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A special wire helps tools talk. It moves fast data. It can even give power to tools. This helps things work well. It was used for video. Do you use wires to connect things?
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I. F. Stone
I. F. Stone was a writer. He wrote for many papers. He looked for facts in big books. He wanted to tell the truth. This helped people know what was happening. He was a very good reporter. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgnacy Łukasiewicz
Ignacy was a smart man. He found a way to make light. He used oil to make a lamp. This helped people see at night. He was a kind man too. Do you like bright lights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgor Sikorsky
Igor Sikorsky loved to fly. He built many planes. He also made a great helicopter. This helped people fly in new ways. His work helps us fly today. Do you like to look at planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIKEA
IKEA sells things for your home. You can find beds and chairs there. Many people go to these big stores. It helps you make your room look nice. Do you like to fix things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIlyushin Il-76
This is a very big plane. It can carry heavy things. It can land on dirt roads. This helps people in far places. It can even help put out fires. Do you like big planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImage file format
Computers use special files for pictures. These files show images on a screen. They can also be printed on paper. Some files help pictures move fast on the web. Do you like looking at pictures on a screen?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIMDb
IMDb is a big list. It has many movies and shows. You can find names of actors. It tells you what shows are good. It is a fun place to look. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImperative programming
A computer needs help to work. You give it a list of steps. It follows each step one by one. This is like a recipe for food. It tells the computer what to do. Do you like following steps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIncineration
Big machines burn old trash. This heat can make power. It helps make light for homes. The trash turns into small ash. This makes the trash pile much smaller. It is a clever way to clean up. Do you like to help clean up?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInclinometer
A tool helps us find a slope. It shows if a hill is steep. It can even tell how tall a tree is. This helps many workers. It even works in video games! Can you find a slope?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndependent media
Some news is free to tell the truth. It does not follow a king or a boss. It helps us know what is real. This helps people everywhere. It is good to know the truth. Do you like to read the news?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndian Railways
Trains run all over India. They carry many people. They also carry heavy things. These trains help us travel. We can see them go by. Do you like trains?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndia Today
India Today is a news magazine. It tells stories from India. Many people read it every week. It helps us learn about the world. Do you like to read news?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndira Gandhi International Airport
This is a very big airport. It is in a place called Delhi. Many people fly on planes here. It is one of the busiest in the world. Do you like to fly in planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndra Nooyi
Indra Nooyi is a great leader. She ran a big snack company. She helped make better food for us. She also helped the Earth stay clean. She works very hard every day. Do you want to be a leader too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInduction furnace
This machine melts metal. It uses power to get hot. It does not use fire. This keeps the air clean. It helps make new things. Can you hear it hum? It makes a loud sound.
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInduction generator
Machines can make power. They spin very fast. This spinning makes electricity. We use them in wind fans. This helps us have light. It is very cool! Do you like wind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndustrial and Commercial Bank of China
This is a very big bank. It is in a place called China. It helps many people with money. It is the biggest bank in the world. It is very important. Do you like to use money?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndustry Standard Architecture
Computers have parts that talk to each other. These parts use a path to send info. This path helps the computer work well. It helps the computer do many jobs. It was very helpful long ago. Do you like computers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInfantry fighting vehicle
This is a big, strong vehicle. It carries many people. It also has a large gun. This helps the people inside. It can move fast. Do you like big trucks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInflatable boat
An inflatable boat is a light boat. It has tubes filled with air. These tubes help it float on water. You can fold it up to keep it in a small bag. It is easy to carry! Do you like boats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInformatics
People study how computers work. They learn how to use facts. This helps us solve big problems. It can even help doctors. We use computers every day. Do you like using computers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInformation management
We use facts every day. We find them and keep them. We save them in a safe place. This helps us make good choices. It is a big job. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInformation retrieval
Computers help us find things. You type a word to search. The computer looks for it. It finds books, pictures, or songs. It shows you the best ones first. This helps us learn. What do you like to search for?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInformation security
We keep secrets safe. We hide them from bad people. We use codes to help. This keeps our facts safe. It helps us stay private. Do you have a secret?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInformation system
People use tools to share facts. These tools help us work. We use computers and books. They help us make good choices. It is a big team. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleING Group
ING is a very big bank. It helps people with money. It is from a place called the Netherlands. Many people use it in many lands. It has an orange lion logo. Do you have a bank?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIngredients of cosmetics
Makeup comes from many things. Some colors come from bugs. Some colors come from rust. People have used these for a long time. It helps us look bright. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIngvar Kamprad
Ingvar Kamprad started a big shop. He sold things for homes. He sold many chairs and tables. He grew his shop to be very large. It is called IKEA. Do you like IKEA?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInheritance (object-oriented programming)
Computers use a special way to build things. A new part can take what a parent part has. It keeps the old ways and adds new ones. This helps people build things faster. It is like a family tree. Do you like building…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInjection moulding
Machines make many plastic things. They melt tiny bits of plastic. Then they push the hot plastic into a shape. The plastic cools and gets hard. This makes toys and bottle caps. It is very fast! Do you see plastic…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInkjet printing
A printer makes pictures. It sprays tiny drops of ink. The ink lands on paper. It can make colorful art. It helps us print things. Do you like to draw?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInkwell
An inkwell is a small jar. It holds ink for writing. You dip a pen into it. This helps you write on paper. Long ago, people used them a lot. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInline skates
These are inline skates. The wheels sit in one line. They help you glide like ice. You can skate on streets. It is a lot of fun! Do you want to try?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInnovation
New ideas can change things. People use ideas to make better things. This helps everyone in the world. It can make our lives easier. It is a fun way to help. Do you have a new idea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInput device
You use tools to talk to computers. A keyboard lets you type words. A mouse helps you point at things. You can even use your voice. These tools help us play and work. Do you have a computer at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInput method
Sometimes keys cannot show every word. A special program helps you. It lets you type many ways. You can use a screen or keys. This helps us talk to friends. Do you like to type?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInput/output
A computer talks to you. You can give it things. You use a mouse to click. This is an input. The computer shows you things. A screen is an output. It helps us work. How do you use a computer?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstagram is a place for photos. You can share pictures with friends. You can make them look special too. It helps us see what others do. Do you like to take photos?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstant camera
An instant camera makes a photo fast. You take a picture. Then it shows up right away. It is like magic! It makes a real picture for you to keep. Do you like photos?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstant messaging
You can talk to friends on a screen. It sends words right away. You can also send pictures. This helps us stay close. It is very fun to use. Do you like to chat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Many smart people work together. They help make new tools. They use tools like computers. This helps all of us. They work in many places. Do you like new tools?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstruction set architecture
A computer has a brain. This brain follows rules. The rules tell it what to do. They help it run your games. It is like a list of jobs. Do you like playing games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntegrated development environment
People use tools to make computer games. One tool holds many things. It helps you write code. It also helps you fix mistakes. This makes work fast. It is like a big box of tools. Do you like games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntegrated modular avionics
Planes use computers to fly. These computers work together in a group. They help the pilot fly well. This makes the plane safe for you. It is a smart way to fly. Do you like to fly in planes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntel
Intel makes small parts for computers. These parts help computers work. They are very small. They help us play games and do work. We use them every day. Do you have a computer?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInterceptor aircraft
Some planes are built to be fast. They catch other planes in the sky. These planes climb up very quickly. They help keep us safe. It is a big job. Do you like fast planes?
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