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New York Times

New York Times: 2008 Beijing Olympics (Newsmakers, Moments, Ceremonies, Beijing)

For Students 9th - 10th
The New York Times tells the story of the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing in pictures. Find images of newsmakers, such as Michael Phelps, the ceremonies, and the city of Beijing.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: 2008 Summer Olympics

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides an amazingly detailed set of information on the 2008 Summer Olympics covering every topic imaginable from the selection process to when each event will be held. Almost 100 references are provided at the bottom of the...
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International Olympic Committee

International Olympic Committee: Beijing 2008

For Students 9th - 10th
The International Olympic Committee has provided a great deal of information here on the Beijing summer Olympics. Information on the events, participating countries and more can be found within this site.
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Other

Arup: National Aquatics Center (Water Cube)

For Students 9th - 10th
A description and facts about the award winning Water Cube, the aquatics center built for the Beijing Summer Olympics in 2008. It also includes a six-photo gallery of the center.
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The Guardian

Guardian: Olympic Protests Held Around the World

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondents Jenny Percival and Elizabeth Stewart discuss the numerous Anti-China protests occurring around the world in addition to China's reaction to these protests prior to the opening ceremony of the 2008 Summer Olympics....
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Scientific American

Scientific American: China, the Olympics, and the Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of articles focusing on the environmental issues that existed in China before the 2008 Summer Olympics. Articles target in on air pollution, construction, and cultural issues.
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A&E Television

History.com: 10 Historic Moments of Olympic Hype and Heartbreak

For Students 9th - 10th
Although they were favored to win gold at the Olympics, some Americans failed to even medal. In an especially cruel twist, two sprinters didn't even make it to the quarterfinals at the 1972 Games in Munich.
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Paul Munsey & Cory Suppes

2008 Chinese Olympic Stadium

For Students 9th - 10th
Features many fascinating facts and images of the National Stadium (The Bird's Nest) in Beijing, home of the 2008 Olympic Games.