2026 Winter Olympics Will Host More Events Than Ever
graph by Millie Giles; slow reveal by John Golden
Type of Graph: stacked area graph
Purpose
This slow reveal is designed to support analysis and discussion of both the data and the design choices. The questions in the slidedeck invite learners to examine trends, relationships, and possible interpretations. This graph invites students to notice patterns, consider relationships, estimate values, discuss change, and consider implications for this data.
About This Graph
This visualization is not provided for reuse or redistribution. Readers and educators are encouraged to view the original visualization in its published context.
Original Visualization:
Giles, Millie. “This year’s Winter Olympics will feature a new sport for the first time in decades.” Chartr/Sherwood News: February 6, 2026.
Data Sources:
IOC
In The Classroom
There are many different mathematical connections that can be made to this data and data visualization.
Potential Math Content: stacked area graph, estimating values, patterns, measuring change
Potential Content Connections: Olympics, Winter Olympics, sports, events
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Jenna, I believe you have an error in the link. The slide deck leads to roller coasters and not Olympics. Thank you, Lyndsey
Lyndsey Manzo (she/her/hers)
Secondary Science & Engineering Curriculum Specialist | Westerville City Schools 614-797-5727 (phone) | 20162 (internal extension)
Thanks, Lyndsey! Fixed!
-Jenna