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Wayne Gretzky

Famous People

High Beg
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a brief biography about Wayne Gretzky, a famous Canadian hockey player known as “The Great One.” They learn sports-related vocabulary and practice using modals of ability.

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Focus

topic-based
athlete
hockey
NHL
Canada
modals of ability

Vocabulary

hockey
goal
jealous
trophy
record
popular
fan
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