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A story tells of three brothers. Their names are Lech, Czech, and Rus. They went on a hunt. Each brother went a new way. They found new homes. One brother saw a white eagle. This is a very old tale. Do you like old…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use a special way to read. It is a way to pray. They read a holy book. Then they think about the words. They talk to God. This helps them feel close to Him. Do you like to read quiet stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLent is a special time for some Christians. It lasts for 40 days. People pray and eat less food. This helps them get ready for Easter. It is a time to be kind. Do you know about Easter?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLeonard Howell was a leader from Jamaica. He helped start a faith called Rastafari. He spoke about a king in Africa. His words gave people hope. Many people still follow his ideas today. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLeonard Peikoff is a man who thinks a lot. He studies big ideas. He writes many books. He also had a radio show. He works with ideas from Ayn Rand. Do you like to think about big things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLeo Strauss was a thinker. He studied big ideas. He liked old books. He taught many students. He lived in many places. His work helps us think. Do you like to read old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Hydra was a big snake. It lived in a lake. This snake had many heads. If one head was cut off, more grew back. A hero named Heracles fought it. He won the fight. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLeviathan is a giant sea snake. Many people tell stories about it. Some say it is a monster. Others say it is a big fish. It lives in the deep sea. Do you like sea stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLev Shestov was a thinker. He wrote many books. He thought that nothing is impossible. He believed in freedom. This idea helps us wonder. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use faith to help others. They want to help those who are poor. They want to make things fair for all. This idea helps people work for justice. It is a way to show love. Do you want to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people follow Jesus. Stories tell of his birth. He lived long ago. He taught many things. His life matters to many. Do you know his stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA life stance is what you believe. It is what matters most to you. Some people follow a faith. Others follow a new way of thinking. It helps you live your life. What is important to you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLi Hongzhi is a leader. He started a group called Falun Gong. Many people follow his ideas. He teaches special ways to move. He lives in the United States now. It is a big topic for many. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA lingam is a special sign. It shows the god Shiva. It can be made of stone or wood. Many people use it to pray. It helps people feel close to God. Do you like to see special signs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous story. It is about a girl. She wears a red hood. She walks in the woods. A wolf meets her there. Many people tell this tale. Do you know this story?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome churches use a special year. It has many seasons. Each season has a mood. People use different colors. They read special stories. This helps them pray. Do you like seasons?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think a monster lives in a big lake. It is called Nessie. Many say it has a long neck. People look for it in the water. It is a fun story to wonder about. Do you like big stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome thinkers had a big idea. They wanted to use science to find truth. They thought ideas must be something we can see. This helped them study the world. It was a way to learn. Do you like to learn with science?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLogos is a big word. It means things like reason. It can also mean order. Some people use it to talk about words. It helps us understand the world. Does it help you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLojong is a way to train your mind. It helps you have a kind heart. People use short sayings to help them. These sayings teach us to be good. It helps us feel happy. Do you want to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLoki is a god from old stories. He can change his shape. He can look like many things. Some say he is a trickster. He has a wife named Sigyn. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people had new ideas. They wanted to read the holy book. They wanted it in English. This helped them learn. It was a big change. Do you like to read?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow special teachings. A man named Jigme Lingpa found them. He saw them in his mind. These ideas help people find peace. They are very special to many. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLongchenpa was a wise man. He lived long ago in Tibet. He wrote many books. He liked to study and think. His books help people today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people study a way called Longdé. It is about a big, wide space. This space is like our own minds. It is everywhere and lasts forever. It helps people find peace. Do you like to look at the big sky?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLot was a man in a holy book. He lived a long time ago. He traveled with his uncle. He lived in a place called Sodom. One day, he had to leave his home. Do you like stories about long ago?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe lotus pose is a way to sit. You cross your legs on the floor. It is used for quiet thinking. Many people use it to feel calm. It is named after a pretty flower. Do you like to sit still?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a holy book. It is for Buddhists. Many people read it. It says all can be good. It helps people find peace. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLouis Farrakhan is a leader. He leads a group called the Nation of Islam. He used to play the violin. He also used to sing songs. He has said many things that people do not like. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleL. Ron Hubbard was a writer. He wrote many stories. He also started a group called Scientology. Many people follow his ideas today. It is a big part of his life. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLucifer is a name for a star. It is the planet Venus. Some people believe it is an angel. This angel fell from the sky. Many stories talk about this. Do you like looking at the stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLucy Mack Smith was a mother. She helped her family. Her son Joseph started a church. Lucy was a leader too. She wrote about her life. She was very kind. Do you like to tell stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLudwig was a man who studied life. He was a doctor. He also thought a lot about the world. He thought things like force and matter were very important. He wanted to help people be kind. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLudwig was a man who thought a lot. He lived a long time ago. He wrote books about how people think. He said people have big ideas about gods. These ideas come from us. His work helps us learn. Do you like to wonder…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLugh is a hero from old stories. He was a great king and a warrior. He could do many things very well. He was good at art and games. People say he was very bright. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLu was a wise man from China. He lived a long time ago. He believed our minds are special. He said our minds are part of the whole world. This helps us be kind to all. Can you be kind today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLuke was a man from long ago. He was a doctor who helped people. Many people believe he wrote a holy book. He also liked to paint pictures. Some say he was a saint. Do you like to paint or draw?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuiyuan was a wise teacher. He lived a long time ago. He taught many people about peace. He built a special home for them. It was near a big mountain. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Luther wrote a book. It was a Bible in German. He worked with friends to help. This book helped people learn to read. It was very special to many. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a very old temple. It is in a place called Luxor. Many kings were crowned here long ago. People still visit this special place. It is a grand sight to see. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in spirits called lwa. They help people talk to a creator. Each spirit has its own color. They also have their own special things. People give them food to show love. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMacarius was a leader in the church. He lived a long time ago. He was a writer and a painter. He made many holy pictures. He also helped a king. He was a very busy man. Do you like to paint?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople think about what is right. Some look at the whole world. This is a big idea. Other people look at small things. They look at how we act each day. These ideas work well together. Do you think about what is right?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people follow special ways to live. These ways help them follow their faith. Some groups live in different parts of the world. They use old ideas to help them today. These ideas matter a lot to them. Do you know…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA madrasa is a place to learn. It can be a school for many things. Some teach about faith. Some teach math or stars. Many people go there to study. It is a special place for books. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA magician uses magic. They can do many things. Some use a wand or a staff. They may wear long robes. Some are wise and kind. Others can be bad. Do you like magic stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a special temple. It is in India. Many people go there to pray. It has a very old tree. The tree is very important to them. Do you like big trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMahamudra is a way to think. It helps people learn about their minds. Some people use it to feel peace. It is a very old way. It can be a special way to sit and think. Do you like to think about your mind?
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