Every four years, during the summer, the whole world comes together to celebrate and support the best athletes from each country. The Olympic Games are a worldwide event, and their roots can be found in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea: Greece. Starting from the origins in Ancient Greece to the modern times games - including the Winter Games - children will discover every fun fact, sport, and champion of the games. Filled with information, easy texts and funny illustrations, this book will also help children to think on the deepest meaning of sport and to consider what it takes to become a champion. A selection of the most inspirational profiles of champions of all time, from every country, with also a special list of the most winning of all. Ages: 7 plus
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Für Kinder
Reading Age: From 7 years, Interest Age: From 7 years
Maße
Höhe: 294 mm
Breite: 240 mm
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ISBN-13
978-88-544-1653-6 (9788854416536)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Veruska Motta is a writer and author of children's books. She has a strong passion for books, comics, movies and television series. She is a freelancer and communication expert, and worked as a PR for an Italian publishing house. Luca Poli has been working with the most important children's publishers for many years. His work ranges from graphic design to illustration. He has also worked with graphic design studios on advertising and animation projects.
INTRODUCTION 4
THE ORIGINS OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES 6
ATHLETES: HEROES OR GODS? 24
AND IN THE END 36
A MAN WITH A GREAT IDEA GREAT CHAMPIONS! 38
THE WINTER OLYMPICS 66
KINGS AND QUEENS OF WINTER 70
NEVER GIVE UP: THE PARALYMPIC GAMES 74
LOOKING FORWARD 78
