It’s Time for the Olympics!
This month’s issue is devoted to a look at the Summer Olympics from the ancient Greek games to the modern era with articles examining the history of the symbols associated with the Olympics, highlights from different cities, and profiles of famous U.S., athletes. You’ll also find activities that introduce kids to the range of sports that are covered in the Summer Olympics as well as an interview with wrestler Logan Stieber that explores the training athletes go through before they even get to the Olympics.
Articles include:
Ancient Games by Nancy Barton
The Modern Era by Jackson Kuhl and Andrew Matthews
The Ancient Art of Athletics by Will Bremen
Special Olympics by Andrew Matthews
Olympic Moments by Marcia Amidon Lusted
Name the Games by Will Bremen
A Who’s Who of U.S. Athletes by Marcia Amidon Lusted
In Training: Logan Stieber by Kathiann M. Kowalski
Extraordinary Athletes Get Into the Game by Kathiann M. Kowalski
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