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The Olympic Games have evolved from contests in classical Greece to the global celebration of athleticism we know today. This list brings together two kinds of stories: books that explore how the Games began and changed over time, and biographies of remarkable Olympians whose lives intersected with major historical moments. Together, these books help young readers understand not just what the Olympics are, but why they matter in history.
The Story of the Olympic Games
Official history of the Olympics, with lots of details about athletes, events, and records
Ancient Greece and the Olympics
Nonfiction fact-based exploration of the ancient Greek olympics from the Magic Tree House
What Are the Summer Olympics?
Highlights from the history of the ancient Greek and modern Summer Olympics
The Story of the Olympics
For younger readers, a playful introduction to the (mostly ancient Greek) Olympics
Olympic Gold 1936
Story of the famous photograph of Jesse Owen's win as a blow against Hitler's propoganda
Long-Armed Ludy and the First Women's Olympics
Inspiring true story of an athlete's journey to the 1922 Women's Olympics
The Boys in the Boat
Young reader edition of the inspiring story of Great Depression-era boys challenging Nazis
Queen of the Track
Inspiring story of a runner who overcame hardship to win gold in the 1948 Olympics
Jubilee: The First Therapy Horse and an Olympic Dream
True story of an equestrian who creatively overcame the limitations of polio to medal in dressage
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