DLTK's Crafts for Kids
Sports and Olympics Crafts

Welcome to "Olympic Crafts for Kids" on DLTK-Kids! Are you ready to explore a world of creativity, fun, and sportsmanship? Our selection of Olympic-themed crafts is designed to inspire and encourage the young athletes in your life while fostering their artistic skills. These crafts come with step-by-step instructions and interactive activities, making them suitable for children of all ages. So, put on your Olympic spirit, gather your art supplies, and let's get crafting!

List of Olympics Themed Crafts:

	Olympics Coloring Pages (includes general olympics pages plus mascots and symbols for the Sydney and Salt Lake City games)
	Olympics:  Dove Crafts and Coloring before the Olympic games open there is always a big ceremony which includes the release of white doves
	Olympic Paper Plate Wreath
	Olympic Rings Paper Cup Craft preschoolers and up
	Olympic Torch Craft Elementary school and up
	Olympic Torch Scissor Skills Craft preschoolers and up
	Olympic Wreath (Crown)
	Team Colors Cheering Section Many different countries to choose from -- great for the Olympics!
	More Sports Crafts
	Sports Buddy Crafts

Fun Facts About the Olympics:

1. Ancient Origins: The first recorded Olympic Games took place in Olympia, Greece, in 776 BC. They were held in honor of the Greek god Zeus and continued every four years until they were banned in 393 AD by the Roman Emperor Theodosius I. The modern Olympic Games were revived in 1896, thanks to the efforts of Frenchman Pierre de Coubertin.
2. Olympic Rings: The iconic Olympic symbol, consisting of five interlocking rings, was designed by Pierre de Coubertin in 1913. Each ring represents one of the five continents participating in the Games: Europe, Asia, Africa, Americas, and Oceania. The colors of the rings – blue, yellow, black, green, and red – along with the white background were chosen because every nation's flag contains at least one of these colors.
3. The Olympic Torch Relay: The tradition of lighting the Olympic flame and carrying it in a relay from Olympia, Greece, to the host city began with the 1936 Berlin Olympics. The torch symbolizes the connection between the ancient and modern Olympic Games and represents the values of peace, unity, and friendship.
4. Winter and Summer Games: The Winter Olympic Games were introduced in 1924, with events like skiing, ice hockey, and figure skating. Initially, the Winter and Summer Games were held in the same year, but in 1986, the International Olympic Committee decided to alternate them every two years, starting in 1994.
5. Medal Count: the United States has won the most Olympic medals in history, with over 2,500 medals across both Summer and Winter Games. The US is followed by the Soviet Union/Russian athletes and Germany in the all-time medal count.

Thank you for joining us on our Olympic journey! We hope you enjoyed discovering new facts about sports and expressing your creativity through these exciting crafts. Always remember that the Olympics is not just about the physical aspect, but also about the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. As you keep practicing and creating, keep in mind the important life lessons that sports can teach us all. Share your amazing creations with your loved ones, and most importantly, enjoy the journey! Until we meet again, keep crafting and stay active!