History of animation
Moving pictures are fun to watch. People make them by hand. They can use clay or puppets. Some are made on computers now. It is a way to tell stories. Do you like cartoons?
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History of anime
Anime is a way to tell stories. It uses moving pictures. People in Japan made these a long time ago. It is fun to watch. Do you like cartoons?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of ballet
Ballet is a way to dance. It began a long time ago. People danced at big parties. It was a way to show joy. It is fun to watch. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of basketball
Basketball is a fun game. People throw a ball into a basket. A man named James made the game. He made it for the cold winter. It is fun to play with friends. Do you like to play ball?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of chess
Chess is a fun game. It started in India long ago. People play it on a board. It is a game of skill. You can play it with friends. Do you like to play games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of comics
People use pictures to tell stories. Long ago, people painted on cave walls. They used many drawings to show a tale. This helps us see a story. It is a lot of fun. Do you like stories with pictures?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of dance
People love to dance. It can be a fun way to move. We can dance to a beat. It helps us tell stories. It also helps us feel happy with friends. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of fantasy
Fantasy is a fun kind of story. These stories have magic in them. They take you to new worlds. You can meet kings or magic folk. It is fun to dream big. Do you like magic stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of graphic design
People use pictures and words to talk. They make signs and ads. This helps us see things. It can be on a screen. It can be on a book. Design is fun to make. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of hip-hop dance
Hip-hop is a fun way to dance. People dance to a strong beat. They move on the floor. They also dance while standing up. It is a way to show skill. Do you want to try it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of painting
People love to paint. They do it on walls. They do it on silk. Some art is very old. It shows animals and hands. It is fun to see. Do you like to paint?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of poetry
People have made poems for a long time. Some poems were sung as songs. They helped people remember old stories. This was very important to them. Poetry is a way to share feelings. Do you like to hear stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of professional wrestling
People love to watch wrestling. It is a big show. Wrestlers act and use many moves. It can be on TV. It is fun to watch together. Do you like big shows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of science fiction
Some stories are about far places. They show flying machines. They show trips to the moon. These tales are very fun. They help us dream big. Do you like space stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory painting
These are story paintings. They show a moment from a tale. Some show old myths. Others show stories from a book. They can be very big. They help us see a story. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHitopadesha
This is a book of stories. It has tales about animals. It has tales about people. The stories teach us how to be wise. They help us be good friends. Do you like animal stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleH. M. Reddy
H. M. Reddy made movies. He lived in India. He made films with sound. This was new and fun. People love his old films. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoagy Carmichael
Hoagy Carmichael was a man who made music. He wrote many songs. He played the piano, too. His songs made people happy. People still love his music today. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHole (band)
Hole was a rock band. They played loud music. They lived in a big city. Many people loved their songs. The band was very famous. Do you like rock music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHolly Hunter
Holly Hunter is a famous actress. She acts in movies and on TV. She even does voices for cartoons. She works very hard at her job. This helps her win big awards. Do you like movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHollywood Sign
The Hollywood sign is big and white. It sits on a high hill. It was made a long time ago. People love to see it in movies. It is a famous place. Do you want to see it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHollywood Walk of Fame
Pink stars sit in the ground. They are on a long sidewalk. Many stars have names on them. These stars show great work in movies and music. People come from far away to see them. Do you want to find a star?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoly Sonnets
John Donne wrote many poems. They are called sonnets. He wrote them long ago. He used them to talk to God. These poems show his big feelings. Do you like to write poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHomage to Catalonia
This is a book about a war. A man named George Orwell went to help. He saw many people working together. He wrote about what he saw. It is a story about being brave. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHon'ami Kōetsu
Hon'ami Kōetsu was a great artist. He made many beautiful things. He made bowls from clay. He also made art with ink. His work is a treasure in Japan. We can see his skill today. Do you like art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHong Sok-jung
Hong Sok-jung is a writer. He writes books in North Korea. He writes stories about the past. His books help us learn. We can read his words. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHon'inbō Sansa
Sansa was a great game player. He played a game called Go. He was very good at it. Many leaders liked to play with him. He helped start a big school for the game. Do you like to play games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHon'inbō Shūsaku
Shusaku was a great Go player. He lived in Japan long ago. He won many games in a row. People called him Invincible. He was very good at his game. Do you like to play games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHonoré Daumier
Honoré Daumier was a great artist. He made many drawings and paintings. He also made art with clay. He used his art to tell stories. His work helps us see the past. Do you like to draw too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHonoré d'Urfé
Honoré was a writer from France. He wrote many books. One book tells a long story about love. People loved his stories very much. He is still known today. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHonor of Kings
Honor of Kings is a fun game. You play on a phone. You pick a hero to lead. You work with a team to win. It is very popular. Do you like to play games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHopscotch (Cortázar novel)
This is a special book. You can read it in many ways. You can jump from part to part. It is like playing a game. The writer wants you to join in. Can you find your own way through it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorace Silver
Horace Silver played the piano. He wrote many songs. His music had a happy beat. People loved to hear him play. He was a great star. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorace Walpole
Horace Walpole was a writer. He wrote many books. He also built a special house. It was called Strawberry Hill. He loved to tell stories. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHora (dance)
People dance in a big circle. They hold hands while they move. They step forward and back. It is for weddings and fun. It makes people feel glad. Do you like to dance in a circle?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoratio Alger
Horatio Alger was a writer. He wrote books for boys. His stories were about poor boys. They worked hard to do well. These books helped many people. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHornbostel–Sachs
People make many kinds of music. We use many tools to make sound. Some tools use strings or air. Some use a skin or a body. This helps us group them all. It is a fun way to learn. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorror and terror
Some stories can be scary. They make us feel dread. We wait for a surprise. Then, we see something shocking. It can make us jump! Do you like scary stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorror film
Some movies try to scare you. They show monsters or dark things. They use loud sounds to surprise you. People like to watch them together. It is a way to face fears. Do you like scary stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorror game
Some video games are made to scare you. They use spooky stories. You might run from monsters. You might try to hide. These games can be very exciting. Do you like scary stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorses (album)
This is a famous music album. It has rock songs and poems. The songs sound loud and wild. It helps people feel less alone. It is a very special record. Do you like to listen to music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHossein Behzad
Hossein Behzad was a great painter. He made small, pretty paintings. He lived in a place called Iran. His art was loved by many people. He showed his work to the world. Do you like to paint too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleH.O.T.
H.O.T. was a music group. They sang and danced in Korea. They were very famous. Many people loved their songs. They even had big shows. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHotel California
This is a famous song. It was made by a band. The band is called the Eagles. People love the sound of the guitars. It is a very special song. Do you like music?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHot Wheels
Hot Wheels are small toy cars. They can roll very fast. Some have bright colors and flames. You can race them on orange tracks. They are fun to play with. Do you like fast cars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHou Hsiao-hsien
Hou Hsiao-hsien makes movies. He tells stories on a screen. His films show life in Taiwan. He has won many big prizes. People all over the world love his work. Do you like to watch movies?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHound Dog (song)
Hound Dog is a famous song. It has a loud beat. People love to sing it. It is a very fun song. Many people have sung it. Do you like to sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHouse music
House music has a strong beat. It sounds like a drum. It makes you want to dance. You can move your body to the sound. It helps people feel happy together. Do you like to dance?
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