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C3 Teachers

C3 Teachers: Inquiries: Olympics

For Teachers 6th
A comprehensive learning module on the significance of the Olympics that includes three supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include the...
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Week of July 25th 2016: 10 Arrested, Accused of Making Attack on Olympics

For Students 9th - 10th
Police in Brazil have arrested 10 people for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack against the upcoming Olympics in Rio, according to Brazil's justice minister.Authorities say the group, based in multiple states across Brazil, had "moved...
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National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Women in the Olympics

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the history of women in the Olympics with this interactive timeline.
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University of Wisconsin

The Why Files: Olympics: Science of the Sporting Life

For Students 9th - 10th
When the Winter Olympics begin we can study the science of sports: biomechanics, figure skating, high jumping, mental preparation, alcohol and athletes, sports doctors, staleness, and training in the ancient Olympics.
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Special Olympics

Special Olympics: Football

For Students 9th - 10th
Find information and a coaching guide on soccer at the Special Olympics.
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Special Olympics

Special Olympics: What We Do

For Students 9th - 10th
The official page for the Special Olympics provides information on their mission, ways to become involved, who they are, and what they do.
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US Olympic Committee

United States Olympic Committee: Usa Diving

For Students 9th - 10th
National Olympic governing body for the sport of diving in the United States. Features events, results, and resources for diving.
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Special Olympics

Special Olympics: Badminton

For Students 9th - 10th
The Special Olympics provides information on Badminton and a coaching guide.
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Paul Munsey & Cory Suppes

2004 Athens Olympic Stadium

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover all the information you want to know about the 2004 Athens Olympic Stadium, home of the 2004 Summer Olympics. Includes interesting facts and details about the facility, history of the venue, and Olympic news.
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Paul Munsey & Cory Suppes

2000 Sydney Olympic Stadium

For Students 9th - 10th
Find all the information you want to know about the 2000 Sydney Olympic Stadium, home of the 2000 Summer Olympics. Includes interesting facts and details about the facility, history of the venue, and Olympic news.
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The History Place

The History Place: The Triumph of Hitler: The Berlin Olympics

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Olympics that took place in Berlin in 1936, the angry debates and protests over Hitler's anti-Semitic policies, and how Hitler used the Olympics as a way to display the power of the Nazi regime on the world stage.
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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.
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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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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Olympics 2004 Treasure Hunt

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This instructional activity is centered around an Olympics 2004 Treasure Hunt designed to give learners an opportunity to learn about the history of the Olympic games and to generate interest in the modern Olympic games. Students are...
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University of Utah

University of Utah: Continuum Magazine: The Nazi Olympics, Berlin 1936

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Special Olympics

Special Olympics: Basketball

For Students 9th - 10th
The Special Olympics provides information on Basketball and a coaching guide.
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BBC

Bbc Newsround: Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

For Students Pre-K - 1st
View a slideshow of spectacular images from the opening ceremony of the 2014 Winter Olympic games in Sochi.
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Virtual Museum of Canada

Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: The History of Olympic Bids

For Students 9th - 10th
Whistler,B.C. ..host to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games! This exhibit follows the history of Whistler and recognizes how previous unsuccessful Olympic bids worked to create this present day world tourist locale.
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Special Olympics

Special Olympics: Floor Hockey

For Students 9th - 10th
Page from the Special Olympics site provides information and coaching resources on Floor Hockey.
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US Olympic Committee

United States Olympic Committee: Usa Volleyball

For Students 9th - 10th
The national office of this association is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. USA Volleyball is the national governing body for the sport of volleyball. It also lists national teams, educational sources officiating and merchandise.
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Archaeological Institute of America

The Ancient Olympics: Winning at Olympia

For Students 9th - 10th
New studies challenge traditional notions about Greek Athletes and why they competed.
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BBC

Bbc: Greek

For Students 5th - 8th
Learn about the lasting impact Ancient Greece had in our world. Gather information about the Olympics, the first Democracy, and other notable cultural developments in this easy to use website.
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Other

Usa Swimming: History: Swimming From the Beginning

For Students 9th - 10th
This document provides a history of swimming. Content discussed includes the origins of the crawl, dog stroke, backstroke, and breaststroke, how the American Indians influenced the art of swimming, the first swimming competitions, the...
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Tufts University

Perseus: The Greek City States and Religious Festivals

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the difference between modern and ancient Greek Olympic games, and goes into depth about the religious festivals that took place. Additional links to related material.

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