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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

by Bryan Mealer, William Kamkwamba, Anna Hymas   |  Ages 9-12
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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Inspiring true story of innovation against odds.

If you're moved by tales of ingenuity and resilience, "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" would sit well with you. It's the true story of a young man who, despite facing severe adversity, uses knowledge to literally power change. It's an uplifting read that not only showcases the transformative impact of education but also tells a deeply human story of survival and ambition. It could leave you both educated and inspired.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

by Bryan Mealer, William Kamkwamba, Anna Hymas   |  Ages 9-12
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ISBN: 9780147510426
Authors: Bryan Mealer, William Kamkwamba, Anna Hymas
Publisher: Rocky Pond Books
Date of Publication: 2016-01-05
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Educational
Related Topics: Early Learning, Science & Nature
Goodreads rating: 4.27
(rated by 6762 readers)

Description

Now a Netflix film starring and directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, this is a gripping memoir of survival and perseverance about the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village. When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's tiny village in Malawi, his family lost all of the season's crops, leaving them with nothing to eat and nothing to sell. William began to explore science books in his village library, looking for a solution. There, he came up with the idea that would change his family's life forever: he could build a windmill. Made out of scrap metal and old bicycle parts, William's windmill brought electricity to his home and helped his family pump the water they needed to farm the land. Retold for a younger audience, this exciting memoir shows how, even in a desperate situation, one boy's brilliant idea can light up the world. Complete with photographs, illustrations, and an epilogue that will bring readers up to date on William's story, this is the perfect edition to read and share with the whole family.
 

Inspiring true story of innovation against odds.

If you're moved by tales of ingenuity and resilience, "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" would sit well with you. It's the true story of a young man who, despite facing severe adversity, uses knowledge to literally power change. It's an uplifting read that not only showcases the transformative impact of education but also tells a deeply human story of survival and ambition. It could leave you both educated and inspired.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.