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.
Some people lead in the army. They help teach others. They show the way to do things. This helps the group stay strong. They are very helpful leaders. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people work for change without being mean. They do not hurt others. They do not hurt animals. This helps make the world fair. It can bring peace to everyone. Can you be kind to everyone?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople can work for change without fighting. They use marches or songs instead. This helps them stay safe and kind. It can help make the world fair. Do you want to help too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNorbert Elias was a smart man. He studied how people live. He wrote many big books. His work helps us learn. He was a very kind teacher. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Nordic Council helps many lands work together. It is in a big city. Leaders meet to talk and plan. This helps people live better lives. It is a good way to be friends. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNorman Finkelstein is a man who studies history. He writes books about people. He wants to help make things fair. He teaches at many schools. His work helps us learn. Do you like to learn about the world?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNorman Manley was a leader in Jamaica. He helped many people. He worked to make laws fair. He wanted all kids to go to school. He helped his country be free. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNorman Schwarzkopf was a leader in the Army. He worked hard to lead many people. He helped his team during a big war. Many people thought he was a great leader. He worked to make things better. Do you want to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSihamoni is the King of Cambodia. He loves dance and art. Long ago, his family had a hard time. He worked hard to help his people. He is a kind leader. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSihanouk was a leader in Cambodia. He was a king. He helped his country be free. He also made many films. People call him the King Father. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany countries signed a special paper. They wanted to stay safe. They promised to help each other. This helps keep peace in the world. It is a big team of friends. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA group of leaders joined together. They lived in a place called Afghanistan. They worked to protect their homes. This group helped many people. It was a big team. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a place called North Vietnam was born. A leader named Ho Chi Minh helped start it. The country was split into two parts. Later, the two parts joined to become one. It is a big part of history. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA notary helps people with papers. They make sure a signature is real. This helps everyone trust the paper. They may use a special stamp. It is a very helpful job. Do you like helping people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNouri al-Maliki was a leader. He lived in a place called Iraq. Many years ago, he had to leave his home. He came back to help his country. He was a leader for a long time. Do you know about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNouriel Roubini is a man who studies money. He helps people understand how the world works. He works at a big school in New York. He tells us if things might change soon. He wants to help us be ready. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome countries have very big bombs. These bombs can be very scary. Many leaders want to keep them away. They want the world to stay safe. People work hard to help. Can we all live in peace?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, leaders had a big fight. One state did not like a new law. They said the law was not fair. The leaders worked hard to fix it. They made a new plan to help. Can you imagine a big argument?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people love to study money. They look at old coins. They also look at paper money. This helps us learn about the past. It is a fun way to see history. Do you like to collect things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNuon Chea was a leader in Cambodia. He was part of a group called the Khmer Rouge. Long ago, this group did many unfair things. Many people were hurt. Later, a court said he was responsible. He spent his last years…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNur was a great leader. He was a king for his people. He helped lead a big group. They worked hard to change things. He was a very brave man. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNuri was a leader in Iraq. He worked in the government for a long time. He helped make many big choices. Some people did not like his choices. Later, things changed in his country. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNur Jahan was a very smart leader. She lived a long time ago. She helped run a big land. She even helped make coins. She was a very strong queen. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaraki was a leader in a place called Afghanistan. He wrote many books. He also helped start a new group. Later, many people were treated unfairly. This was a very sad time. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA nursing home is a place to live. It helps older people stay safe. Kind workers help them every day. They can help with food and baths. This place is a big help to many. Do you know someone who lives in one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNursultan Nazarbayev was a leader. He led the country of Kazakhstan. He was the first president. He worked for a long time. He helped his land stay free. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a king lived in Egypt. His name was Nyuserre. He built many big stone pyramids. He also built a large temple for the sun. This helped his people. He was a very busy leader. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn oath is a big promise. You say it out loud. It shows you will tell the truth. It helps people trust you. People have done this for a long time. Do you keep your promises?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople make a big promise. This is for a new job. It helps them do good work. They may use a book to help. It shows they will be fair. Do you like to make promises?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLawyers use rules in court. Sometimes a rule is broken. A lawyer says "no" to a question. This is called an objection. A judge then decides what to do. This helps keep things fair. Do you think rules are good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRules help keep things fair. Sometimes people try to stop the truth. They might tell lies or hide things. This is wrong and can get them in trouble. We must follow the rules. Do you think rules are good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people wanted things to be fair. They met in big groups. They lived in tents in cities. They wanted more for everyone. They used signs to talk. Do you know how to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people wanted things to be fair. They met in a big park. They spoke about money and jobs. They wanted a better life for all. This helped many people join in. Do you want to help make things fair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOffa was a great king. He ruled a land called Mercia. He was very strong. He even made his own coins. His wife was also on a coin. Can you find a coin?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMaking a deal is a big step. One person makes an offer. They say what they will do. Then, the other person says yes. This makes a deal. Do you like making deals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome places have special ways to write. These ways are called scripts. They help people learn and talk. Laws say which script to use. This helps schools and work. Do you know how you write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome places help people move money. They do this for people far away. This can help with taxes. It is a big part of the world. Do you know where money goes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome companies move their work. They move to a new country. This helps them save money. It also helps them find new workers. This can change where jobs are. Do you know where things are made?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Oguri lived in Japan. He was a leader for his people. He helped build a place for large ships. This helped his country grow strong. He worked very hard for everyone. Do you like to help your…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Ōkubo lived in Japan. He was a brave leader. He helped make his country new and strong. This helped many people. He worked very hard for his home. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOlaf Scholz is a leader in Germany. He worked in a big city called Hamburg. Then he became a very important leader for the whole country. He helped many people. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOlaudah Equiano was a brave man. Long ago, he was taken from his home. He worked very hard for many years. Then, he wrote a famous book. His book helped make things fairer for others. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a group lived by the sea. They were strong and kind. They lived in small groups near fields. They had many special stories. Now, their way of life is gone. Do you like to learn about old tribes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man shared secrets. He worked for a big army. He told other countries what was happening. This helped leaders talk instead of fight. It kept many people safe. Do you think it is hard to keep secrets?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes only a few shops sell things. These shops are very big. They watch each other closely. They may try to set high prices. This can change how much you pay. Do you see only a few shops near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOliver was a smart man. He studied how businesses work. He won a very big prize. This prize was for his hard work. It helps us understand the world. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOliver Hart is a smart man. He studies how money works. He won a very big prize. This prize was for his hard work. His ideas help us all. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOliver was a brave leader. He worked on big ships. He led a team on a lake. He helped his country win a fight. He was a hero to many. Do you like ships?
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