The Olympic Games

What makes an athletic achievement meaningful? Join Maya, an illustrated eleven-year-old guide, on a lively introduction to the traditions, challenges, and changing story of the Olympic Games.

Readers ages 8–12 can explore the Games from ancient Olympia to modern competitions, discover how athletes prepare, and learn why rest, teamwork, respect, and fair play matter alongside results. From racing through water to balancing under pressure, the chapters introduce sports that test speed, strength, precision, courage, and cooperation. They also look at ceremonies and symbols, records and close finishes, and how competition can change over time.

The book includes an introduction to the Paralympic Games and how different sports create fair competition. Six illustrations bring Maya’s discoveries to life, while a table of contents helps readers find their way and a glossary explains key terms.

A thoughtful choice for curious young sports fans and children interested in history, traditions, and what it takes to keep striving—whether they read independently or share the discoveries with an adult.