International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee: Curling
Learn about the team members who participate in curling, the curling lane, the stone, the ways in which points are scored, and how the game is won. This colorful presentation is good introduction to the sport referred to as "chess on ice."
Tufts University
Perseus Digital Library: Ancient Olympic Events: Boxing
A description, with primary source illustrations, of how boxing was done in the ancient Greek Olympics.
Paul Munsey & Cory Suppes
2012 London Olympic Stadium
Get a first-hand look at the new London Olympic Stadium being planned for the 2012 Summer Olympics. Includes facts, an image, and a timeline for construction.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Greek Games
History for Kids presents information on the history of children's games in ancient Greece. Site contains examples, activities, worksheets and quizzes.
New York Times
New York Times: On This Day: Jesse Owens Dies of Cancer at 66
This obituary of Jesse Owens, hero of the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin, was featured in the New York Times on April 1, 1980.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Greek Olympics for Kids
Kids learn about the Olympic games of Ancient Greece. The history of this world civilization on this site.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Winged Sandals: Olympics
A short essay that describes what the ancient Olympic games were like.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Victors at the Olympic Games
From a very remote period, the Greeks had been accustomed to engage in contests of strength and agility during their times of festivity, and also at the funerals of distinguised persons. Iphitus conceived the idea of establishing a...
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: The Olympics
The New York Times Learning Network has developed interactive & printable crossword puzzles. The theme of this one is The Olympics.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: 1988 Winter Olympics
Presents the 1988 Olympic Winter Games that were held in Calgary. Discusses the games, why Calgary was chosen and what occurred at the games.
University of Utah
University of Utah: Continuum Magazine: The Nazi Olympics, Berlin 1936
The fascinating story of the Olympics held in Germany in 1936. Discusses the rise of Hitler, the potential boycott from the U.S., Jesse Owens, and the games themselves.
US Olympic Committee
United States Olympic Committee: Usa Field Hockey Association
Find association programs and membership details, national team rosters and a basic description of the game.
Seymour Brody
Jewish Heroes in America: Mark Spitz
This site contains a biographical summary of this great Olympic swimming star who won seven gold medals in the 1972 Olympic Games.
Danuta Bois
Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Florence Griffith Joyner
This entry profiles the late Florence Griffith Joyner (1959-1998), affectionately known simply as FloJo, the track athlete who won gold and silver medals at the 1988 Summer Olympic Games.
British Council
British Council: Learn English Kids: The First Marathon
Read along and listen to an animated story about the first marathon ran in ancient Greece and the first marathon run in the Olympic Games.
Other
Calgary Speed Skating Association
At this site from the Calgary Speed Skating Association you can find out about membership, equipment, coaching, and other speedskating information.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Pair Skating
Do you know the elements in the pair skating competition? Do you know which elements are illegal in the Olympic games? Read this article and find out.
Mex Connect
Mex Connect: Upsurge and Massacre in Mexico, 1968
This three-part investigation into the 1968 student massacre in Mexico city prior to the Olympic Games gives insight into their protest movement, the events of the Sad Night, and the lasting effects of the violence 30 years after the...
A&E Television
History.com: 2021 Events
2021 is nearly history. Take a look back at a year that saw political turmoil, the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, an unusual Olympic Games, devastating natural disasters, advances in space exploration and more.
Other
Pocantico Hills School: Winter Olympics for Kids
Originally created in 2001 by a fourth-grade class, "Winter Olympics for Kids" is updated every time the Winter Olympics comes around. View a very simple slideshow on the origins of the Winter Games, read about the events that takes...
Curated OER
Australian Boat Sailing, Soling Class, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, 24 Sep 2000
A broad selection of images featuring Australians and the Olympics can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
Curated OER
2000 Sydney Olympic Games Torch With Sydney Harbour Bridge, 23 March 1999
A broad selection of images featuring Australians and the Olympics can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
Curated OER
Badminton, Men's Doubles Semi Final, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, 20 Sept 2000
A broad selection of images featuring Australians and the Olympics can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
Curated OER
Tufts University: Ancient Olympic Events
This site, which is provided for by Tufts University, gives a brief summary of the ancient Olympic games and who was allowed to participate.
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