Sports
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World
Cup: Cultural Exchange
The World Cup is an excellent example of global cultural
exchange.
Sports
as Social Studies
Sports are an
important part of just about every society, every country,
every part of our planet. In one way or another, everyone is
involved in sports or some sort, whether they're playing or
watching or just know someone who does either. This article
examines sports as social studies and has some fun along the
way.
How
Sports Teaches
Geography
Did you know that
being a sports fan can help you learn geography? Get out
your maps and follow along as this fun article shows you
how.
The Record-Setting Day of the "Flying Finn"
One of the most
extraordinary sporting feats of all time came during this
week in 1925. Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi broke two world
records in the space of an hour.
History
of Sports
One of THE best history resources ANYWHERE. Check out Today
in History. Read about pop culture around the world. All
aspects of history are covered in this amazing site!
Olympics
War isn't always the answer, as this incredibly detailed
website illustrates. Stories from all around the world show
people working for change through nonviolence. Famous
examples include Mohandas Gandhi and Martin Luther King,
Jr.
Sports
Illustrated for Kids
Online site for one of the best-ever sports magazines. Site
has games, contests, e-cards, and MUCH more. Check it
out!
Sports
Glossaries
Terms explained for the following sports: ice hockey,
football, basketball, and soccer.
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