Health (30 mins)
One of the most inspiring athletes in the world is Simone Biles, an American gymnast.
She is known as one of the greatest gymnasts in history.
Early Life
Simone Biles had a difficult childhood. She spent time in foster care before being adopted by her grandparents, who raised her and supported her dreams.
When she was only six years old, she discovered gymnastics during a school field trip. Her teachers noticed she had incredible talent.
Hard Work and Success
Through years of practice and determination, Simone became a world champion.
Her achievements include:
7 Olympic medals
25 World Championship medals
Several gymnastics skills named after her because she was the first to perform them.
She competed in the Olympic Games, the biggest sports competition in the world.
Courage and Mental Strength
In the 2020 Summer Olympics, Simone made a brave decision. She stepped back from some events to focus on her mental health and safety.
This showed that true strength is not only physical — it also means knowing when to take care of yourself.
Lesson from Simone Biles
Simone Biles teaches us that:
Hard work leads to success
Courage means taking care of your mind and body
You can overcome difficult beginnings
Her story reminds us that champions are not just strong athletes — they are also strong people.
Discussion Questions
What challenges did Simone Biles face growing up?
Why is mental health important for athletes?
What can we learn from Simone Biles’ courage?
Do you think gymnastics is an easy or difficult sport? Why?
What sport would you like to become very good at?