This summer the world will watch the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France. For the month of June, we have features on the Olympic Torch, Paris, and some of the new sports at this summer’s Olympics.
In the News
Grades 2-3 learn about the tradition of the Olympic Torch. A Spanish translation can be found here.
Grades 4-5 investigate the journey this year’s Olympic Torch will take. A Spanish translation can be found here.
In the Know
Where on Earth Is Paris?
Grades K-1 will learn about the city of Paris, France. A Spanish translation can be found here.
Grades 2-3 will examine the historic monuments of Paris and the role they play in this summer’s Olympics. A Spanish translation can be found here.
Grades 4-5 will investigate how the Cathedral at Notre-Dame is being restored in time for the Olympics. A Spanish translation can be found here.
New Sports at the Olympics
Grades K-1 will explore some of the new sports at this summer’s Olympics. A Spanish translation can be found here.
Grades 2-3 look at some popular sports that are new to the Olympics. A Spanish translation can be found here.
Grades 4-5 investigate Olympic surfing and why it is being held in Tahiti. A Spanish translation can be found here.
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