Lacey, Minna.

The story of the Olympics / Minna Lacey ; illustrated by Paddy Mounter. - New ed. - London : Usborne, 2012. - 1 volume : color illustrations ; 20 cm. - Usborne young reading. Series two .

Previous edition: 2008. Includes index.

Sports in ancient Greece -- First games -- Show -- Grand plan -- Successful start -- Games expand -- Pomp and ceremony -- Olympic heroes -- Dates of the Summer Olympics -- Dates of the Winter Olympics -- Index.

From a festival in ancient Greece to a worldwide event today, the Olympics have inspired athletes and supporters alike. Find out how the biggest sports event int he world was born and discover the amazing heroes who made Olympic history.

Key Stage 1.

9781409545934 1409545938

GBB209824 bnb

016020169 Uk


Olympics
Olympics--History--Juvenile literature.
Olympics.


History.
Juvenile works.
Children's nonfiction.

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