This week our class will being a new HSIE unit by looking at the ancient Olympic Games.
Before we look back at history, it's important to remember why the Olympic Games are so exciting and special!
BBC Primary History has a great interactive webpage about the history of the ancient Olympic Games.
The official website of the Olympic movement also has an explanation with a cartoon history of the ancient Olympic Games!
This Year 3 class in England produced a fun class video of the history of the Olympic Games:
A presentation has also been produced about the history of the torch relay:
Some activity ideas and printables are available here. Some high-quality printables for students and classroom are here.
An excellent free pack of printables more appropriate for Stage 1 / Early Childhood.
An amazing printable workbook is here (8 pages long).
Directions for making an Olympic torch, medal or olive leaf crown are here and here.
Activities specific to the London Olympic Games can be found here.
