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A Shinto shrine is a special place. It is for gods. Some shrines are near big trees. Some are on mountains. People visit them to show respect. It is a very old way. Do you like to visit special places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShlomo Carlebach was a rabbi. He loved to sing songs. Many people called him the Singing Rabbi. His music helped people feel joy. His songs are still sung today. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShneur Zalman was a wise teacher. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. His books help people learn. He taught people how to use their minds. This helps them be kind. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShoghi Effendi was a leader. He helped a group called the Bahá'í Faith. He wrote many letters to people. He helped the group grow in new lands. He worked very hard for many years. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Shoko Asahara led a group. This group had many followers. They did bad things to people. They used a harmful gas in a city. They also hurt people on a train. These things were very sad. Do you want to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA shrine is a special place. People go there to pray. It can be in a house or a big temple. Some people visit them on a long trip. It is a place to show love. Do you have a special place?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Shroud of Turin is a long cloth. It has a faint image on it. Many people think it is from Jesus. Others think it is an old painting. People still talk about it today. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago in India, people had different groups. One group was called Shudra. They were often workers. They helped by farming the land. This work helped feed everyone. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShunryu Suzuki was a teacher. He taught people about Zen. He lived in Japan a long time ago. Then he moved to America. He helped many people learn. He was a kind man. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Shwedagon Pagoda is a big, gold building. It is in a place called Myanmar. It is very tall and shiny. Many people go there to pray. It is a special place for them. Do you like shiny things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSidney Rigdon was a leader. He loved to read books. He spoke to many people. He helped a man named Joseph Smith. He was a very important helper. Do you like to read books too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSigurd is a hero from old stories. He killed a big dragon. This made him very brave. Many people like his tale. It is a very old story. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSikh gurus were great teachers. They helped start a faith. There were ten human gurus. Now, a holy book is the guru. It brings light to people. Do you like to learn from teachers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSilas was a man from long ago. He was a leader in a group. He went on a long trip with Paul. They helped many people. He was a kind friend. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people follow Buddhism. It traveled on a long path. This path was called the Silk Road. People traveled with goods to share ideas. This helped many find new ways to think. It is a big part of history. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimchat Torah is a happy day. It is a Jewish holiday. People sing and dance. They carry holy books. They also give treats to kids. It is a fun time for all. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimon Blackburn is a thinker. He thinks about big ideas. He teaches at big schools. He writes many books to help us. His work helps us learn. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimone Weil was a thinker. She lived in France. She loved to help people. She even worked in a big factory. Simone wanted to make life fair. She wrote many books. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimon was a man from long ago. Some say he used magic. He had many ideas about God. He even tried to buy power. People still tell stories about him today. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimon was a friend of Jesus. He was one of the twelve. Many people call him a saint. He traveled to tell his stories. Some say he went to far lands. Do you like to hear stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people have a big idea. They wonder if our world is real. Maybe it is a computer game. It might be made by machines. This is a fun thing to think about. Does our world feel real to you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome Christians say a special prayer. They say it to show they believe. It helps them feel close to God. People say it in many ways. Some say it out loud. Some say it in their hearts. Do you know about this prayer?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSinterklaas is a kind man. He comes on a big boat. He rides a white horse. He brings gifts to children. Many people like this day. Do you like treats too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSira are stories about a life. They tell about Muhammad. These stories help people learn. They show how he lived. Many people find them good. They are like a long journey. Do you like stories about journeys?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSisyphus was a king in a story. He was very clever. The gods gave him a hard job. He must roll a big rock up a hill. The rock rolls back down every time. It never stays at the top. Do you think he is tired?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese are six special ways to pray. They help people find peace. They come from long ago. Many people follow these ways. They help us learn. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use the word skandha. It means a heap or a group. It is a way to look at a person. It looks at the body and the mind. Does this help you see how we work? What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSkeletons can be characters in stories. Some people see them in art. They can even be in video games. Many people find them interesting. Do you like stories about them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome Navajo people have old stories. These stories are about skin-walkers. They are said to turn into animals. They are not good people. These stories are very deep. They are not just for fun. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people have a special way to say goodbye. They leave a body on a high mountain. Birds like vultures come to eat. This is a kind gift to the birds. It helps the earth, too. Do you like watching birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people believe in sky gods. These gods live high up. Some rule the day. Others rule the night. They can be kings. They can also be queens. Do you look at the sky?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a famous story. It is about a princess. A magic spell makes her sleep. She sleeps for a long time. A prince finds her. Then she wakes up. Do you like fairy tales?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSleipnir is a special horse. He has eight legs. He is grey in color. A god named Odin rides him. He is the best horse of all. Do you like horses?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow a way called Smarta. They honor five gods. All these gods are equal. This helps them feel close to one big truth. It is a very old way. Do you like to learn about old ways?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSobek was an old god. He looked like a crocodile. Some people thought he was strong. He helped keep people safe. He was like a kind parent. Do you like crocodiles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think about how we live. They ask how we should act. They look at how we live in groups. This helps us be kind to all. It is a big way to think. What do you think about your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people have special beliefs. These ideas came from a long time ago. They follow the ideas of two men. These ideas help them live. It is good to learn. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSocrates was a man who wrote books. He lived a long time ago. He wrote about the church. His stories help us learn. It is fun to read about the past. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSodom and Gomorrah were two old cities. They are in many holy books. People believe these cities were not kind. Many people think they were bad to guests. One man named Lot was saved. Do you like to be kind to guests?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSokei-an was a Zen teacher. He was born in Japan. He moved to America to teach. He helped start a group for Zen. Many people learned from him. He was a kind guide. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people believe in sun gods. These gods represent the bright sun. They are often very strong. Some ride in a big boat. Others ride in a fast chariot. It is a very old idea. Do you like the sun?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a very old place. It was a school for many people. Many monks lived in small rooms here. They came to learn and pray. It is a special place to see. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSomdet To was a famous monk. He lived in Thailand long ago. Many people look up to him. He told many good stories. He also made small charms. People still love his ways. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a book of poems. It tells a story of love. A man and a woman say kind things. They like each other very much. It is a very old book. Do you like poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSōtō is a way to pray . It started a long time ago. Many people do it in Japan. They sit very still to think. This helps them feel calm. Do you like to sit still?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people follow Islamic laws. They use a holy book. It is called the Qur'an. They also look at how Muhammad lived. This helps them know what to do. It is a way to live well. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people belong to this group. They are Christians in the USA. They go to many churches. Some churches work together. They share things to help others. It is a very big group. Do you know about many churches?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people speak in new ways. They use sounds that feel like words. Many believe these are holy sounds. It is a special thing they do. It helps them feel close to God. Do you like to hear new sounds?
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