Term 3 Week 1

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to Term 3, Week 1

Nau mai, hoki mai e te whānau!

"Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini." 
"My strength is not that of an individual, but that of a collective."

Welcome to a new term, everyone! This week, we are diving into the fascinating world of the Olympic Games, from their ancient beginnings to their modern-day significance especially focusing on the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics.

Learning Intentions:

• Discover the historical roots of the Olympic Games.
• Understand the symbolism and key elements of the Olympics.
• Compare and contrast the ancient and modern Olympic Games.
• Explore the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and the significance of the torch lighting ceremony.

• Describe the origin and evolution of the Olympics.
• Identify and explain the symbols associated with the Olympic Games.
• Discuss the differences between the ancient and modern Olympic Games.
• Explain the importance of the torch lighting ceremony, especially for the Paris 2024 Olympics.