a lot. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books about his ideas. His words help many people today. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAustralian Aboriginal religion and mythology
Many groups in Australia have special stories. These stories tell how the land was made. Some stories are about a big snake. The stories help people learn. They are very old. Do you like stories about the land?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAvalokiteśvara
Many people follow a way called Buddhism. They believe in a kind being. This being has a name that means looking down. He wants to help all people. He hears people when they cry. He is very kind to everyone. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAvesta
The Avesta is a holy book. It is for Zoroastrian people. They used to say the words out loud. Long ago, they wrote them down. These words help them pray. It is a very old book. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAztec religion
The Aztecs had many gods. These gods lived in many places. Some gods were for the rain. Some were for the sun. People did special things for them. They had big parties and dances. It was a big part of life. What do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaal Shem Tov
A man lived long ago. His name was Baal Shem Tov. He had many new ideas. He taught people how to pray. His ways helped many people. It is a big part of his story. What do you think about his ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaba Yaga
Baba Yaga is a character in old stories. She lives in a hut with chicken legs. This house sits deep in the woods. Some say she is mean. Other stories say she is kind. She flies in a big wooden bowl. Do you like old…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaháʼu'lláh
Baháʼu'lláh was a leader from Iran. He started the Baháʼí Faith. He taught that all people are one. This helps us live in peace. He wrote many letters. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBartolomé de las Casas
Bartolomé de las Casas was a man who helped others. He lived a long time ago. He saw people being treated badly. He wanted to make things fair. He spoke to kings to help. He worked hard for many years. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasava
Basava was a wise man. He lived long ago in India. He wrote many poems. He said work is like a prayer. He wanted all people to be kind. He helped many people find peace. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasil of Caesarea
Basil was a kind leader. He lived a long time ago. He helped many poor people. He even built a place for the sick. Basil loved to pray with others. Can you think of a way to help someone?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBilly Graham
Billy Graham was a man who spoke about God. He traveled to many places. He spoke to many people on TV. He also talked to leaders of our country. He wanted people to be kind to each other. Do you like to listen to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBonaventure
Bonaventure was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He taught many people about God. His ideas helped many friends. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBook of Kells
This is a very old book. It has many pretty pictures. There are knots and animals. The colors are bright. It is a special treasure. Do you like art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBoris I of Bulgaria
Boris was a ruler long ago. He led a land called Bulgaria. He helped people learn to read and write. This helped his people stay together. He was a very important leader. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrahma
Brahma is a god in a faith called Hinduism. He is known as the one who makes things. He helped make the whole world. Many people think of him as a creator. He is shown with four heads. Do you like to learn about new…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrahman
Brahman is a big idea. It is the start of all things. Some think it is in everything. It can be like a god. It can be a truth. It helps people understand life. Do you wonder about the world?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCain and Abel
Cain and Abel were two brothers. One was a farmer. One was a shepherd. They gave gifts to God. One brother was mean to the other. It is a very old story. Do you know this story?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCatholicity
Some people use the word catholic. It means something is for everyone. It means it is whole and full. Many churches share this idea. It helps them stay close to old ways. Do you know many ways to pray?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCentaur
A centaur is a made-up creature. It has a human top. It has a horse bottom. Some stories say they are wild. They live in old tales. Do you like stories about magic?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleChaitanya Mahaprabhu
Chaitanya was a holy man. He lived in India long ago. He loved to sing and dance. Many people follow his ways. He taught people to love God. It helps us be kind. Do you like to sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleChinese mythology
These are old stories from China. They have magic beings in them. Some stories tell how the world began. These tales help people learn. They are very special. Do you like magic stories?
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