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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Many "I's" In "Team"

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils examine the negative behavior of an Olympic athlete. They look at how his choices affected the team as well as his position on the team. They consider the many reasons why unity is important among the members of an organization...
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Lesson Plan
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Lifestyles of an Olympic Hopeful

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars compare and contrast their lives with one other teenager in the United States (or another country!) who has aspirations of becoming an Olympic athlete. They address quality of life issues.
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Website
American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Tenley Albright, m.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of Tenley Emma Albright, winner of a gold medal for figure skating at the 1956 Winter Olympics. She went on to become a surgeon after retiring from competition. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Activity
Other

Major Taylor Assoc.: Edwin Moses Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
This site presents a detailed biography of the life and career of track star Edwin Moses, including information about his Olympic triumps and career highlights.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Infoplease: Notable Summer Olympians Kerri Strug

For Students 9th - 10th
American gymnast, Kerri Strug