Where are the Olympics this year?
Are the summer Olympics taking place this summer, 2024?
Yes!
There are many different summer events for the Olympics. Name one of the events that take place in the summer Olympics.
Gymnastics
Where did the Olympic begin?
Greece
Who are the Special Olympics for?
The Special Olympics are for athletes with a disability.
What do athletes need to do to become an Olympian athlete?
Practice
Can you name the country that the Olympics are taking place?
France
Name another event in the Summer Olympics
Track and Field
What year did the Olympics start?
776 B.C.
Who started the Special Olympics?
Eunice Shriver
Name a positve quality you need to have to be a good athlete on a team.
Be a good team-mate.
Do you need to take a plane to get to France?
Yes
Name another event in the Summer Olympics
Rowing
The Olympics are held every _______ years.
4
Do we have the Special Olympics here at the Paulding County School District?
Yes!
What do you need to do to become a great athlete?
Practice, Practice, Practice!
What do the athletes carry to the opening games that begin the start of the Olympics on opening night.
A torch
Name another event in the Summer Olympics.
Swimming and diving competion.
When the Olympics first begin, what would the winner of the event where on his head?
He wore a wreath of olive branches on his head.
What sports do we participate in for the Winter Olympics?
Bowling
If you are an athlete and you practice your sport every day, what other things do you need to do to be in your best shape?
Eat Healthy
Get Plenty of Rest
Drink lots of water
Name one more event for the Summer Olympics
Volleyball
Where was the 1996 Olympics take place?
Hint: It's the Capitol of Georgia
Atlanta
What sports do we participate in for the Spring Olympics?
Track and Field
Ball throw