The Amazing Life of Stephen Hawking
About:
This worksheet introduces students to Stephen Hawking, a British physicist famous for his work on black holes and
the universe. It explains how he became a leading scientist despite living with a serious illness for most of his life.
The worksheet also covers his most famous book and his lasting impact on science education. Students will
practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills while learning real facts about his life
and discoveries.
What’s Included:
This worksheet features Article (5 paragraphs), True/False (16 statements), Comprehension Questions (6),
Multiple Choice (15), Word Search (15 words), Crossword (10 clues), and Odd One Out (30 words).
Target Grades:
Grades 5-8
Teacher Note:
This worksheet works well after a lesson on space, gravity, or famous scientists. Encourage students to discuss how
Hawking overcame physical challenges while still making major scientific discoveries, and use the comprehension
questions to build inference and evaluation skills