Winter Olympics History: A Non-Fiction Overview of the Winter Games

Get ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics with this fun and informative episode that explores the fascinating history of the Olympic Games! In this episode, we travel all the way back to Ancient Greece to learn how the Olympics began, then fast-forward to the creation of the Winter Olympics and how cold-weather sports earned their own global stage.Listeners will discover how early winter competitions like the Nordic Games influenced Olympic history, why winter sports were once part of the Summer Olympics, and how events like figure skating and hockey helped shape the modern Games we know today. We’ll also talk about why the Olympics are split into Summer and Winter Games, how often they occur, and what makes the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina, Italy so exciting.Perfect for elementary classrooms, families, and curious kids, this episode blends history, sports, and fun facts into an easy-to-understand listening experience. Whether you’re learning about the Olympics for school or just love sports, this episode will help you understand how the world’s biggest athletic competition came to be—and where it’s headed next!This pack can be used with the TPT resource.Check out the pack here.These packs are the perfect way to have your students learn about history, while reading, writing, and thinking deeply about primary sources.All rights are reserved. This content cannot be used for ANY commercial purpose, including in free or paid resources or products. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.  Support the show