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Explore the fascinating history of Japan, from its ancient Prehistoric origins to the vibrant changes of the late 19th century‚all conveyed using simple, one-syllable words. This unique approach, reminiscent of popular early 20th-century childrens books, makes it an excellent resource for young readers, remedial learners, and ESL students alike. Join us on this engaging journey through time, where learning meets clarity and simplicity.

Delve into the lives of the first 23 Presidents of the United States with this engaging collection of biographies written entirely in one-syllable words. This unique approach not only captivates young readers but also serves as a fantastic resource for ESL learners. Discover how this charming book, reminiscent of the early 20th century, makes history accessible and fun for all. - Summary by Mark Dykshoorn

Dive into the inspiring life story of George Washington, a man whose personal journey is intricately linked with the history of the nation he helped shape. This book offers not just a look into the American Revolutionary History but also an intimate portrayal of the Father of his Country. Carefully crafted to engage young readers, the book seeks to offer a clear and compelling picture of Washingtons exceptional character and invaluable contributions to the nation. Discover how he became an enduring symbol of American values and leadership in a story that unfolds within a childs comprehension.

One Kind Word- Stories of Hope, Kindness & Love. How Kindness Changed Someone's Day or Life. Inspirational Stories Come join us as we have conversations with people who had a kind word or gesture or act lift them up, improve their day or change their life. If you are looking for uplifting content and stories of all the good things and goodness in the world this is the place to listen in and be a part of something positive. Let's Change the World One Kind Word, and One Kind Gesture at a time. Connect with Kristin at OneKindWord.com

One Thousand Words is dedicated to exploring the world that art has made by offering brief, meaningful looks into the historical impact of major artistic and cultural milestones. Films, music, concerts, paintings, theatre, dance, sculpture, literature, poetry and more have made our lives what they are today. Let's look back together to see how.

This podcast takes an historical photo, frequently mugshots, from the Inland Northwest and tell its story in 1000 words. It was born as a final project for my graduate public history class at Eastern Washington University. It is an example of how public records can be used together to tell the story of a person or event.

A videogame podcast for everyone, a 4 letter word sparks the episode topic and then we try to get weird with it. This American Life for Videogames. 2015, volume 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many people do you know grew up as a poor immigrant in America during the Great Depression, won a scholarship to Harvard Law School, landed on the beaches of Normandy on D Day, were present at the liberation of concentration camps including Buchenwald, Mauthausen and Flossenburg, held leading Nazis to account at the Nuremberg trials and have fought for an International Criminal Court to hold war criminals to account the world over? Now you know one.

In March of 1975, as New York City hurtles toward bankruptcy and the Bronx burns, newsman Coleridge Taylor roams police precincts and ERs. He is looking for the story that will deliver him from obits. A break comes at Bellevue, where Taylor views the body of a homeless teen picked up in the Meatpacking District. Taylor smells a rat: The dead boy looks too clean, and he's wearing a distinctive army field jacket.

The Word Improv Community is a writing community united by our passion for writing and a common challenge: Word Improv. A Word Improv challenge is where participants write a “Story” using a set of “new” words. A “Story” is broadly defined to include a tale, poem, skit, etc. There is no character minimum or limit. You can learn new words and participate in Word Improv, as well as in the Pass-the-Baton interviews by following @WordSleuth on Instagram! Pass-the-Baton Interviews on Instagram Live are interviews where contributors to our Word Improv challenges interview one another.