Steve Irwin

Famous People

Low Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a short biography about Steve Irwin, an Australian animal expert and entertainer. Students learn new vocabulary and practice writing questions and listening.

This lesson mentions how Steve Irwin died from a stingray puncture to his heart. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
biography
question formation
wildlife
zoos

Vocabulary

wildlife
reptile
python
wrestle
supervision
naturalist
extroverted
catchphrase
puncture
mourn
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane