In 1998, former British soldier Karl Bushby set out from the southern tip of South America with a simple but insane plan: to walk all the way back to England. No planes. No trains. No boats. Just one man, a three-wheeled cart, and over 30,000 miles of deserts, jungles, frozen seas, and war zones.
This unforgettable lesson, inspired by a CBS Evening News report on Karl Bushby as he nears the end of his 27-year walk across the world, takes students on an extraordinary human journey. They will discover how Karl survived the deadly Darién Gap, got arrested, was welcomed by strangers, and even caused an international incident while crossing the Bering Strait.
Through reading, watching, and speaking, students will:
- Develop reading comprehension skills with engaging gist and detailed tasks
- Build topic-specific vocabulary including words like terrain, lawless, determination, and home stretch
- Practise listening for detail using authentic video material
- Discuss big questions: What keeps someone going for 27 years? Is such a journey inspiring or selfish? What would you do if you had a dream that took decades to achieve?
- Personalise new language through structured speaking activities
Perfect for teachers looking for a ready-to-use, high-interest lesson that combines human interest, vocabulary development, and meaningful discussion. Your students will walk away inspired – and with 16 new words in their backpack.
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Teach English through adventure, endurance, and one unforgettable journey around the world!
