Stanford University
Stanford is a big school. It is in California. A man and his wife built it. They wanted to honor their son. It is a place to learn. Do you want to learn too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSociety articles — Page 18
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Statute
A statute is a law. It tells us what to do. It can also say what not to do. These rules help us live together. Laws are written down for everyone. Do you follow rules at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStatute of Westminster 1931
Long ago, many lands were ruled by one place. A new rule changed this. It helped lands like Canada be free. They could now make their own laws. This made things fairer for everyone. Do you like to make your own rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStatutory interpretation
Laws tell us how to act. Sometimes words are hard to know. A judge helps us find the meaning. They look at what the law says. This helps everyone follow the rules. Do you like to follow rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStefan Dušan
Dušan was a great king. He ruled a very big land. His land grew very large. He made laws for his people. He was a very strong leader. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStephen Báthory
Long ago, there was a king named Stephen. He ruled a very large land. He was a brave leader. He helped make his land strong. He also liked to read books. Do you like to read books too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStephen I of Hungary
A king named Stephen ruled long ago. He helped his people stay safe. He built many new churches. He made his land a peaceful place. His work matters to many people today. Do you like to learn about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStereotype
Sometimes people think they know a group. They might think everyone in a group is the same. These thoughts are not always right. They can be unfair to others. We should get to know people for real. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSteve Biko
Steve Biko was a brave man. He lived in South Africa. He wanted things to be fair. He helped many people. He is remembered today. Do you know about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStock
You can own a piece of a company. These pieces are called shares. Some people buy them to help a business grow. You might even get to vote on big choices. It is a way to work together. Do you want to own a share?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStock exchange
A stock exchange is a place for trade. People buy and sell parts of big companies. This helps businesses grow. It matters to the whole world. Can you imagine trading parts of a company?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStructure and agency
Rules help us live together. They show us how to act. But you can make your own choices. You can also change the rules. We work together to make things new. Do you make your own choices?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSubculture
Some people join special groups. These groups have their own ways. They may like the same music. They may wear cool clothes. This helps them feel like they belong. Do you have a special group?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSubhas Chandra Bose
Subhas Bose was a leader. He lived in India long ago. He wanted his home to be free. Many people thought he was a hero. He worked very hard for his people. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuburb
A suburb is a place to live. It is near a big city. People live there and go to the city for work. It is often quiet. Do you live near a big city?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuffrage
Voting means picking leaders. It is a special right. Long ago, many people could not vote. Some were not allowed because of who they were. People worked hard to change this. Now, more people can help. Do you know how…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuharto
Suharto was a leader in Indonesia. He was the president for a long time. He helped the country grow. But he was also very unfair to many people. Many people worked to change things. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSukarno
Sukarno was a great leader. He helped his people. He wanted them to be free. He became the first president. Many people still love him today. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSultan Agung of Mataram
A great leader lived long ago. His name was Sultan Agung. He ruled a big land in Java. He helped many people live together. He is a hero today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSun Yat-sen
Sun was a leader in China. He helped start a new government. He was also a doctor. He worked hard for his people. He is a hero to many. Do you know any heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSupport group
Some people join a group to help each other. These groups help people feel less alone. Members share what they know. They listen to one another. This can happen in person or online. It helps people feel strong. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuryavarman II
A long time ago, there was a king. He ruled a big land. He built a very large temple. It is still there today. It is a beautiful place. Do you want to see it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSusan B. Anthony
Susan B. Anthony was a brave leader. She worked for women's rights. She wanted women to vote. This was very important for fairness. She worked hard for a long time. Do you want to be a leader too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSustainability
We want to help our world. We must take care of nature. We must help people too. We also need to be smart with money. This helps us live well for a long time. Can you help our world stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSustainable development
We must care for our world. We use things like trees and water. We must save some for the kids who come later. This helps everyone stay happy and healthy. It is a big job for all of us. Can you help us care for the…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSvatopluk I of Moravia
A king named Svatopluk ruled a land. His land grew very large. He was a strong leader. He made many new friends. People still talk about him today. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyngman Rhee
Syngman Rhee was a leader. He helped his country. He wanted his people to be free. This was very hard work. He became a president. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaejo of Goryeo
Long ago, a man named Wang Kon lived in Korea. He was a strong leader. He helped bring many groups of people together. He started a new land called Goryeo. This land helped people live as one. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTalaat Pasha
Talaat Pasha was a leader. He lived in a place called the Ottoman Empire. He was a very powerful man. Long ago, he did things that were very unfair to many people. This was a sad time in history. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTalcott Parsons
A man named Talcott Parsons studied people. He worked at a big school called Harvard. He wanted to know how we live together. He wrote many books about it. His ideas helped many people learn. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeacher
A teacher helps you learn. They show you new things. They help you read and write. They also keep you safe. Teachers can be very fun. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Art of War
Long ago, a man wrote a book. It is about how to lead. The book helps people plan. It says war can be very bad. We can learn from it today. Do you like to plan things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Communist Manifesto
Two men wrote a famous book. It was written long ago. The book talks about how people work. It says workers should help each other. This book changed the world. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money
A man wrote a big book. He wanted to help people. He wrote about money and jobs. This book changed how we think. It helps us understand the world. Do you like reading books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheocracy
Some places use religious rules. A leader might follow a god. This is a way to rule. It helps people live by their faith. It can change how life works. Do you know about different rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodora (wife of Justinian I)
Theodora was a great leader. She lived a long time ago. She was a queen. She helped her husband rule. She was very brave. Do you like stories about queens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt was a leader. He was a president. He loved the land and trees. He helped make national parks. He worked hard to be fair. Do you like nature too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodor Herzl
A man named Theodor Herzl had a big dream. He wanted a safe home for Jewish people. He wrote books to help them. Many people listened to his ideas. He worked hard to make this dream real. Do you have a big dream too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodoric the Great
Long ago, there was a king. His name was Theodoric. He ruled a large land. He helped many people live together. He built many new things. He was a very strong leader. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodosius I
A man named Theodosius was a leader. He ruled a very big land. He was a Roman emperor. He helped many people live in peace. He worked hard for his people. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Wealth of Nations
A man wrote a big book. It was about money. It helps us learn how countries grow. It was written a long time ago. His ideas still help us today. Do you like to learn about money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was a leader. He helped start a new nation. He wrote a very famous paper. He was also a president. He loved to read many books. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Paine
Thomas Paine was a writer. He lived a long time ago. He wrote books to help people. His words helped a new nation grow. He wanted things to be fair. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Robert Malthus
A man named Malthus lived long ago. He studied food and people. He thought food might not grow fast enough. This was a big idea. It helps us learn about our world. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Sankara
Thomas Sankara was a leader. He lived in a place called Burkina Faso. He helped many people. He planted millions of trees. He also helped children get medicine. He was a kind man. Did you know he rode a bike to work?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThrush (bird)
Thrushes are small birds. They live in woods. They eat fruit and bugs. These birds help plants grow. They carry seeds to new places. Both parents help the babies. Do you like to watch birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiberius
Tiberius was a Roman leader. He led many armies. He was a very good worker. He helped rule a large land. He lived a long time ago. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTibetans
Tibetans are a group of people. They live in a high place. Many live in China. Some live in other lands too. Their ways are very special. Do you want to learn more?
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