Question: Olympics

This week we've begun our new Inquiry topic. I've named it "The Olympics and Me" because although we'll be looking at the olympics, we'll also be looking inwards as well. We'll be looking at what it means to be from Karori, from Wellington and New Zealand. Towards the end, we'll be comparing some of the traditions, symbols and other important aspects of our culture to another country.

First though...we know a bit about the Olympic games. But there are some other "games" that are countries take part in. Do you know what they are? Who are they for? Why are they important?

EDIT:

Well done Miles! Miles told us that there is a Paralympics, Special Olympics, Winter Olympics, Student Games, Masters Games.

There is one more "games" that Mr Mcintosh knows about...can you find it?

We also watched a video called "Yes I can - Superhumans". We only managed a quick discussion on it today - but it would be great if you could continue this at home. What amazing feats are these athletes completing? Why is it important to have a paralympics too?