Morning Starters: Summer 1 - Famous Naturalists
Did You Know?
Steve Backshall is a British naturalist, explorer and television presenter. He is best known for his wildlife adventure shows like ‘Deadly 60’ and ‘Expedition’. His work often focuses on showcasing the world’s most dangerous animals and remote, difficult-to-reach environments. Steve is celebrated for inspiring audiences, particularly children, to appreciate wildlife and the natural world.
Credit: BBC One - The Really Wild Show
Word Challenge
Compile a list of words that best describe Steve Backshall.
Example: fearless, adventurous, …
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the sentence below, adding a fronted adverbial.
The athletic naturalist raced the cheetah.
Example: In a thrilling competition, the athletic naturalist raced the cheetah.
Number Challenge
Steve Backshall was born on the following date:
21/04/1973
What is the difference between the greatest number and the smallest number that can be made from Steve’s birth date digits?
Critical Thinking
What do you think are the most important skills needed to become a television presenter like Steve Backshall?