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.
Long ago, a man named Heydrich lived in Germany. He was a leader in a bad group. He did many unfair things to people. This made the world a sad place. People worked hard to stop him. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleReinhard Selten was a smart man. He studied how people make choices. He won a very big prize. This prize was for his work. He helped us learn about math. Do you like math too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCompanies buy help for their risks. This help is called reinsurance. It helps when big things go wrong. It makes things safer for everyone. We can work together to stay strong. Do you like to share?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIn court, people use facts to find the truth. These facts are called evidence. Some facts help tell the story well. Other facts do not help at all. We only use the good facts. This keeps things fair for everyone. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes people are treated unfairly. This happens because of what they believe. It can happen in many places. It can be very sad. People work hard to change this. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people are treated unfairly. This happens because of what they believe. It can be very sad. Many people work to make things fair. We want everyone to be free. Do you think being kind helps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople in India have many beliefs. Sometimes, groups of people fight. This is very sad. Many people work to make things fair. They want everyone to be kind. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people work from home. They do not go to an office. They use computers to do their jobs. This helps them stay near their families. It can also help our planet. Do you like working at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRené Barrientos was a leader in Bolivia. He was a pilot in the air force. He also became the president. Some people did not like his rules. He died in a crash long ago. Do you like planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRené was a man from France. He spent a long time in a far prison. He tried to leave many times. Finally, he made it to a new land. He wrote books about his life. Do you like stories about brave people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRené Cassin was a kind man. He lived a long time ago. He helped make rules for the world. These rules help keep people safe. He won a big prize for peace. Can you help others too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRené Coty was a leader in France. He helped run the country. He was the president for a few years. He worked hard to help his people. He was a very big part of history. Do you like to learn about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRené Lévesque was a leader. He lived in Quebec. He worked as a news writer. He also helped many people. He wanted his home to be its own place. Do you like to tell stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany workers in Japan work together. They joined to make one big group. This group helps people who work. It helps many kinds of workers. It is a very big group. Do you know anyone who works hard?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou can pay to use things. You do not have to buy them. You can rent a house. You can rent a bike too. It helps you save money. It is fun to try new things. Do you like to rent things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes, leaders change a law. They can take a law away. This helps things stay fair. A new law can take its place. This makes life better for us. Do you think laws should change?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople want to know the news. A group helps them. They help people who tell stories. This group works in many places. They keep reporters safe. Do you like to read the news?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople vote for leaders. These leaders speak for the group. They make rules for everyone. This helps many people live together. It is a big job. Do you know your leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA republic is a way to lead. It is not ruled by a king. Instead, the people help choose leaders. This helps everyone work for the good. It is a way to live together. Do you like to help make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Republican Party is a big group. It helps lead the country. It started a long time ago. People wanted to end slavery. This group is very important to many. Do you know about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a big group in Turkey. A leader named Atatürk started it. It helps make new rules for the country. It is very old and important. Do you like learning about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a city called Florence grew big. It was in a place called Italy. The people made their own gold coins. These coins helped many people trade. The city was a very special place. Do you like old coins?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA rescue helps people in danger. It can save lives. People use tools to help. Some use ropes or boats. It is good to help others. Do you like to help friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome libraries hold many deep facts. They have many books to read. They help us learn new things. You can find many answers there. It is a great place to look. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome money is used by many lands. This money helps countries trade. It is very strong. It helps people buy things. We use it every day. Do you know any money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA residential area is a place for homes. People live in houses or big buildings here. Some areas have many trees. Other areas have many cars. This is where we rest and sleep. It is a special place for families. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA resolution is a plan. Groups write them down. They use them to make choices. It helps people work together. It can help a group act. Do you make plans too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleResources are things we use. They help us live well. Some come from the earth. We use air and water too. We must use them with care. Can you find a resource?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome places have many treasures in the ground. They might have oil or shiny rocks. Having these can be hard for a country. It can make it tough to grow. Can we use them well?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use a special way to fix harm. They talk to make things right. This helps people feel better. It helps people learn to be kind. It can help a group stay strong. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA résumé is a special paper. It tells people about you. It shows what you can do. It helps you get a job. It can be on a screen too. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanks help many people. They keep your money safe. You can save money there. They also help you buy things. This helps us every day. Do you have a bank?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGroups of people help run a land. They collect money from many people. This money helps the land work. It can pay for things people need. This helps everyone live well. Do you know how your town works?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome rules help many people. These rules help groups that were treated poorly. But some people feel these rules are not fair to them. This is a hard thing to talk about. Do you think rules can be fair for everyone?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA place called Kashmir had its own rules. These rules changed in 2019. Now, the same rules for all of India apply there. This was a very big change. Some people liked it. Others did not. Do you like rules that are…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Reza Shah led Iran. He was a soldier first. Then he became a king. He helped build new things for his land. He worked hard to change his country. Do you like to learn about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRiad Al Solh was a leader. He helped his country be free. He worked to bring people together. This helped make a new nation. He was a very big help to Lebanon. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRicardo was a leader in Costa Rica. He helped his country many times. He worked to build new schools. He also helped fix things after a big quake. He made life better for many people. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Lee is a teacher. He learns about people. He studies how they live. He visits far away lands. His work helps us learn. Can you learn something new? He even wrote a book for kids.
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Cantillon was a smart man. He worked with money in many places. He wrote a very big book. This book helps us learn about trade. It is still used today. Can you learn about money too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Richard was a criminal. He did bad things for money. He was not kind to people. He lived with a family in New Jersey. Many years later, he went to prison. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Mulcahy was a leader in Ireland. He helped lead the army. He also worked in the government. He helped many people learn in school. He was a very busy man. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Posner is a smart man. He worked as a judge. He wrote many books. His books help us learn. He likes to think hard. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Seddon was a leader. He lived in New Zealand. He helped many people. He worked for a long time. He was a very famous leader. Do you like to lead?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Richard worked as a spy. He lived in many places. He told secrets to help his home. He worked very hard to stay hidden. He was a very brave man. Do you like stories about spies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Stone was a smart man. He studied how money works. He made a way to track wealth. This helps many countries. His work was very good. Do you like math?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRichard Thaler is a smart man. He studies how we use money. He helps us make good choices. He won a very big prize. This prize shows his work is great. Do you like to save money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Richard wanted peace. He wanted many lands to work as one. This would help people stay safe. He helped start a big group for this. It is a very big idea. Do you like to help others?
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