Read about communities, institutions and the ways people organise their lives together. Choose an article below; its reading controls let you move between the available levels.
Todor Zhivkov was a leader. He ruled a place called Bulgaria. He was in charge for a long time. He helped make the country stable. Then, things began to change. He had to step down. Can you find Bulgaria on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king. He ruled a very big land. Many things changed during his time. Some things were hard and sad. But he also loved art. He liked beautiful blue and white pots. Do you like art too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTōgō was a brave leader. He led ships on the sea. He worked very hard to learn. He traveled far to study. Many people in Japan love him. Do you like ships?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people use tokens. They look like coins. But they are not real money. You can use them at a shop. You can even use them for games. They help people buy things. Have you ever seen a token?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man led Japan. His name was Iemochi. He was a young leader. Many things changed for his people. He worked hard to lead. Can you imagine being a leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Yoshinobu lived in Japan. He was a great leader. He was the last shogun. He tried to change things for his people. Then, he had to step down. He spent his life doing things he loved. He liked to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school in Japan. It helps people learn about science. Many people study there. They learn how to build things. It is a very special place. Do you like science?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis was a big school in Japan. It helped people learn about teeth. It also taught doctors how to help. Many students came from far away. It was a very good school. Do you want to be a doctor?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group did something very bad. They hurt people on trains in Tokyo. This was a very sad day. Many people worked hard to help. Now, the city is safe again. Do you know where Tokyo is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes we see things we do not like. We can still let people be. This helps us live in peace. It is a kind way to live. We can be kind to all. Can you be kind to others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMosquera was a leader in Colombia. He was a general too. He was president many times. He helped change his country. He even wrote many books. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTomás was a leader in Cuba. He helped his country become free. He worked to build new roads. He also helped people stay healthy. He was a very busy man. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTomáš Masaryk was a great leader. He helped start a new country. This country was called Czechoslovakia. He was the very first president. He worked hard for his people. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Tomás was a leader. He led a place called El Salvador. He helped build new train tracks. He also helped build a big theater. He worked hard for his land. Do you like trains?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDenning was a famous judge. He helped people with the law. He worked very hard for many years. He wanted things to be fair for everyone. His work still matters today. Do you like stories about being fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTomiichi Murayama was a leader in Japan. He helped lead the country. Long ago, he said sorry for hard things that happened in the past. This helped people feel better. He worked hard to be kind. Do you like to help…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTommy Douglas was a kind leader. He helped many people in Canada. When he was young, he was sick. A doctor helped him for free. This made him want to help others. He made sure doctors help everyone. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Tommy lived long ago. He led a group of people. They did things that were not fair. He lived in a big city. He worked with many others. Do you know much about old cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTôn was a leader in Vietnam. He helped his country stay together. Many people called him Uncle Tôn. He worked hard to rebuild things. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a young boy became a king. He ruled a large land called China. His mother helped him lead. He lived in a big palace. Later, the young king got very sick. He died when he was not old. Do you like stories…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTony Benn was a leader. He worked to help people. He was a very busy man. He helped make new laws. He wanted things to be fair for all. Do you want to learn more about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTony Blair was a leader. He led a big group in the UK. He helped schools and doctors. Many people liked his work. He worked hard for many years. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use special words. These words help them talk. They show how they like to play. It is good to be kind to each other. We can learn new things. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople wear clothes in many ways. In some places, it is okay to not wear a top. This is true for men and women. Long ago, many groups did this too. Rules can change from place to place. Do you see different clothes…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople live on many small islands. They love the blue sea. They are great at sea travel. They make beautiful art and masks. This art tells old stories. Do you like the ocean?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA town hall is a special building. It is where leaders meet. They work to help the town. Some halls have big rooms for shows. They can even host art shows. These buildings help our towns. Have you seen one near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLeaders meet with people. They talk in many places. They might use a school or a church. People ask questions to share ideas. This helps everyone be heard. Do you like to share your ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA town square is a big open space. It is in the middle of a city. People meet there to talk. You might see shops nearby. Some have a pretty fountain. Do you like to visit big squares?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use paths to move things. Some paths go over land. Some paths go on water. This helps people get things they need. It brings us together. Can you find a path near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome companies have a big secret. It might be a special recipe. This secret helps them do well. They work hard to keep it safe. Do you have a secret?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people work together. They join a big group. This group helps workers. It helps them stay safe. It helps them get fair pay. This group is very old. Do you want to work in a group?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people share one thing. They might share a field of grass. If too many people use it, the grass goes away. This can hurt everyone. We must learn to share well. Can you think of something to share?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTraining helps us learn new things. It helps us get better at jobs. We can practice to stay strong. You can train to do great work. It is fun to learn! Do you like to learn new skills?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people want things to be fair. They want everyone to be safe. They work to change bad rules. This helps people live happy lives. It is a very big job. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes things are very unfair. way back, many people were hurt. Now, leaders work to fix it. They help people feel safe again. This helps us build a kind world. It makes things right for everyone. Can we all be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA group works to keep things fair. They help stop people from being dishonest. This group has many helpers in many lands. It helps make the world a better place. Do you want to help too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people are not kind to others. They act mean to people who are different. This can make people feel unsafe. Many people work to make things fair. They want everyone to be happy. Can we all be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king named Thanh Tong ruled. He lived in a land called Dai Viet. He helped his people stay safe. He worked hard to make things better. His work helped his land find peace. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrần Trọng Kim was a smart man. He loved to write books. He wrote about history. He also helped lead his country. He worked hard to teach others. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTravel insurance helps you on trips. It helps if you get sick. It helps if you lose bags. This can make trips safer. It is good to have. Do you like to travel?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA visa is a special rule. It lets you visit a new place. It can be a sticker. It can also be on a computer. This helps a country stay safe. It helps people travel. Do you want to see the world?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrayvon Martin was a teen boy. He lived in Florida. He liked to play football. He also wanted to work with planes. A very sad thing happened to him. Many people marched to help. Do you know about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTreason is being disloyal. It means breaking a promise to your country. This can happen in a war. It can also happen by spying. People who do this are traitors. It is a very big deal. Do you know what loyalty means?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA treaty is a written promise. It is a deal between groups. It helps people work together. These rules help keep the world safe. We use them to be fair. Do you like making promises?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries made a big plan. They wanted to work as friends. This plan helped them trade goods. It helped them stay at peace. It still helps us today. Do you like to work with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people signed a paper. It was made in New Zealand. It helped leaders talk to each other. This paper still matters today. Many people work to make things fair. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help keep us safe. Some rules say you cannot go on someone else's land. Other rules say you cannot touch people without permission. These rules help everyone get along. Do you follow rules at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, some groups formed in China. They wanted to change how people were ruled. Later, these groups did bad things. They moved to many new places. Now, many people work to stop them. Can you learn more about them?
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