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How do some people get so good at sports?

From Mystery Doug

How do some people get so good at sports?
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "How do some people get so good at sports?" -- and follows the clues. Top athletes get great through tons of practice and training -- and sometimes a body that's well suited to their sport. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "How do some people get so good at sports?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about practice, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: practice, training, athlete.

Try it: Explain the answer to "How do some people get so good at sports?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.