Summer Olympics

"The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but
to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the
triumph, but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered,
but to have fought well."
Olympic Creed
Did you know that only three countries have competed in every summer
Olympics? Scroll to the bottom of the page to find out which ones ...
Beijing and China for Kids

The Olympic Games 2008 will be held in Beijing, China. Find out all about China
and try some of our many China-themed crafts, printables, games and other
activities...
China for Kids NEW!
Olympic Crafts

We have a growing collection of Olympic crafts for you to enjoy with
your children - including an Olympic torch, a quick and easy Olympic
medal, an Olive Leaf Crown for victory, and our latest - some really
cute Olympic mascots for your country or team colors and some gorgeous
wearable flags so that you can support your country in style!
Olympic Crafts for Kids
Lots NEW!

Olympic Recipes!
NEW!
Encourage kids to get involved with the Olympic Games by
serving up an Olympic treat or two!
Olympic Printables

Do you need medals for your own Olympic Games? Writing paper for school
projects and notebooks? Have a look at our all new collection of Olympic
printables!
Olympic Printables
NEW!
Hold Your Own Olympic Games

What better way of getting the kids interested in the Olympic Games than
holding your own! We have a page full of inspiration for you, including
invitations and medals you can print, flags you can color, games you can
play, and even ideas for the food you can serve!
Hold Your Own Olympic Games
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Olympic Coloring Pages

We hope your kids will enjoy our new collection of Olympic coloring
pages. You'll find all sorts of events to print off - everything from
table tennis to track! We have also just added a very cute collection of
coloring pages of the Beijing Olympic mascots.
Olympics Coloring Pages NEW!
Olympic Puzzles

Ancient Olympics word search
More coming soon!
Olympic Games Worksheets

Use the Summer Olympics as an excuse to practise some skills with the children,
and have a go at our original (and fun) Olympic Games worksheets.
Olympic Games Worksheets
Lots NEW!
Related Ideas

The Olympics can be a great time to study the world! We have a collection of
flag coloring pages and
flag printables to get you started, as well as
a growing collection of outline maps to use in
your projects.

Patriotic crafts and
printables NEW!
Whatever your country, you will ideas and inspiration for some
patriotic-inspired crafts and activities here!
More about the Olympic Games

Learn all about the Beijing Olympic Mascots and what they stand for - very
interesting!
NEW!
http://en.beijing2008.cn/spirit/beijing2008/graphic/n214068254.shtml
Olympic coloring book
NEW!
http://www.abcteach.com/free/o/olympiccoloringbook.pdf
Have fun with this online dress-up game for the Beijing Olympics!
NEW!
http://www.1000dressupgames.com/game/2885/Beijing-Olympics.html
"Swifter, Higher, Stronger"
Official Olympic Motto
The three countries which have competed in every summer Olympic Games are
Australia, Greece and Great Britain.
See also China for Kids
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