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The Amish of Lancaster County

LLaura
Lower Elementary
Informational
EN
1 min read
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Lancaster County is a beautiful place in Pennsylvania. A group of people called the Amish live there. They have lived in this area for a very long time. Their history started when they moved to America to find peace.

The Amish choose to live a simple lifestyle. They do not use electricity in their homes. They do not drive fast cars or use computers. Instead, they ride in buggies pulled by strong horses.

Amish families love to work hard on their farms. They grow crops and care for farm animals. Neighbors always like to help each other build big barns. This tradition of helping friends is very important to them.

Amish people wear plain and simple clothes. They like to make healthy food and sturdy wooden crafts. Many visitors come to Lancaster to learn about their quiet life. This community keeps its traditions strong today.

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Glossary
electricity:
A form of energy that powers lights, appliances, and machines.
buggies:
Light, horse-drawn carriages used for transportation.
crops:
Plants grown by farmers for food or other useful products.
tradition:
A custom, belief, or way of doing things passed down over time.
sturdy:
Strong, solid, and built well so it does not break easily.
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About this informational passage for Lower Elementary

β€œThe Amish of Lancaster County” is a informational reading passage about Amish Culture and History, written for Lower Elementary. It takes about 1 minutes to read (145 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.

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It’s written for Lower Elementary β€” a informational text about Amish Culture and History, about a 1-minute read (145 words).

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