Winter Olympics: Journey to 2026
Discovering the Magic of Winter Sports From Ancient Games to Modern Champions Grade 4 Social Studies
What Are the Winter Olympics?
International winter sports competition Held every four years Athletes from around the world compete Different from Summer Olympics
Spot the Winter Sport!
Look at the sport images Can you name each winter sport? Which ones have you seen before? Which would you like to try?
Popular Winter Olympic Sports
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Amazing Olympic Athletes
Athletes train for many years They represent their countries Some win multiple medals They inspire people worldwide
Where in the World?
Winter Olympics need cold weather and snow Which countries do you think host them? What makes a good Winter Olympics location?
Milano Cortina 2026: The Next Winter Olympics
Taking place in Italy Two host cities: Milano and Cortina February 6-22, 2026 New sports and events added
Olympic Spirit
"The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part" - Pierre de Coubertin, Olympic Founder
Your Olympic Journey
Try winter sports in your community Watch the 2026 Olympics together Learn about different countries Maybe you'll be an Olympian someday!
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