We use the ‘Flesch–Kincaid Grade Level Formula’ to present scores as per US grade level. See all the grade levels here. Following articles, stories and features are appropriate for people at reading level of Grade 4 (Age 9-10 years). More information about Flesch–Kincaid readability tests can be found here.
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Fire in Water
July 8: A flame moved through water! Unbelievable? But it is true. Fire in Water [Illustration by Sudheer Nath] This was the Olympic flame. It was carried under water last week. Why, one would ask. Because the games are being held in Sydney this year. The Olympic Games are held once in four years. And each time it is held, the Olympic flame is lit in Athens, the birthplace of the games, and carried to the venue of the games....
Robbing the Rich for Rain
July 8: Life becomes difficult when it does not rain. Farmers try all sorts of things to make the rain gods happy. Some get frogs married, others perform ‘pujas’ or worship. But, the Bhil tribals of Mewar, Rajasthan, are different. They plunder or rob the houses of traders, most of whom happen to be Jains, says a report in ‘The Indian Express’ newspaper. The Bhils believe that the traders keep the monsoon clouds trapped inside their lockers....
Chiku’s Birthday
Chiku’s Birthday [Illustrations by Amarjeet Malik] It was little Chiku’s third birthday. So Akki the ant bought a balloon Blue as the sky, Round as the moon. But who is Chiku? He is Dinku donkey’s friendly neighbour — The creepy and crawly little caterpillar. Chiku’s grandmother and grandfather, Eeku and Meeku, Were there too — With candles, cake, And a big cauliflower! Who were the other guests? Elephant Shakti with her fat twins —...
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