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 Giuseppe Mazzini lived long ago. He wanted Italy to be one big country. Many small groups ruled the land back then. He worked hard to change this. His ideas helped many people. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Giuseppe lived in Italy. He moved to a big city in America. He led a large group of people. Some things he did were not fair. Later, his group changed into a new group. Do you like learning…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA leader wanted more truth. He wanted people to know more. He wanted them to talk. This helped people learn new things. It made things fairer for many. Do you like to learn the truth?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGlenn Greenwald is a writer. He tells important stories. He writes about how leaders act. He helps people know the truth. This work helps us all. Do you like to read news?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBig things can change our world. Some things could hurt many people. Other things might hurt everyone. People study these risks to stay safe. They work hard to help us. We can learn to be ready. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople study how the world works. They look at how we all connect. We share many things with others. This helps us learn about our world. It is a big job. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries use special signs. These signs show if things are unsafe. They help us stay safe. Now, most places use the same signs. This helps people all over the world. It is a smart way to work. Do you see these…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople group countries in two ways. One group is called the North. These places have much money. The other group is the South. Many people there are poor. These groups help us learn. Can you see them on a map?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe world is very big. We can be part of the whole world. We can also stay close to home. This helps us mix big ideas with local ways. It makes things work for everyone. Do you like to share things with friends far away?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGloria was a leader in the Philippines. She was the first woman vice president. Later, she became the president. She worked very hard for her country. Her father was a president too. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGloria Steinem is a writer. She helps women have fair lives. She started a magazine for women. This helps everyone work together. She wants the world to be kind. Do you want to help too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGnassingbé Eyadéma was a leader. He led the country of Togo. He was the leader for a very long time. He stayed in power for many years. This helped him change his country. Do you know where Togo is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA goal is a plan for the future. It is something you want to do. You can work hard to reach it. It helps you know what to do next. It feels good to finish a goal. What is your big goal?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big school for learning. It is in a city in Germany. Many students go there to study. It has many buildings for classes. It helps people learn new things. Would you like to go to a big school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGoh Chok Tong was a leader. He helped lead Singapore. He worked hard for his people. He helped many people stay healthy. He also helped students do well. He was a kind leader. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Gojong was a king. He lived in a land called Korea. Many people worked hard to help him. He wanted his country to be free. He tried his best to lead. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGolda Meir was a great leader. She lived in many places. She worked hard on a farm. Later, she helped lead a new country. She was a very important woman. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome bosses get extra money. This happens when they leave a job. They might get a lot of cash. It can be a very big amount. This helps them feel safe. Do you think it is fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, people used gold as money. This helped countries trade with each other. It was a way to set a rule for money. This rule helped many people for a long time. Do you like gold?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Goni was a leader. He led the country of Bolivia. He was president two times. Long ago, some sad things happened. Many people were very upset. He had to leave his home. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, there was a lot of fighting. It was in a place called Northern Ireland. Many people worked hard to stop the fighting. They made a big plan for peace. This plan helps people live together now. Do you like peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGoodluck Jonathan was a leader in Nigeria. He was a president for many years. He worked hard to build roads and bridges. He helped his country grow. He was a very kind man. Can you imagine being a leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGordon Brown was a leader in Britain. He helped run the country. He worked to help schools and health. He also worked to help the earth. He is a very busy man. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGotse Delchev was a brave leader. He lived a long time ago. He wanted people to be free. He worked hard to help many people. He is a hero to many. Do you know any heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGough Whitlam was a leader in Australia. He helped make many new rules. These rules helped people go to school. They also helped people see a doctor. He worked very hard for his country. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGouverneur Morris was a great leader. He helped write the rules for our country. He wrote the words "We the People." He also spoke up for what was fair. He worked hard for our land. Do you like to write stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGroups need rules to work well. Rules help people play fair. These rules can be for a big country. They can be for a small family, too. This helps everyone get along. Do you have rules at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGroups help run a country. They do many jobs. They help people in many ways. This makes things work well. It helps us all. Do you know any groups that help?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGovernments use bonds to get money. They borrow money from people. Then, the government pays it back. They also pay extra money back. This helps the country. It is a big way to help. Do you like to help?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA budget is a plan for money. It shows money coming in. It also shows money going out. The leaders use it to help people. This helps pay for schools and roads. Do you use a plan for your things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes a country needs more money. It can borrow money to help. This helps pay for things like roads. This money must be paid back later. It helps people when times are hard. Do you know how money works?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleChina has a large government. One group leads the country. They make the rules for everyone. This helps the whole land work together. It is a big job for them. Do you like to help make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrance has a group of leaders. They make rules for the land. A prime minister leads the group. They meet in a big palace. This helps the country work well. Do you want to see a map of France?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndia has a big government. It helps many people live together. Leaders make rules for the land. A prime minister helps run things. This helps keep the country strong. Do you like learning about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJapan is a country in Asia. It has a leader called a prime minister. A king or emperor is also there. He does not run the country. He is a symbol for the people. Do you want to see more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe UK has a government. It helps run the country. A leader is called the prime minister. The king is also part of it. The leaders make big choices for us. Do you like to help make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGovernments spend money to help people. They pay for schools and roads. They also help when people are sick. This money helps our whole world. It makes things work well. Do you see things that the government helps with?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA governor is a leader. They lead a part of a country. They help make rules for people. This job helps things run well. It matters to everyone. Do you know a leader?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA lady named Gracia lived long ago. She was very good at business. She helped many people find safe homes. She also helped build a city. Gracia was a kind leader. Do you like helping others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGraciano was a brave man. He lived a long time ago. He used his words to help people. He wrote for a news paper. His work helped his home. Do you like to write stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeachers use grades to show how you learn. Some use letters like A or B. Others use numbers. Grades help show what you know. They help you see your work. Do you like to see your grades?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA graduation is a big day. It is for finishing school. You get a paper to show your work. People often wear special hats and gowns. It is a time to celebrate. Have you ever finished a big task?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA Graf was a leader. They ruled a place called a county. These leaders lived long ago. They helped run their lands. This title is like being a count. It is a very old name. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA group helps small farms. They work to keep food safe. They have done this for a long time. This helps people around the world. It is good work. Do you like to eat food from farms?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA bank helps poor people. It is in a place called Bangladesh. People get small amounts of money. This helps them start small jobs. This bank helps many families. Can you think of a small job?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, Finland was part of a big group. A Russian king ruled the land. He let the people keep their own laws. This helped the land grow. Later, the people wanted to be free. Now, Finland is its own country. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a land was called Tuscany. It was in a place called Italy. A family named Medici ruled the land. They helped the land grow strong. Later, things became hard for the people. Do you like learning about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNicholas was a leader in Russia. He led many soldiers in a big war. It was a hard job for him. He also liked to go hunting in the woods. Do you like to explore the outdoors?
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