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The Hebrew calendar tracks time. It uses the moon. It also uses the sun. This helps people find holidays. Some years have an extra month. This keeps the seasons right. Do you like to use a calendar?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHeimdall is a god. He keeps a watch. He lives near a rainbow bridge. He has a loud horn. He has very good eyes and ears. He is very bright. Do you like to watch for things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Heinrich lived long ago. He was a monk. He wrote a book about magic. Many people read his book. It changed how people thought. Do you like old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHelen was a very famous woman. Long ago, people told stories about her. Many said she was very beautiful. She lived in a place called Sparta. Some stories say she came from an egg. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome Christians believe in a place called Hell. It is a place for people who do not follow God. Some say it is a place of fire. Others say it is just being away from God. It is a big idea that many people think…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHel is a person from old stories. She lives in a dark place. Many people believe she rules there. She is the daughter of Loki. Her home is very big. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHeloise was a smart woman. She lived in France long ago. She loved to read and write. She shared many ideas with a man named Abelard. Her books still help us learn today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHenry Ward Beecher was a famous man. He spoke to many people. He talked about God's love. He helped people who were not free. He worked to make things fair. It is good to help others. Do you like to help friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHerbert Marcuse was a man who thought a lot. He lived a long time ago. He wrote books about how people live. His ideas helped many young people. He wanted to understand the world. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLotze was a man who loved to learn. He studied many things like science and books. He thought about how the world works. He also thought about how we feel. He wanted to find the truth. Can you wonder about the world too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use special ways to understand things. This helps us read old books. It helps us know what words mean. It can help us talk to others. It is a way to learn. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow old ideas. These ideas come from long ago. They talk about a wise man. People think he knew many things. It helps them learn about the world. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA hermit lives all by themselves. They may live in a cave. Some stay in a quiet forest. They do this to pray. It helps them feel close to God. Do you like quiet places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany stories have a hero. The hero goes on a trip. They find a new world. They face big tests. Then they come home. They are changed by the trip. Do you like hero stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHerrad was a leader of a group of nuns. She lived a long time ago. She wrote a big book with many pictures. This book helped her friends learn. It was a very special book. Do you like books with pictures?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHestia was a Greek goddess. She looked after the home. She also watched over the fire. Many people gave her gifts first. This helped the family feel safe. She was a kind goddess. Do you like sitting by a warm fire?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people seek quiet time. They want to find peace. They use a special prayer. This helps them feel calm. It is a way to be close to God. Do you like quiet time too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Catholic Church has leaders. They work in groups. Some are called bishops. Others are called priests. They help people in their faith. They teach and lead. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHilary was a leader for his people. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He had a daughter named Abra. She was a kind person too. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHilary Putnam was a man who thought a lot. He studied how our minds work. He also studied math and science. He liked to ask big questions. He even changed his mind sometimes. This helped him learn more. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHillel was a wise leader. He lived a long time ago. He loved to teach people. He taught us to be kind to others. He said we should love peace. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use a name called Hinayana. It means a small path. It is a way to follow Buddha. Many people have different ways to believe. These ways help people find peace. Do you wonder about different ways to believe?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHindu myths are very old stories. They are in many holy books. These stories tell about gods and heroes. They help people learn. They are a special part of life. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people have big ideas. These ideas help them see the world. Some people follow old books. They use these books to learn. This helps them think and feel. What do you think about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people are Hindus. They follow a way of life. Many live in India and Nepal. This group is very big. It helps them feel part of a group. Do you know many ways people believe?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA Hindu temple is a special place. Many people go there to pray. It is like a home for a god. Some temples look like houses. Others look like big palaces. It is a very beautiful place. Do you like to visit special…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHippolyte Taine was a man from France. He loved to read and write. He studied many things like art and history. His books helped other writers. He wanted to know why things happen. Do you like to learn about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man wrote a big book. It tells stories of old kings. Some parts are not true. But the stories are still fun. They tell of King Arthur. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople work to live. They use tools to make things. This helps people grow. Some people think work changes the world. How do you help at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people had special beliefs. They used holy books. They also did special things with fire. These ideas helped start a big faith. These ways of life still matter today. Do you wonder about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people believe a god made the world. They think the Earth had a start. Some read this in holy books. Others look at nature to find out. It is a big idea to think about. What do you think about the world?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople wonder about right and wrong. They ask how to be good. Some follow old rules. Others ask many questions. It helps us live well. We all want to be kind. What do you think is good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJainism is an old way of life. It started in India long ago. Many people follow these ideas. They try to be kind to all living things. It helps them find peace. Do you like to be kind too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow old Christian ways. These groups have been around a long time. They have many different churches. They share many of the same ideas. It is a big family of faith. Do you know about different churches?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people follow Protestant ways. These groups have many ideas. Some started a long time ago. They wanted to change things. This helps them pray. Do you know about different faiths?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome Muslims are called Shia. They follow the family of Muhammad. They believe his family should lead. This group is very large. It is a big part of the world. Do you know about many different faiths?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaoism is an old way of thinking. It began in China a long time ago. Many people follow these ideas. It helps them live in a good way. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Bahá'í Faith is a group of people. They follow the words of Bahá'u'lláh. Many people believe in his message. This faith helps people all over the world. It is a very big family. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Catholic Church is a big group. It started a long time ago. Many people follow its ways. It helps people find faith. It is very old. Do you know about big groups?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Orthodox Church is a group of people. They follow the ways of Jesus. They have many old traditions. These help them feel close to God. Many people belong to these groups today. Do you know about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany Jewish people live in Africa. Some groups have lived there a long time. Some came from far away. They have many ways to pray. It is a big and interesting story. Do you like learning about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJewish people have lived in Turkey for a long time. They lived there many years ago. Some came from far away to find a home. This helped the group grow big. Many people live in cities like Istanbul today. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJoseph Smith started a new faith. He said he saw God in a vision. He found old plates made of gold. He turned them into a holy book. This book helps many people today. Do you like to learn about new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe pope is a leader. He leads the Catholic Church. Many people follow him. This has been true for a long time. It helps many people stay together. Do you know about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think things are more than just parts. A whole thing can act in new ways. One part might be small. But many parts work as one. This helps things grow. Do you see how things work together?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in a holy spear. It is a very old thing. Many people find it special. It helps them feel close to their faith. Can you find a spear in a picture?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome places are very special. The Holy Land is a special place. Many people go there to pray. It is a place of big stories. People visit to feel close to what they believe. Do you know any special places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome churches have special jobs. These jobs are for leaders. They help the people in the church. One leader is a priest. One leader is a deacon. A bishop is a top leader. Do you know any leaders?
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