Read about visual art, music, literature, performance and the people who create them. Choose an article below; its reading controls let you move between the available levels.
These are old stories about King Arthur. They tell of brave knights. They talk about a magic cup. The tales are very long. They make us wonder about kings. Do you like stories about knights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous song. It has a grand sound. People sing it at big parties. Some people sing it at graduations too. It makes people feel proud. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a painting of nature. It uses black ink on paper. You can see green trees and orange buildings. A path winds through the rocks. It shows a long walk. Do you like to walk in nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople make beautiful outdoor spaces. They use plants and paths. They plan where things go. It makes nature look pretty. We can enjoy these spaces too. Do you like gardens?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople take photos of the outdoors. They snap pictures of mountains and water. Some photos show big cities too. These photos show why nature is pretty. They help us love our world. Do you like to look at nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanford Wilson wrote plays. His stories were for the stage. He wrote many great plays. People loved to see them. He won many big prizes. Do you like to watch plays?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLang Lang plays the piano. He plays for many people. He plays in big halls. He plays in many lands. His music is very special. It can touch your heart. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePastora was a great singer. She sang special songs. Her music was very strong. People loved to hear her voice. She is a star in Spain. Do you like to sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man wrote beautiful words. He used a soft brush. The words look like they move. People love his art. It is very special. Do you like to draw?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a stone statue. It shows a man and his sons. Big snakes are biting them. The men look very sad. It is a very old work of art. Do you like old statues?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous poem. It tells a story about a dream. A man wakes up from a nap. He thinks about his morning. People love these words. They even make music from them. Do you like poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLara Croft is a brave hero. She goes on big trips. She finds old things in ruins. She is very smart and strong. Lara loves to explore the world. Do you like to explore too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLara Fabian is a singer. She sings beautiful songs. She has many fans around the world. Her music brings people joy. She has lived in many places. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleL'Arc-en-Ciel is a music band. They play rock music. They are from Japan. Many people love their songs. They have sold many records. They play in big places. Do you like rock music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarisa Shepitko made movies. She lived in a place called the Soviet Union. She told many stories on film. Her films won big prizes. She worked very hard to make them. She loved to tell stories about people. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is beautiful music. It was made for a play. Some parts use a small drum. It sounds very pretty. People love to hear it today. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a very old movie. It shows a big train. The train pulls into a station. People watch it move. It looks like it might hit you! It is a fun thrill. Can you see the train?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarry David is a funny man. He makes people laugh on TV. He writes many funny stories. He tells jokes about real life. It is fun to watch him. Do you like to laugh?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarry Harvey was an artist. He helped start Burning Man. It is a big art event. People go to the desert to play. It is fun for many people. Do you like big art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarry King was a famous host. He talked to many people. He used radio and TV. He asked many questions. People loved to listen to him. Do you like to ask questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarry Kramer was a writer. He wrote books and plays. He also helped many people. He fought to help his friends. He wanted everyone to be safe. He worked very hard. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLarry Norman made music. He sang many songs. He made over 100 albums. His music helped people. He loved to sing for God. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLars von Trier makes movies. He is from Denmark. He tells many stories. Some stories are very sad. He works very hard on his films. Do you like to watch movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLa Scala is a grand music house. It is in Italy. People go there to hear singing. They also go to see dancing. It is a very special place. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a funny TV show. It is about three old men. They go on many fun trips. People like to watch them. It is a very long show. Do you like funny shows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLa Strada is a famous movie. It is from Italy. It tells a sad story. The people in it are kind. Many people love this film. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLászló Krasznahorkai is a writer. He writes many books. He is from a place called Hungary. He won a big prize for his books. His stories are very special. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLászló Moholy-Nagy was an artist. He made many things. He used light to make art. He made shapes that move. This was fun to see. Do you like bright lights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLászló Papp was a great boxer. He was from a place called Hungary. He won three big gold medals. He was very good at his sport. This made many people proud. Do you like sports?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous movie. It is about a boat. A man and a woman live on the boat. They love each other very much. It is a very good story. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous movie from Japan. It tells a story about a family. A daughter and her father live together. They love each other very much. It shows how life changes. Do you like stories about families?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLatif Karimov made beautiful rugs. He drew many pretty patterns. He also made art for walls. His work helps us learn today. He was a great artist. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLatin dance is a fun way to move. It comes from many places. People dance to fast beats. It brings people together. It is a joy to watch. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a fun kind of music. People sing these songs in Spanish. The songs have a happy beat. They make you want to dance. Many people love to sing them. Do you like to dance to music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaura Dern is an actress. She acts in many movies. She works on big films and small ones. She has won many awards for her work. We can see her on TV too. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaura was a writer. She wrote books about her life. She lived in small houses. Her books tell stories of her family. These stories are very special. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaura Mulvey is a writer. She studies movies. She looks at how films are made. She thinks about how people watch them. Her ideas help us see movies in a new way. Do you like to watch movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaura Pausini is a singer. She sings songs in many ways. She sings in Italian and Spanish. Many people love her music. She has won many awards. Do you like to sing songs too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDr. Laura is a radio host. She talks on the radio. She helps people with their problems. She also writes books. Many people listen to her show. Do you like to listen to the radio?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaurel Aitken was a great singer. He made happy music. He sang many fun songs. People loved to dance to them. He was a star in many lands. Do you like to dance to music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLauren Bacall was a famous movie star. She acted in many films. She had a deep, lovely voice. People loved watching her on screen. She worked very hard to be great. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaurence Eusden was a poet. He wrote many poems. He was a very young poet. He wrote for kings and leaders. This job was special to him. Do you like to write poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople give awards for stage shows. These awards are in London. They honor actors and dancers. People work hard to win. It is a very big deal. Do you like the theater?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaurence Sterne was a writer. He wrote funny books. His stories made many people laugh. He loved to write for fun. He became very famous. Do you like funny stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaurie Anderson is an artist. She makes music and films. She plays the violin too. She even makes her own tools for music. Her art helps us see new things. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLaurie Metcalf is an actress. She works on stage and on TV. She even uses her voice for movies. She has won many big awards. People love her many roles. Do you like watching movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLauritz Melchior was a great singer. He sang in big shows. His voice was very strong. People loved to hear him sing. He even sang on TV. Do you like to sing songs too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLauryn Hill is a great singer. She makes many kinds of music. She can sing and rap too. Her songs help people feel good. She is very famous for her talent. Do you like to listen to music?
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