Daily News Lesson Collection: Amazing Teens
Daily News is a free service from Engoo for English learners. Every day, we post news stories from around the world together with vocabulary lists and thoughtful discussion questions.
This article collects 10 lessons about teenagers who've done something important or are unique in some way. Improve your English while being inspired by these young people!
Teenager Climbs All 14 of World’s Highest Peaks
Level 6: Intermediate
Climbing just one of the highest mountains in the world is quite an achievement, but the teen in this lesson climbed 14 of them — and much faster than it has been done before.
However, he did have an advantage compared to other climbers. This lesson explains his story and introduces some useful vocabulary for talking about high-level competition.
Thousands Join British Teen’s Online Sign Language Lessons
Level 6: Intermediate
During the Covid-19 pandemic, people around the world needed things to do while they stayed indoors to stop the spread of the disease.
Many people took up new hobbies and tried to learn new skills. For some, that new skill was British Sign Language, which they learned from a young tutor in the UK.
19-Year-Old Woman Sets Record for Solo Global Fight
Level 6: Intermediate
Very few of the world's pilots are female, but a woman named Zara Rutherford hopes she can change that. In 2022, she completed the challenge of becoming the youngest woman to fly around the world.
What route did she take? Which countries did she visit? How long did her trip take? You'll find the answers in the lesson!
(If you'd like to read more about pilots, you may also enjoy this lesson about Amelia Earhart, who may have been an inspiration for Zara!)
Teen Becomes Youngest Person to Pass California Bar Exam
Level 6: Intermediate
If you want to become a lawyer, you must first pass a test called the bar exam — and everyone knows that it isn't an easy thing to do!
That's why it's impressive that someone too young to drink at the time was able to do it. Learn about his big accomplishment in this lesson.
Indonesian Teen Survives 49 Days at Sea
Level 6: Intermediate
Back in 2018, a fisherman who was only 18 years old found himself lost at sea when a rope that was securing his boat was broken. When he was finally rescued, it was over a month later and very far away from where he first started.
This lesson is a story of survival, hope and perseverance.
Indian Teen Creates Wearable Device for Alzheimer’s Patients
Level 6: Intermediate
Have you heard the English expression "Necessity is the mother of invention"? It means that people create things that help them get or do something they need.
That's exactly what a teen named Hemesh did to help his grandmother with a problem she was having. However, his creation may eventually help many more people as well.
World’s Tallest Teen Ready for College Basketball
Level 6: Intermediate
Although being incredibly tall is a benefit when playing basketball, it can sometimes be a challenge in daily life. In this lesson, learn how Canadian college student Olivier Rioux handles the pros and cons of being the world's tallest teen.
Nigerian Teen’s Huge Painting Raises Autism Awareness
Level 7: Advanced
Although the 15-year-old in this lesson created a large painting, it wasn't art purely for art's sake; his goal was to use his art to bring attention to something he believes more people should know about.
Read to learn more about his painting and the effect it has had in his home nation of Nigeria.
Indian Teen Becomes Youngest Chess World Champion
Level 7: Advanced
If you start doing something early in life, you have plenty of time to develop your skills and expertise — which can be a big advantage against competitors later on.
The teen in this lesson began playing chess when he was still a toddler, and in 2024, he made history when he became the top player in the world.
Ukraine Hails Teen Drone Pilot Who Watched Russian Troops
Level 7: Advanced
The Ukrainian military got unexpected support in their fight against Russian soldiers in the early days of the war between the two nations.
But the support didn't come from a soldier or any kind of military expert. Instead, it was a teen and his father with a device you don't need special training to use.
Wrap-up
From Ukraine to India, and from the UK to Canada, young people are proving that you don't have to be an adult to do something special. We hope you've been inspired by what you've read!
While you can study these lessons alone, we recommend doing them with an Engoo tutor; not only can they help you with any questions you may have, you can discuss what you've read and practice your English in a real chat.
So choose a time that's convenient for you and give it a try!
