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.
Long ago, a man named Auguste lived. He was a leader in a place called Belgium. He helped make roads and paths better. He also worked to help all countries stay at peace. He won a special prize for this. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAugustin was a man from France. He worked with laws. He had a brother who was a leader too. Long ago, many sad things happened to his family. Augustin stayed by his brother's side. He was very brave. Do you know what…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAugusto Leguía was a leader in Peru. He was the president. He helped build new things in his country. He worked to make big cities better. He was a very busy man. Do you like learning about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a king. His name was Augustus. He ruled a place called Poland. He liked art and big parties. He had many helpers to do his work. Do you like art too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn aunt is a family member. She is the sister of your mom or dad. Some people call close friends aunt too. This helps show love and care. Aunts are very special to us. Do you have an aunt?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAusten Chamberlain was a leader. He helped his country. He worked to keep peace. This helped many people. He even won a big prize. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAustralia uses the dollar. It is used for buying things. Many people use it every day. It helps us trade. Do you have any coins?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school in Australia. It is in a place called Canberra. Many people go there to learn. They study many things. It has many green trees. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Austria tried to trade far away. They sent ships to new places. They looked for gold and tea. Some things did not work out. It was hard to stay in new lands. Do you like to explore?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people study how we use money. They look at how each person chooses. This group started a long time ago. They help us learn about trade. It is a very big idea. Do you like to learn about money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome groups try to make everything they need. They do not buy things from others. They grow their own food. This helps them stay strong and free. It can be a very hard way to live. Do you think you could make your…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAuthority is a special kind of power. It is when people agree to follow a leader. This helps groups work together well. It matters so things stay fair. We use it every day. Do you follow rules at school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSpain is a large country. It has many parts. These parts help rule themselves. There are 17 main parts. Some parts have their own ways to talk. This helps everyone live together. Do you like to help make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school. It is in a place called Spain. Many people go there to learn. They study things like art and science. It is a very good school. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school in Spain. It helps many people learn. It has many green gardens. The school is very famous. It is a great place to study. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a woman wrote a book. Her name was Mary. She said girls should learn just like boys. She wanted women to have the same rights. This helped people fight for fairness later. Do you think learning is…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big group of people formed a party. They wanted to help their country. They used a boat as their sign. This group helped make a new land. Do you like boats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn award is a special gift. It shows someone did a great job. It can be a medal or a trophy. Some people get money too. It is a way to say well done. Do you like prizes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAxel was a great leader in Sweden. He helped many kings and queens. He worked hard to help his country. He even helped make new rules for the land. Axel's work changed how things work today. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAyaan is a writer. She was born in a place called Somalia. Long ago, she had to move to new homes. She works to help women be free. This is a big job. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAyaz Mutallibov was a leader. He led a place called Azerbaijan. He worked hard for his people. He was a very busy man. He lived a long life. Did you know he liked music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Ayman lived in Egypt. He was a doctor. He helped sick people. Later, he led a group that did bad things. Many people were very sad. Do you know about doctors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAyub Khan was a leader. He led the army. He also led the country. He helped build big dams. Many people worked hard then. Some things were not fair. Can you learn more about him?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAyyankali was a great leader. He lived in a place called India. He helped many people be free. He worked hard for fair rules. His work helped kids go to school. He is a hero to many. Do you like heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAzali Assoumani is a leader. He leads a place called the Comoros. He has been a leader many times. He works hard to lead his people. It is a big job. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA group of people started a party. They wanted many lands to be one. They wanted people to be free. This group grew in many places. It helped change how people lived. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaba Amte was a kind man. He lived in India. He helped many people who were sick. He built a place for them to live. He wanted everyone to be happy. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany babies were born long ago. This happened after a big war. Many families grew very fast. These people are called boomers. They changed how we live today. Do you know any boomers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Nelson was a robber. He stole money from banks. He was a very bad man. Many police officers tried to stop him. It was a hard time for many. Do you know about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA sitter helps care for a child. They play games and keep kids safe. It can be a way to earn money. This job helps many families. It is a very helpful job. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA badge is a special sign. It can be made of metal or cloth. Some people wear them on clothes. They show a job or a group. Badges can be very pretty. Do you like to collect things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBahram was a great king. He lived a long time ago. He was a brave hunter. He also liked music. People tell stories about him. He was a very famous leader. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBai Chongxi was a leader in China. He led many brave soldiers. He helped his people during a hard war. He was a very smart leader. He worked hard to help his home. Do you like learning about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people must go to court. They might have to stay in jail. But a judge can let them go home. This is called bail. They must promise to come back. It helps keep things fair. Do you think that is helpful?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBairam Khan was a great leader. He helped a young king named Akbar. He was a very brave soldier. He worked hard to help his people. He was a kind teacher too. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCountries trade with each other. Money moves in and out. This is like a big count. It helps us see how much money stays. We use it to learn about trade. Do you like to trade things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA balance sheet is a list. It shows what a group owns. It also shows what they owe. It helps us see if they have enough. This list is like a quick photo. Can you imagine making a list like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Schirach was a leader. He led a group for young people. He did things that were very wrong. Later, a court said he must go to prison. This helps us learn from the past. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Baloch are a group of people. They live in many lands. Some live in Pakistan and Iran. They speak a special way to talk. Many Baloch people make beautiful things. Do you like to see new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people lived as outlaws. They took things that were not theirs. This was often very hard for others. Sometimes they even became heroes to some. People had to be very brave. Do you think you could be brave?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a special bank. It helps many countries work together. It started a long time ago. It helps banks talk to each other. This helps the world stay safe. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBan Ki-moon is a leader. He worked for the United Nations. He helped many countries work together. He also worked to help our planet. This work is very important. Do you want to help the world too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA banknote is paper money. Banks make these notes. They help us buy things. Some notes are made of plastic. This makes them strong. They can last a long time. Do you have paper money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Bank of China is a big bank. It helps people with money. This bank started a long time ago. It has offices in many places. It is a very large bank. Does your town have a bank?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bank robbery is when someone steals money. They may use a note or a threat. This is a very bad thing to do. Many people work hard to catch them. It is good that they are caught. Do you think banks are safe?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA teller works at a bank. They help you with your money. They can take in cash. They can also give you cash. They are very friendly to people. It is a busy job. Do you want to visit a bank?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bank vault is a strong room. It keeps money safe. It also keeps papers safe. The walls are very thick. These rooms help protect things. It is a very smart way to stay safe. Do you like locks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, things were not fair. Leaders made special lands for black people. These places were called homelands. People were forced to live there. This took away their rights. Later, things changed for the better. Do…
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