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.
Erik Prince is a businessman. He started a big company. This company helped keep places safe. He worked in many parts of the world. He did many different jobs. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErin Brockovich helps people. She fights for clean water. She helps towns stay safe. This work matters a lot. She is very brave. Do you like helping others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnest Burgess was a smart man. He studied how people live in cities. He taught at a big school. He wrote books to help us learn. His work helps us understand our world. Do you like learning about cities?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnest King was a leader in the Navy. He led many ships at sea. He helped his country during a big war. He worked very hard to keep people safe. He was a brave man. Do you like ships?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnesto Geisel was a leader in Brazil. He was a general in the army. He helped the country change. He wanted more people to have a say. This was a big step for his land. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnesto Samper was a leader in Colombia. He was the president of his country. Some people said his team took bad money to win. He said he did not know. He stayed in his job. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man lived in Italy. His name was Ernesto. He worked to help people. He wanted peace for all. This helps us live well. Do you like peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnesto Zedillo was a leader in Mexico. He was a president. He helped his country through hard times. He also helped people vote for new leaders. This was a big change. Do you like to vote?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaudon was a brave soldier. He worked for a queen. He led many men in big wars. He was a very good leader. He helped his people win. Do you want to be a leader too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Ernst lived in Austria. He was a leader in a bad group. He did many things that were very unfair. Later, he had to face a big trial. He was punished for his bad choices. Do you know how people…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnst was a leader in Germany. He helped a group called the SA. This group had many members. He was a friend to a man named Hitler. Later, things became very hard for him. He died a long time ago. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErnst Thälmann was a leader. He led a big group in Germany. He worked hard for his ideas. Many years later, a bad group took over. They were not kind to him. He was kept in a dark place. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErrico Malatesta was a man who wanted things to be fair. He lived a long time ago. He traveled to many far places. He worked hard to help people. He even wrote papers to share his ideas. Do you want to learn more…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleErrol Barrow was a great leader. He lived on a place called Barbados. He helped his home become free. He was the first big leader there. This helped many people. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Erving Goffman studied people. He wanted to know how we act. He looked at how we talk to friends. He also saw how we act in public. His work helps us learn about life. Do you like watching how people act?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people lived in groups. Some people prayed. Some people fought. Many people worked hard. This helped everyone live together. It was a way to group people. Do you think it was hard to stay in one group?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEsther Duflo is a smart lady. She studies how to help people. She looks for ways to stop poverty. This work helps many people live better. She won a very big prize. Do you want to help people too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help keep things fair. Sometimes, a person makes a promise. A judge says they must keep it. This stops them from changing their mind. It helps people trust each other. Do you think being fair is good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA group wanted a new land. They fought for a long time. It was a sad and hard time. Many people were hurt. Now, the fighting has stopped. Peace is better for everyone. Do you like peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes, groups of people are forced to leave. They must leave their homes. This is a very sad thing. Many people have had to move this way. It is not fair to them. Can you imagine moving away?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome groups live close together. They share the same way of life. They can help each other find work. This helps them do well. It is a kind way to live. Do you know a place like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany groups live in China. Most people are Han. But fifty-five other groups are there too. They have their own ways to talk. This makes the land very special. Do you like learning about new groups?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople work together every day. They use special ways to act. We can study how they do this. It helps us see how life works. It is like being a scout. Do you watch how people play together?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEton is a very old school. A king started it long ago. Boys live there all week. It is a big place to learn. Many famous people went there. Do you like old schools?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEtta was a very brave woman. She lived a long time ago. She worked to help women have rights. She spoke up for them in big meetings. Etta wanted things to be fair for all. Do you want to be brave like Etta?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEuclides da Cunha was a writer. He lived in Brazil. He wrote many books. His stories help us learn. He was a very smart man. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGene Fama is a smart man. He studies how money works. He helps people understand markets. His work is very helpful. He even won a big prize. Do you like learning about money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Vidocq lived long ago. He was once a rule breaker. He did many bad things. Then he changed his life. He helped the police find people. He was a very smart helper. Do you like mysteries?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEugene Debs was a leader. He helped workers. He wanted things to be fair. He spoke to many people. He even ran for president. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEugenia Charles was a great leader. She led a place called Dominica. She was the first woman to lead there. She worked very hard for her people. She was a strong leader. Do you want to learn more about her?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, some people had bad ideas. They thought they could pick who is born. This was very unfair to many people. Many people worked to change this. We must be kind to everyone. Do you think being kind matters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEugenio was a great teacher. He helped many children learn. He also helped women go to school. He worked hard to help his home. He was a kind leader. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFive countries work together. They help each other trade. This helps their people. It makes things easier for everyone. It is a big team. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany years ago, countries joined together. They wanted to share power. This power helps make energy. It can help people in many places. This helps us all. Do you like to learn about energy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleEurico Gaspar Dutra was a leader. He led a place called Brazil. He helped make new rules for the land. This helped people have a say. He worked hard for his country. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany years ago, some countries had money problems. They owed a lot of money. Other countries helped them pay it back. This helped things get better. Do you like to help friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think Europe is the center. They think it is more important than others. This is not always true. Many other places have great stories too. We should learn about everyone. Do you like learning about the…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries work together. They use a special rule to help keep people safe. This rule helps catch people who break laws. It makes things move fast. It helps people follow the rules. Do you think rules are good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big bank. It helps many countries. It gives money to help businesses grow. This helps people live better lives. It is a very helpful group. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big bank. It helps many countries. It makes the euro money we use. This helps keep things fair. It is a very big job. Do you use euro coins?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many countries in Europe had wars. Leaders wanted peace. They decided to share coal and steel. This helped them work together. Now, they can be friends. This was a big first step. Do you like to share with…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries made a special rule. This rule helps keep people safe. It helps people be free. This rule matters to us all. It helps make things fair. Do you know your rights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThere is a big court in Europe. It helps many countries follow the same rules. This keeps things fair for everyone. It is a very important place. Do you like to follow rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries worked together. They wanted to help each other. This helped them stay peaceful. It made trade easier for all. This group helps us today. Can you name a country in Europe?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big bank helps many countries. It gives money to help people. It helps the air stay clean. This work helps our world. It is a very big job. Do you like helping others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people help run Europe. They meet to make rules. These rules help many countries. People vote to pick them. This helps make things fair for all. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries work together. They share things like food and tools. People can also move to new places. This helps everyone live better. It is a big team. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany groups work together to make rules. They help many countries get along. Leaders talk to make new plans. They vote to say yes or no. This helps everyone stay safe and fair. Do you like making rules with friends?
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