The opening ceremonies have taken place, and the torch is aflame! Revel in the excitement and magic of this year’s Olympics in Paris by perusing these books for even the youngest Games enthusiasts:
Hour of the Olympics by Mary Pope Osborne
Their magic tree house takes Jack and Annie back to retrieve a lost story in ancient Greece, where they witness the original Olympic games and are surprised to find what girls of the time were not allowed to do.
Olympics! by B.G. Hennessy
Provides a simple overview of the history, preparations, training, and actual events that are part of the Olympic Games.
Olympig! by Victoria Jamieson
Pursued by Mr. Hamstring, a reporter who is sure he will fail, Boomer becomes the first pig ever to compete in the Animal Olympics and demonstrates that attitude can be more important than winning.
Proud by Ibtihaj Muhammad
Shares the life story of the Olympic fencer, including how she overcame feeling out of place in her sport and how she became the first American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab.
Swifter, Higher, Stronger by Sue Macy
A photographic look at the history of the Olympic Games, from their origins in Ancient Greece, through their rebirth in nineteenth century France, to the present, highlighting the contributions of individuals to the Games’ success and popularity.
The Story of the Olympic Games
Brings to life the glorious history of the Games of the Olympiad beginning in 776 BC in ancient Greece through to its revival in 1896 and the 27 subsequent games.
What are the Summer Olympics? by Gail Herman
An overview of the Summer Olympics from Grecian times through 2012.