Whenever the Olympics roll around, millions of children watch on television. Television is often full of political turmoil and the negativity of “if it bleeds, it leads” mentality. The Olympics provide a diversion and antidote to the constant barrage of trouble portrayed in the media.
In interviews following their medal winning ceremonies, many athletes talk about being inspired by the Olympic athletes they watched as a child. A photo shared all over social media shows a 9 year old Katie Ledecky, who has won multiple gold medals in swimming, getting an autograph from her hero, Michael Phelps. There are far worse mentors and inspirational figures that Olympic athletes.
Because of YouTube and other video streaming options, you don’t even have to wait for the the next Olympics to share these examples with your students. Videos of winter and summer Olympics and Olympians are available to you 24/7.
Here are some things children can learn from watching the Olympics:
Hard work leads to achievement.
Countries around the world can cooperate peacefully.
We all have strengths and challenges, learn to make the most of your strengths.
Loving what you do will take you far.
We hope you are inspired by the Olympics as well,
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