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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (Young Readers Edition) - 9780147510426
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Overview
An inspiring true story of ingenuity, resilience, and the power of learning—adapted for young readers and now available in paperback!
When drought devastated William Kamkwamba’s village in Malawi, his family faced hunger, poverty, and an uncertain future. With no money for food or school, William turned to the one resource still available to him: a small village library. There, in a science book filled with diagrams and unfamiliar English words, he discovered a way to build something incredible—a windmill.
Using scrap metal, old bicycle parts, and anything else he could find, William built a wind-powered generator that brought electricity and hope to his home and community. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is his remarkable true story—one of courage, curiosity, and the belief that anything is possible with creativity and perseverance.
Adapted from the New York Times bestselling memoir, this Young Readers edition includes photographs, illustrations, and an epilogue that updates readers on William’s continuing work as an inventor and global advocate for sustainable energy. It’s a compelling read that connects science, social studies, and literacy while encouraging young people to dream big, solve problems, and make a difference in their own communities.
Perfect for:
- STEM programs and science fairs
- Middle grade classrooms and school libraries (Grades 4–8)
- Book clubs and community reading initiatives
- Projects focused on innovation, global citizenship, and environmental awareness
Themes: Problem-solving, perseverance, global education, poverty, sustainability, renewable energy, hope
