The Olympics are here — and our middle schoolers are ALL IN. 🥇
In this episode, we’re sharing two free, student-friendly websites that make it easy to connect the Olympic Games (and Paralympics!) to every content area.
From researching athletes and debating who deserves the gold… to mapping host countries and learning world geography… these tools help students make real-world connections in meaningful ways.
Even students who don’t normally follow sports are hooked!
https://www.teamusa.com
A fantastic resource for:
Students can:
This site makes research easy and engaging, with current and historical Olympic information all in one place.
https://www.kids-world-travel-guide.com
A kid-friendly global resource featuring:
Students can:
It’s easy to navigate, visually appealing, and designed specifically for student use.
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs is an immersive experience worth exploring — and their website offers additional background resources.
When learning is tied to real-world events happening right now, engagement skyrockets. Students are asking questions like:
And those questions lead to research, writing, math, mapping, debate, and deeper understanding.
The Olympics may last a few weeks — but the learning connections can last all year.
If you have questions or want to share how you’re using these tools, connect with Shanna on Bluesky, Threads, Facebook, or Instagram @smartinwi.
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