Free Webinars for K-6 Educators!
The approach of the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo provide an exciting opportunity to teach about respect for the world’s cultural and religious diversity. Curious how to get started?
Tanenbaum makes it easy for educators with a free six-part webinar series based on our creative, academically integrated K-6 World Olympics curriculum. Step-by-step strategies and turnkey resources let you implement a fun and engaging program that meets learning standards and promotes both physical and socio-emotional health. For assistance, contact us at education@tanenbaum.org.
Click here to purchase the complete World Olympics Curriculum for $24.95
Students representing Zimbabwe at World Olympics for All 2016 | Credit: Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 1: LEARNING ABOUT EACH OTHER
Develop a Foundation of Respect for Differences
Please click here to watch the recorded session.
Then click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
- World Olympics Lesson: Respecting Each Other
- World Olympics Lesson: My Traditions
- World Olympics Units and Activities Chart
- The Seven Principles of Inclusive Education
As you watch the recorded session, you will learn how to:
- Introduce the World Olympics curriculum to your students
- Establish a foundation of respect in your learning space that reflects the Olympic spirit
- Teach about the diversity of family relationships and structures
- Explore family holidays and traditions through music and poetry
- Help students gain comfort with cultural and religious differences
Students representing Trinidad & Tobago at Tanenbaum’s World Olympics for All 2016 | Credit: Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 2: LEARNING ABOUT THE WORLD
Teach about Olympic Principles of Unity and Diversity
Please click here to watch the recorded session.
Then click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
As you watch the recorded session, you will learn how to:
- Teach about the history and significance of the Olympic Games
- Introduce the Olympic Torch and Olympic Rings as symbols of unity and goodwill
- Guide students in researching a particular country and creating an interactive display about it
- Facilitate projects in which students work together to create patches, flags and mascots for their final Olympic Games.
World Olympics for All 2016 | Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 3: LEARNING ABOUT WELLNESS
Promote Students’ Physical, Mental, and Socio-Emotional Health
Please click here to watch the recorded session.
Then click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
As you watch the recorded session, you will learn how to:
- Teach about healthy eating and dietary requirements through a multicultural lens.
- Introduce students to methods of eating food from different parts of the world.
- Facilitate games and exercises that are common around the world.
Students playing soccer at World Olympics for All 2016 | Credit: Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 4: LEARNING ABOUT BEING AN ATHLETE
Raise Students’ Awareness of Prejudice and Stereotypes
April 14, 2016 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST | FREE
Please click here to watch the recorded session.
Then click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
Participants will learn how to:
- Teach students to recognize and evaluate assumptions based on physical appearance.
- Help students explore and debunk stereotypes about athletes.
- Facilitate the development of skills that prevent stereotyping.
Students singing together during opening ceremonies at World Olympics for All 2016 | Credit: Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 5: GOOD SPORTSPERSONSHIP AND TEAMWORK
Build Character and Community Through an Olympic Lens
May 5, 2016 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST | FREE
Please click here to watch the recorded session!
Then click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
Participants will will learn how to:
- Help students build inclusive teams in which all members are valued, respected and encouraged.
- Help students recognize that each individual contributes unique strengths and skills to their team.
- Help students explore the concept of good sportspersonship and develop the values and habits of good sportspersons.
Team sports in the tennis courts! World Olympics for All 2016 | Credit: Nicole Margaretten
WEBINAR 6: LET THE GAMES BEGIN!
Plan and Execute Your Very Own World Olympics
May 19, 2016 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST | FREE
Please click here to watch the recorded session!
Then please click here to complete a quick evaluation!
Resources for download:
- World Olympics Final Event Checklist
- World Olympics Corresponding with Families
- World Olympics Participant Certificate
- World Olympics Measurement and Timekeeping
- Ancestor Celebrations Extension
- Country Research Worksheet Older Students
- Country Research Worksheet Younger Students
Participants will:
- Receive practical guidance and tools for planning and executing their own World Olympics.
- Share ideas with others who are planning a school-wide or classroom-wide Olympic event.
- Enter a raffle to win $1000 worth of art supplies and books that support the implementation of the World Olympics curriculum.
Series generously supported by The Nissan Foundation and
The Pine Tree Foundation of New York.
.