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 man named Edwin worked hard. He helped make cities clean. He wanted people to have good water. This helped many people stay well. His work changed how we live. Do you like clean water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named EP studied people. He went to far places. He lived with new groups. He learned how they lived. His work helps us learn. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome boys act like girls. They may wear soft clothes. People have different ideas about this. Some people are not kind about it. We should be kind to everyone. Do you think being kind matters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Ríos Montt led a country. He was a leader in Guatemala. He was a soldier first. Long ago, many sad things happened to people. Some people say he was not kind. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleE. Franklin Frazier was a smart man. He wrote many books. He studied how people live together. His work helped people understand fairness. He was a great leader. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named E. F. Schumacher lived long ago. He studied how people use money. He thought small groups were best. This helps people work well together. His ideas help us care for our world. Do you like small things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEfua Dorkenoo was a kind leader. She was born in a place called Ghana. She worked to help women stay safe. She wanted things to be fair for all. Her work helped many people. Do you want to help others too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Egerton Ryerson lived long ago. He helped start many schools. He wanted all kids to learn. Some things he did were not fair to all people. This makes people talk about him today. Do you like to go to school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEhud Barak was a leader in Israel. He was a brave soldier. He also helped run the country. He worked hard to help people. He even played the piano! Do you like to play music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many people lived in groups. They used colorful flags to stay organized. These groups were called the Eight Banners. They helped leaders rule the land. Being in a banner helped families get food. It was a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePrices can change how we buy things. Sometimes a price change does not change much. Other times it changes a lot. This helps us understand how people shop. It is a smart way to look at money. Do you like to shop?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEldridge Cleaver was a writer. He worked with a group called the Black Panthers. He also made clothes for men. Many things happened in his life. He lived in many different places. Do you like to read stories about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEleazar Wheelock was a teacher. He started a school for many people. He also helped start a big college. His work helps us learn today. He lived a long time ago. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help us pick our leaders. These rules tell us who can vote. They also show how to count votes. This helps make things fair for all. It is good to follow these rules. Do you like to vote?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA district is a piece of land. It helps people pick a leader. People in that area vote. They choose who speaks for them. This helps make things fair for everyone. Do you live in a district?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes, people try to cheat in elections. They may try to change the votes. This is not fair to others. It makes people lose trust. We must work to keep things fair. Do you think being fair matters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help us pick leaders. These rules tell us how to vote. They show who can win. Rules help make things fair for all. We use them to choose a team. Do you like to vote?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people made a new way to punish. It was a wooden chair. It used power from wires. This was meant to be a new way. It was used in many places. Do you know about electricity?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElectricity helps us turn on lights. It travels through wires to your home. Many companies work to send it to you. It is a big system. We use it every day. Do you use lights at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Venizelos led Greece. He was a very strong leader. He helped his people for many years. He made his country much bigger. He worked hard to help everyone. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help keep us safe. To break a rule, you must do something. You cannot be in trouble for just thinking. You must act on your thoughts. This helps make things fair. Do you think that is good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElías was a leader in a far land. He worked in the air force. He helped change how his country was run. Some things he did were not fair to others. He worked for many years. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEli was a man who helped his people. He went to a far place to find secrets. He worked very hard to help his home. Later, something very sad happened to him. Many people still remember him today. Do you know any heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Elie Lescot led Haiti. He was a leader for many years. Some things he did were not fair to people. This made many people very sad. They worked hard to change things. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEli Heckscher was a smart man. He lived in Sweden long ago. He studied how people trade goods. His work helps us understand money. He wrote many books and papers. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElihu Root was a smart man. He helped many people in the government. He was a lawyer too. He worked hard to help make peace. He even won a big prize for peace. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Elihu Yale lived long ago. He worked in a place far away. He sold many bright gems. He gave money to a big school. Now that school has his name. Do you know this school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElinor Ostrom was a smart thinker. She studied how people share things. She looked at water and forests. She found that people can work together. This helps keep the earth healthy. She won a big prize for her work.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEliot Ness was a brave man. He worked to keep cities safe. He led a special team of helpers. They were very good at their jobs. People called them the Untouchables. They helped stop bad things. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think a few can lead. They think these people are special. They may have much money or power. This helps them make big choices. It is a way to group people. Do you think everyone should lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a lady lived in a big castle. She was very rich and powerful. But many people said she was very mean. They said she hurt many people. This was a very sad time. Can you imagine a big castle like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElizabeth Fry was a kind woman. She helped people in jail. She brought them food and clothes. She helped women learn to sew. Her work made life better. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEllen Willis was a writer. She wrote about music. She also wrote about women. Her words helped many people. She worked very hard. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEllis Clarke was a great leader. He helped his home country. He was the first President there. This helped his people. He worked very hard for them. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEllyse Perry is a great player. She plays cricket for Australia. She can hit the ball very well. She can also throw the ball fast. She helps her team win many games. Do you like to play sports?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named El-Ouali was a leader. He lived in a big desert. He helped his people find a home. Many people still remember him today. He was very brave. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEloy Alfaro was a leader. He lived in Ecuador. He helped build a long train track. This helped people travel. He worked hard for his country. Do you like trains?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElpidio Quirino was a leader. He was the president of the Philippines. He helped his country grow. He worked hard for his people. He even talked to them on the radio. Do you like to listen to stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleElsie was a smart woman. She loved to learn. She studied how people live. She visited many groups of people. This helped her learn their stories. Her work matters a lot. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people take money that is not theirs. They might work at a shop or a bank. These people are trusted to keep the money safe. But they use it for themselves instead. This is not fair to others. Have you ever…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHelpers are ready to help us. They keep us safe. Police, fire, and doctors help. They use fast cars and loud lights. They come quickly when we call. It is good to know they are there. Do you see their lights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people move to new homes. They leave their old land. They go to find new jobs. They want a better life. This can be a big change. Have you ever moved to a new place?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmilio Aguinaldo was a leader. He helped his country. He was the first president. He fought for his people. He is a hero. Do you know a hero?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmílio Médici was a leader in Brazil. He was the president a long time ago. The country grew very fast then. But some things were not fair to people. Many people worked hard to make things better. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmily was a brave woman. She lived a long time ago. She wanted women to vote. This was very important. She worked hard for this goal. Do you think it is good to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEmily was a kind woman. She wanted peace in the world. She helped many people. She even won a big prize for peace. It is good to be kind. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes the state takes land. They use it for roads. They use it for big buildings. This helps many people. The state must pay the owner. It is meant to be fair. Do you think that is fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn emir is a leader. They can be like a prince. Some emirs rule small lands. They may also lead a group of soldiers. This title is very old. Do you know any other leaders?
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