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.
A driver's license is a card. It lets you drive a car. You often take a test first. Many people use it as an ID card. It helps people know who you are. Do you want to drive one day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDrones are robots that fly or move. People use them to see far away. They can also carry things. Some drones help people in wars. This is a big change for the world. Do you like robots?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDuan Qirui was a leader in China. He led a large group of soldiers. He helped run the government for a long time. He made many big choices for his country. He was a very strong man. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a family ruled a place called Ferrara. They were a very rich family. They loved music and art. They even made the city look beautiful. It was a special place to live. Do you like art too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called Milan was a big state. It was in a land called Italy. A family ruled the land for a long time. Later, they made silk to sell. This made the people very rich. Do you like silk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaws must be fair to everyone. The law must follow rules. This helps keep people safe. It stops leaders from being unfair. It protects your rights. We want things to be just. Do you like fairness?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA duke is a leader. They are very important people. Long ago, they ruled over lands. A woman leader is called a duchess. This title is still used today. Do you like stories about kings and queens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDuke is a big school. It is in a place called Durham. It started a long time ago. Many people helped it grow. It is a place to learn. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOne family came from France. They moved to America. They built a big business. They also loved to plant gardens. Some of their gardens are parks now. You can visit them! Do you like big gardens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, people used guilders. They were used in the Netherlands. These coins helped people buy things. They were very important for trade. Now, people use the euro instead. Do you know what money looks like?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Dutch Schultz lived in New York. He was a leader of a bad group. He made money in ways that were not right. This caused many problems for him. He was not a kind man. Do you think he was a good leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA long time ago, a group started a big company. It was in a place called the Netherlands. They sailed ships far away to trade things. This work was not always easy. Some things were very unfair to people. Many people…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA dynasty is a family of rulers. One family rules for a long time. They pass the job to their children. This helps a country stay the same. It is like a long line of leaders. Do you know any kings or queens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome beetles love to dive. They live in ponds. They can swim under the water. They help by eating tiny bugs. These beetles are very cool to see. Do you like to look at bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDzhokhar Dudayev was a leader. He lived in a place called Chechnya. He wanted his people to be free. Long ago, things were very hard for them. He worked hard to help his land. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a boy named Eadwig was king. He ruled a land called England. He was a very young king. Some people did not agree with him. This made his job hard. Do you think it is hard to be a king?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEarl Warren was a leader in America. He helped many people. He worked in a big court. He helped make things fair for all. He was a very important man. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEarth Day is a special day. It helps us care for our world. Many people work together to help nature. This makes our home a better place. We can all help the Earth. Do you like to help nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries work together in Africa. They help each other trade goods. They share things like money and laws. This helps everyone grow. It is a big team. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a place called East Germany. It was a country in Europe. Many people lived there. Later, the country joined with West Germany. Now it is all one place. Do you like to learn about old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people lived in forests. They were called the East Slavs. They grew food and kept bees. They lived in many places. Today, their families are still here. Do you know where they lived?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople talk about the East and West. It is not just about where you live. It is about how people live. Some ways are different. Some ways are the same. We can learn from each other. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEbrahim Raisi was a leader in Iran. He was the president of his country. Long ago, he worked in many law jobs. Some people were very sad about his choices. He died in a helicopter crash. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThere is a special school in Paris. It helps people learn to teach. It was started a long time ago. Many smart people went there. It is a very famous place. Do you want to learn too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school for learning. It is by a large lake. Many people from far away come here. They study science and math. It helps us learn new things. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople study how the earth changes. They look at money and weather. This helps us plan for the future. It helps us stay safe. We can learn to help our world. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries in Europe use one money. This money is called the euro. It helps many places work together. It makes buying things easier for us. It is a big team. Do you use coins and bills too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople trade things in many ways. Some people give gifts to friends. They do this to be kind. Others use money to buy food. It is fun to learn how we share. Do you like to share with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes things cost too much money. People buy them thinking the price will go up. Then, the price drops fast. This is like a bubble popping. It can make people lose money. Have you ever seen a price change fast?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries work together as a group. They help each other buy and sell things. They also share food and tools. This helps many people live better lives. It is good to help our neighbors. Do you like to help your…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBuying and selling can find a balance. Sellers make things to sell. Buyers want to buy those things. A fair price helps both sides. When the price is right, everything stays steady. It is like a seesaw in the middle.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople all over the world trade things. They send food and tools to other lands. This helps many people get what they need. It can help people earn more money. New ways to travel make this easy. Do you like things…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people have ideas about money. They think people should own things. They like to trade with others. This helps many people live well. It is a big idea. Do you like to trade toys?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome countries change how they trade. They let more people start businesses. This helps them grow and sell things. It can also bring new jobs. This helps many people. Do you like to trade things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use models to learn. A model is a simple plan. It helps us see how money works. It makes big things easy to see. This helps us make good choices. Do you like to use plans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIt is good to have enough money. This helps us buy what we need. It helps families stay safe. It helps people feel calm too. We all want to feel safe. Do you feel safe and happy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople have rights to help them live. You have a right to go to school. You also have a right to a home. Many leaders work to make these things fair. This helps everyone in the world. Do you know your rights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people get a good deal. You might pay less than you wanted to. This helps you save money. Sellers also get a good deal. It is a win for everyone. Do you like getting a good deal?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGroups of people use systems to live. These systems help make things. They decide what to make and how. They also help move things to you. This helps everyone get what they need. Do you see how things move?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMaking many things can save money. When a shop makes a lot, each thing costs less. It is like buying in big groups. This helps a business grow. It is a smart way to work. Do you like to save money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleArgentina is a large land. It has much food. Farmers grow soy and corn. They also raise beef. The land is very rich. This helps people everywhere. Can you name a food you like?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAustralia has many ways to make money. People sell things like rocks from the ground. They also help others with many jobs. This helps the country stay strong. It is a big part of life. Do you like to learn about places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBangladesh is a place where people work hard. They make many things like clothes. They also make medicine to help people. This helps the country grow. It is a very busy place. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBrazil is a very big place. It has many things to sell. They grow coffee and sugar. They also make steel and oil. This helps the country grow. It is a busy place. Do you like coffee?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEgypt has a busy way of life. Many ships sail through its water. People grow food in big fields. They also make many things in shops. This helps people in the land. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrance is a very big place. It has many jobs. People work in shops and on farms. Many people visit France to see it. It is a busy and special land. Do you want to visit France one day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGermany is a big place in Europe. It makes many things to sell. They make cars and machines. This helps many people have jobs. It is a very busy land. Do you like cars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndia is a big place. It makes many things. They make medicine for the world. They also make many vaccines. This helps keep people well. It is a busy place. Can you name something made in India?
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