Watching the Winter Olympics? Netflix Has Suggestions to Support the Spirit of Teamwork and Competition

By Nancy Johnson Horn, Editor –

So, you might have heard that a little something called the WINTER OLYMPICS is happening now in Sochi, Russia. As Team USA goes for gold, there’s no better time than now to teach your children about inspiration, teamwork and competition.

Common Sense Media had some great ways to share a few key lessons that you can teach your kids while tuning in. But the excitement doesn’t have to end with the closing ceremonies. Here’s a list of  Netflix titles that will teach key Olympic lessons all year long.

For Your Big Ones:

1. The Short Game2. The Kid3. The Pistol4. A Mile in His Shoes5. Winning Favor 6. The Mighty Macs7. Like Mike 2: Streetball8. Air Bud: World Pup9. Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch10. Air Bud Spikes Back

 

For Your Little Ones:

1. Super WHY!: The Tortoise and the Hare2. Curious George: George Gets a Trophy3. Bob the Builder: The Bobblesberg Winter Games4. Angelina Ballerina: In the Wings5. Caillou: Caillou Gets Active

For a cool olympic themed craft, we love these fun medals from Kelly Ladd Sanchez at klscrafts.com.

Go here for directions on how to make them: http://www.klscrafts.com/sportsmanship-medals-netflix-com/

To make this month’s conversation a little sweeter, whip up a few of these sports-themed mini cakes made with whole wheat, mashed bananas, and fresh orange juice from Always Order Dessert First. Click here to learn how to make your own.

Disclosure: I am a member of Netflix’s Stream Team. I was supplied me with a year’s subscription to the streaming service and an Apple TV in exchange for being on their Stream Team. All opinions are my own.