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The Olympics for Kids: History and Facts About the Olympic Games
In this social studies lesson for kids, students learn about the Olympic Games, one of the largest and most famous sporting events in the world. This video introduces elementary students to the history of the Olympics, including their origins in ancient Greece and the development of the modern Olympic Games. Kids learn a lot of different facts about the Olympics . The lesson explains these facts in a clear, kid-friendly way that makes world events and global traditions easier to understand. Th
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- At the end there's a 4-question test. Score 60% or more to complete the lesson, and 80% or more to master it. You can always watch again and try for a higher score.
