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Long ago, people lived in caves for shelter.

Caves kept them safe from rain, wind, and cold. Some of the oldest homes were natural caves in the rocks.

The tallest building in the world is over 800 metres tall.

It is called the Burj Khalifa, in Dubai. It has more than 160 floors stacked up high!

Some houses are built on tall stilts above the ground.

This keeps them safe from floods and animals. In Vietnam, stilt houses are common in the countryside.

Homes around the world are built from many materials.

Some are made of wood, some of brick, and some of mud or stone. People use whatever is strong and nearby.

Windows let sunlight in while keeping the weather out.

The clear glass lets you see outside. It also lets in light so rooms are bright in the daytime.

Walls hold up the roof and keep a home safe and cosy.

Strong walls block the wind and keep warmth inside. They also make the rooms where you live and play.

Homes have roofs to keep out rain, sun, and cold.

A sloped roof lets rain slide off to the ground. That keeps everyone inside warm and dry.