London Olympic Games 2012

London Olympic Games takes an exciting look at London's journey towards hosting the 2012 Olympic Games. Learn about how British culture will be represented at the Games, the building of the new venues, which sports will be played and about the London Paralympic Games.

• Introduction
  The Olympic Games
• About London
  London: the city
  Landmarks
  London, England
• London Olympic Games
  English culture at the Olympic Games
  London Olympic venues
  Climate
  Volunteers
  Summer Olympic sports
  London Paralympic Games
  Winter Olympic Games
  Facts and figures
• Countdown to the London Games
• Glossary
• Index
• Find out more

• Clear and concise text accompanied by contemporary and historical photographs
• Location maps
• A glossary explaining new words
• Ideas for internet research
• An index

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Suitable for middle to upper primary students.

Olympic Games 2012 tells you all you need to know about the Olympic Games. From the history of the Games to London 2012, this series offers a wealth of Information about the world's greatest athletic competition.

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