2012 Summer Olympics Resources

Even though I am not a sports person usually, I do like to watch part of the Olympics sports when they are on. Gymnastics and diving are probably my favorites for the summer Olympic games. Whether you are having a viewing party with friends or just watching on your own, here are a few Olympic goodies to help fuel your Olympic fever! Light the Olympic torch and get ready to win a gold medal for extra fun during the 2012 Olympics.

Full Olympic Schedule, Results, and TV Listings

Here is the official schedule and results for the games. This is when they will be taking place. However, unless you are there in person you probably actually need the viewing schedule. NBC Universal and its family of stations will be carrying the games. You can find their schedule based on your local area on NBCOlympics – you can sort by day, time, or even sport.

Olympic Educational Resources

The Olympics are such a fantastic learning opportunity in so many different ways. If you are a homeschooler or traditional school family you can still take the time to help the kids have some extra fun and learning around the games. Enchanted Learning has a ton of great resources available for you to use.

Olympic Cocktails

I posted these Olympic cocktail recipes originally 2 years ago during the last Olympic games. There are five different cocktail recipes, one for each color of the Olympic rings. Blue, black, red, yellow, and green!

Food From London

Do you want to feel like you are in London while watching the games? Try some of these English recipes for all kinds of food while enjoying the Olympics. Maybe finally try an English pudding or some kippers?

Flags of the World

Learn what the flags for each country look like, what their symbols mean, and even a bit about the countries. The CIA website actually has a really useful resource for this. Have fun and print out some flags for other countries and cheer on the world!

The Olympic Sports

Find out the basic rules of the different sports and how to play them all. You can also get a brief history, see the Olympians who will be competing in this event, and some great photos and other resources for each of the Summer Olympic sports.

Olympic Apps

Now you know I was going to find you all some apps for your phones and tablets! There are three official Olympic apps. An app to help plan and track all of the activities and events, an app with the official results, and a game app. They have them for iOS, Android, Windows Phone, and Blackberry.

Do you have other resources to share to help make the Olympics more than just an event to watch on TV?

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Tiffany Winner

would u make one of each color cocktail for each guest? everyone should have a full set right? haha
cstironkat

I will be watching too, I have decorated the house in red, white and blue to celebrate.
terrik

http://www.olympic.org/ancient-olympic-games?tab=The-athlete Has great information on the ancient history of the games, participants and mythology. It’s not fully comprehensive, but totally worth checking out.
ewffan

I don’t have any other resources. But I do love watching the opening ceremonies. Beijing opening was awesome, I was glued to the TV! Lets see what London has to offer.
http://www.facebook.com/people/Devona-Fryer/100000727624936 Devona Fryer

You went all out! I love watching gymnastics and diving probably best! Love the recipe for the Olympic Cocktails!
http://profile.yahoo.com/45GEYQCISGV3LEQINCYH3ALZXI Ayden

Thanks for sharing all of these resources! I’m not typically
a sports kind of gal either, but when it comes to the Olympics, I can’t help
but be excited! I’m looking forward to using some of these you’ve mentioned as
well. The only other resource I’ll be using, since I’ll be away on business for
my job at Dish, is my Dish Remote Access app. I have a Sling Adapter at home,
so using that app will allow me to watch it all go down live on my iPad
anywhere I am in the world. I can even schedule the events to record to my DVR,
and watch them later using that app as well. I have a great feeling about
the USA
this year, so I’m very happy to know that just because I won’t be in front of
my TV for most of it, I’ll still be able to keep up with all things Olympics! :)
Rosey

I love the idea of trying recipes from London. My husband was just saying over dinner that now would be such a neat time to visit. I like to watch a bit here and there. I’m really interested in seeing how Bolt and Phelps place in their respective sports.
Jeannette Laframboise

Holy Moly, that was sure a mighty packed post! I never thought about all the possible resources out there. I love the summer olympics and am really looking forward to watching it. I really appreciate all of the links above and will likely use most of them. Even the drink recipes start with vodka..the only thing I do drink on occasion. Thanks again! ;-)
judybradley

How did you manage to find all this, let alone assemble it? Thanks a bunch! I have been trying to teach my little grandkids things about the world in a positive light vs what we usually hear! This will help!
tannawings

We watch parts of the Olympics as we both like sports but dont do a party or anything- looks like it would be fun to come to your house though :)
nanlara

thanks for the link to the schedule…can’t wait til they begin!
http://twitter.com/rkosully Robin

I’m so excited that the Olympics started! I love hearing all the inspiring stories about the athletes. These are great resources; thanks for posting them.
National Geographic has a nice collection of “Moments in Olympics History” Photos, if anybody is interested: http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/photos/olympics-history-gallery/#/black-power-salute_18608_600x450.jpg
http://www.facebook.com/bethanystephens1 Bethany Mallett Stephens

Love this! Good resources! My daughter is already hopping up every day to check the scores. :)
Ravzie

We like to watch the games every time they are on. Would I watch most of these sports any other time? That would be a “no”! LOL That schedule will be very helpful. Thanks!
alucky13

So sad that the olympics are over. I can’t wait for 2016! alucky13 at hotmail dot com
Shannon Whitfield

I’m with you, I am very much not a sports fan, but I always love to watch the Olympics!! The gymnastics was exciting, our girls did so well (I was on the edge of my seat some of the time..) As for the track events, I was so upset when Morgan Uceny fell during the 1,500 meter final – she’s from our area of Indiana.