Rio 2016 Olympic Symbols and Mascots Overview
The 2016 emblem shows Brazilians around Sugarloaf Mountain. The rings symbolize colors on national flags, formal use began in 1920. Mascot Vinicius and Paralympics mascot Tom represent Brazil’s wildlife and forests. Pictograms identify sports. 41 sports featured in Rio.
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Hidden Olympic Names in a Summer Word Puzzle
A puzzle prompt asks to find hidden names linked to the Summer Olympics. It notes words may appear backward or diagonally and that some letters can be reused. Target items include TOM, VINICIUS, and R AMM.
Crocodile Sighting. Nile Crocodiles in Florida
Eco note reports a feared man eating reptile from Africa possibly invading Florida. Scientists captured four Nile crocodiles from South Africa since 2000. The species can reach 18 feet and weigh as a small car, per Earthweek.
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Quiz your family about 2016 pictograms by sport
A prompt encouraging testing knowledge of the 2016 pictograms and the sports they symbolize. It suggests quizzing friends or family to recall which sport each pictogram represents.
Mini Spy Booklet Puzzle Pack for The Mini Page
The Mini Spy Booklet offers 48 puzzles from The Mini Page featuring Mini Spy and other classic characters. It invites readers to find hidden objects from clues in an 8.5 by 11 inch booklet priced at $4 with $1 shipping and handling.
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