Simone Biles Lesson

In this lesson, you will learn about the famous American gymnast:

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Simone Biles

Be sure to complete this lesson by following the roadmap:Warm Up with Tongue Twisters Read the Reading Comprehension Page Chit-Chat: Talk About What You Learned

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Warm Up

Practice These Tongue Twisters

If a dog chews shoes, whose shoes does he choose?

Show enthusiasm, smile, and maintain eye contact with your audience. 'The eyes, chico. They never lie.’ You’re bound to impress.

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You can make an outline to summarize the content and use words that will be imprinted in the memories of your audience

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Reading

Read the Text Below

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Have you ever watched the Olympics? If you have, you have definitely heard of Simone Biles, the best gymnast in the world. Simone competed on the United States Olympic gymnastics team in 2016 and won four gold medals! Simone was on track to compete in her fifth Olympic Games until the Tokyo games were postponed due to the COVID-19 virus. Simone has changed the world of gymnastics forever with her new moves and skills. A skill is a type of trick that gymnasts perform in their floor, beam, vault, or bar routines. Some tricks that you might know include a cartwheel or handstand! Simone’s parents opened a gym dedicated to her and her success. Gymnasts from all around the world can come to train with her and her coaches in hopes to become as successful as her! Not only has Simone opened her own gym, won multiple Olympic gold medals, and created new skills, she has also written books and starred in a documentary. She is an example of someone who follows their dreams, has great ambition, and “shoots for the stars."

Simone Biles

Chit Chat

Practice These Tongue Twisters

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Simone's parents' support helped her become the best gymnast in the world. How will you support your children?

What do you think is more important to athletic success- natural abilities or determination and training?

Simone had to train for years to compete in the Olympics- this was her dream. What is a dream of yours?

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Simone Biles is only 4 ft 8 inches tall. Many gymnasts are small. Why do you think this is? Let's research it.

Do you know any other incredible athletes?