Students explore history of the Olympics. They research and then create an 'Olympics Hall of Fame' for the classroom.

Students plot both Summer and Winter Olympic sites since 1896 and analyze the pattern of dots created. They evaluate the possibility of Indianapolis holding the Summer Olympic games in the future.

Students complete 6 units to learn about Ancient Greece and the Olympic games through physical education activities as well as math activities. In this Ancient Greece lesson, students complete multiple activities in 6 lessons including...

Students select an athlete from the Canadian Olympians website. They select pictures and list the qualities demonstrated by their chosen athlete which are required for the sport. They create posters showing their chosen athlete in action.

Pupils are introduced to the Olympic rings and their historic significance as an international symbol. Working in small groups, they research the history behind the Olympic symbol using traditional research methods. Using the intended...

Students, using the Internet, research the Olympic Games in Torino, Italy. They keep a journal of highlights and think about what they have learned about the sport of their choice.

In this Hour of the Olympics crossword puzzle, students complete a 12 clue puzzle using words about the ancient Olympics.

In this word association worksheet, students assess and utilize skills on how to unscramble twelve words that are associated with the Olympics.

Pupils compare their hometowns to the towns on the Olympic Torch Relay and complete multi-curricular activities for the lesson. For this Olympics lesson, students complete math, geography, science, and history activities to learn about...

Students evaluate how the Olympic motto relates to the spirit of the Olympic games and to the purpose of the Olympics as an international sporting event.

students explore the debate behind Beijing's bid to host the 2008 Olympics from the perspectives of different groups involved. They then 'cast votes' as members of the International Olympic Committee as to which city should be chosen.

Third graders read fiction and nonfiction works for comprehension. Using the internet, 3rd graders participate in a WebQuest. They compare and contrast the Olympics in ancient Greece to the modern day Olympics. Afterwards, students...

In this reading for information worksheet, students read a one page text about the Olympic Jamaican bobsledding team. Students answer 6 multiple choice questions.

Students analyze how the New York Times uses small feature stories to cover aspects of a major international event, such as the Olympics, before it actually occurs. They brainstorm their own ideas for short feature stories on the Olympics

Young scholars explore New York City's bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games. They estimate budget allocations for such a proposal while practicing the calculation of percentages.

Whose responsibility is it to protect equal rights? Class members engage in a series of activities that create awareness of the prejudice and intolerance persons with disabilities face. They then create a message addressed to their...

Students compete to achieve excellence in math facts, writing terms, problem solving, and writing skills on the computer. In this Computer Olympics lesson plan, students practice the skill of drill and practice in order to succeed and...

Eighth graders participate in the mini-metric Olympics. In this measurement lesson, 8th graders solve real-world problems that require them to calculate length, area, and volume in metric units.

Third graders participate in an Internet scavenger hunt as they search for the answers to questions about the 2004 Summer Olympics. They complete scavenger hunt in the classroom looking for items/information in the classroom.

For every strong and determined female Olympian, there are millions of young girls watching and becoming inspired. Middle and high schoolers learn more about record-breaking and history-making Olympian women with a presentation from the...

In this inventions worksheet, students read a one page text about the new type of swimsuit used in the 2008 Beijing Olympics called the Speedo LZR Racer. Students answer 10 true or false questions about the passage.

Students participate in an afternoon of games and festivities intended to mirror the actual summer games. They create flags from various countries, and participate in field day like games. They have an opening ceremony, flag parage,...

Going through puberty isn't easy, or for the faint of heart. Prepare middle schoolers for the challenges of the changes with activities that ask them to assume the role of a reporter for the Human Body Olympics. Writers craft a news...

Students participate in a variety of Olympic themed activities in order to measure their results. In this measurement activity, students participate in cotton ball shot put, paper plate discuss throw, and other events to have fun while...