Objective

By the end of this lesson, Rebecca will learn about the history of the Olympic Games and the different sports involved.

Materials and Prep

• Computer or tablet with internet access
• Pen and paper
• Excitement to learn about the Olympics!

Activities

• Olympic History Research: Use the internet to research the history of the Olympic Games. Take notes on important events and facts.
• Design Your Own Olympic Sport: Get creative and design your own Olympic sport. Draw the rules, equipment needed, and how points are scored.
• Mini Olympics at Home: Choose a few sports from the Olympics and create mini versions of them at home. Have fun competing with family members.

Talking Points

• What are the Olympic Games?
  "The Olympic Games are a global sports event where athletes from different countries compete against each other in various sports."
• Why are the Olympics important?
  "The Olympics promote unity, friendship, and sportsmanship among nations. It's a celebration of athleticism and culture."
• How often are the Olympics held?
  "The Summer and Winter Olympics are held every four years, alternating between the two."
• What is the Olympic motto?
  "The Olympic motto is 'Citius, Altius, Fortius,' which means 'Faster, Higher, Stronger' in Latin."