Go Team! Special Olympics Rocks!
Learning about inclusion and friendship Celebrating amazing athletes Getting ready for our Special Olympics adventure!
I Can Learn About Special Olympics!
I can tell you what Special Olympics is I can name sports that athletes play I can show respect for all athletes I can cheer and support my friends
What is Special Olympics?
Special Olympics is sports for people with intellectual disabilities Athletes train hard and compete in many sports It started in 1968 - that's 55 years ago! It happens all around the world
Our Special Olympics Motto
Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.
Amazing Special Olympics Sports!
Swimming - splashing to victory! Track and Field - running like the wind! Basketball - shooting hoops! Bowling - rolling strikes! Soccer - kicking goals!
Let's Move Like Athletes!
Stand up and try these moves: Swimming strokes in the air Running in place Shooting a basketball Rolling a bowling ball
Meet Eunice Kennedy Shriver
She started Special Olympics in 1968 She wanted everyone to play sports She believed all people are special She helped make the world more fair
Special Olympics Through the Years
How to Be a Great Supporter!
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Get Ready for Friday!
We will watch amazing athletes compete We will cheer and support everyone We will see different sports We will make new friends We will have SO much fun!
Question Time! What Do You Remember?
What does Special Olympics help people do? Who started Special Olympics? What year did it start? Name one sport in Special Olympics
More Questions! Show What You Know!
How can we be good supporters? What is the Special Olympics motto? Why is Special Olympics important? What are you most excited about on Friday?