University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Opening Patterns
As excitement mounts ahead of the start of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, take a look back at the opening ceremony for the 2008 Games in Beijing. What shapes and patterns can you see? This activity is aimed at young...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: National Flags
During the Olympic and Paralympic Games many national flags will be on display. This activity explores 2D shapes, angles and symmetries in the context of flag designs, and is designed to be accessible to primary pupils at Key Stage 2.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Little Little G
Could the altitude of the city hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games have an effect on performance in the long jump? This challenging activity encourages mathematical reflection, investigation and discussion as students explore how...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Olympic Rings
This is an image of the Olympic Rings, the symbol of the winter and summer Olympic Games.
The Washington Post
Washington Post: 70 Years, Many Magical Moments
A timeline of each Winter Olympics from 1924 to 1994. Each year is its own link which contains a brief outline and highlights of the games.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Curling
This article on curling provides a history of the sport, as well as "basics of the game," information on the playing surface, players and equipment. Includes a "graphical depiction of a curling sheet," photographs of equipment and a lot...
Other
Gymmedia Online/gymnastics
Bilingual site that is available in either English or German. Up-to-date news about events in the world of gymnastics. News on preparations for the upcoming Olympic games, and information on different types of gymnastics.
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Olympic Figure Skating: A Sport on Thin Ice
This 2002 article overviews the "figure-skating fiasco at the Winter Games," namely the controvery surrounding the judging of the pairs figure skating event.
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New York Times: Turin 2006
Newspaper gives reviews of the games and provides slide shows of high points and the final day at the games.
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Freestyle Aerialist
Read about this relatively new Olympic sport, which made its debut at the 1988 Calgary Games. This brief article overviews the the event, which consists of aerials and moguls, as well as how it is judged.