 Flame of Peace Opening Ceremony  Archery  Biathalon   Ice Fishing    Frosty Toss   Cross Country Skiing  Cross Country Skiing  Curling | Opening Ceremony Two students, a girl & boy are chosen by their PE Teacher to carry in Olympic Torches to the Olympic Theme Music. They hold up their battery operated torches to light the Flame of Peace which remains burning until the progam concludes. The Winter Games began in 1924 in Chamonix, France Athletes from around the world celebrated the re-birth of the Modern Games in Athens in 1896. The Ancient Summer Olympics began recording results in 776 B.C. They were originated by Greece The Games were held every 4 years until they were canceled by the Romans in A.D. 394. The Greeks would stop all wars between their states during the Games. It was called the Truce of Zeus. 1960 Biathlon became an event. It involves cross country skiing and shooting with a rifle. In early times the Scandinavians used archery. We use foam arrows and targets that fall down when hit. Ice Fishing is popular! But not an official event. And it is frowned upon to stand in the water! Always check with your parents to see if the ice is thick enough to stand on! Each center requires 3 steps. 1. There is a starting place. 2. Complete the skill correctly. 3. Each child puts their toys away when they finish their turn. Step 3 is difficult for many children. Please catch your own fish, then return them to the water. Frosty Toss Frosty has 2 pails as targets Toss yarn balls in to score. Eye Hand Coordination 1. Sharing 2. Waiting for your turn 3. Completing a skill. 4. Gathering & returning equipment appropriately. Cross Country Skiing on safe foam skis. Each skier has their own technique and style. Curling Use a shuffleboard stick to slide the ceramic disks onto the bulls eye (Home). |
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