The Olympic Games are coming up! This summer, a very special
global community will come together in London and make athletic
history. And now, you have an opportunity to introduce your
students to that community. The Olympic Games are full of
teachable moments. They’ve got it all: diverse cultures and
traditions, opportunities to break down stereotypes, exciting
competitions, connections to just about every curricular area,
and a basis in real-life events. So are you looking for a way to
spice up your springtime? Try some of these fun Olympic ideas.
Have your students measure out areas needed for track and field
events. Then have them try out the sports and time each other in
the races with a stopwatch. For more advanced students, this
activity is a great opportunity to learn about the metric
system. Have them measure the distances of track events in
meters and yards to get an idea of the units of measurement,
then explain how and where each form of measurement is commonly
used. Another idea is to teach your