olympics

A history of the modern Olympic Games since 1896, tracing the development of the Games significance in world politics, culture, and economic life.

Presents a collection of riddles, jokes, and knock-knocks about Olympic athletes, coaches, and events.

Introduces the principles and history of the Olympic games and describes some of the major events that highlight each meet.

While visiting the Origins of Western Cultures exhibit at the Smithsonian's Museum of Natural History, Tomas finds himself back in time, competing in the Olympic Games in ancient Greece.

Presents facts and statistics about past Olympics using text, flaps, wheels, and pull tabs.

Describes the origins, equipment, techniques, and events of Olympic bobsledding and tobogganing with emphasis on the achievements of several Olympic champions.

Captures the spirit of the Olympic games and relates the origins and history of the sports competition that began with a small contest in 776 B.C. in Greece, and after being revived in 1896 grew into a major international event that continues to attract an audience of millions.

Presents a history of the summer Olympic Games, including brief sketches of 16 outstanding competitors, a tally of medals won by each country, and track and field records from 1896 through 1976.