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4.11 AVERAGE
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A story of self-development and that dreams can come true if you work hard
A story of self-development and that dreams can come true if you work hard
WOW! This kid is ah-mazing. I just LOVE this story! I found this link to a video of him on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arD374MFk4w
It was so fun to hear his voice and see his beautiful face in video. I'm blown away by the hardships he's overcome and how brilliantly resourceful and hopeful he was with next to nothing to work with. I'm so thankful he has wonderful educational opportunities now, he deserves them so much. I hope he fulfills all of his dreams with helping his country - I think he really will. Amazing guy.... excellent book - I'm so glad it was recommended to me for my book group, I would not have prolly found it on my own... I would jump at a chance to meet this guy - he's so inspiring! :)
P.S. I went and donated $25 towards the building of primary school buildings in Malawi here that William (the author is in charge of): http://williamkamkwamba.typepad.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arD374MFk4w
It was so fun to hear his voice and see his beautiful face in video. I'm blown away by the hardships he's overcome and how brilliantly resourceful and hopeful he was with next to nothing to work with. I'm so thankful he has wonderful educational opportunities now, he deserves them so much. I hope he fulfills all of his dreams with helping his country - I think he really will. Amazing guy.... excellent book - I'm so glad it was recommended to me for my book group, I would not have prolly found it on my own... I would jump at a chance to meet this guy - he's so inspiring! :)
P.S. I went and donated $25 towards the building of primary school buildings in Malawi here that William (the author is in charge of): http://williamkamkwamba.typepad.com/
I read this with my 4th & 5th graders every year and it’s so inspiring and fun. Can be connected to science and engineering. A must read :)
I liked the technical explanation of things. I think I would have enjoyed the version for adults better.
This was a great, insightful book. Having been to Africa, I think maybe it was a little more meaningful as I could picture some of it. I've seen the people hanging out on the streets with nothing to do, and how great to see the initiative William took to learn and to try to put changes in place. What a great first hand telling also of the effects of a famine on a village and a nation.
Great story! I really enjoyed learning more about Malawi and this young man's life in particular. Would highly recommend for all students looking for a nonfiction book about someone who takes the hand their delt with from life and comes up with a royal straight.
Very inspirational story of a determined young man in Africa. The Audible is read by him and is amazing!
inspiring
medium-paced
The young reader's version of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind was a fantastic choice for my middle school book club. The story begins in William Kamkwamba's tiny village in Malawi where the community is suffering from a horrible famine. William is determined to find a way to break the cycle by bringing electricity to his village. By using the textbooks available in his village library and spare parts at the junkyard, William accomplishes his dream and brings "electric wind" to his village.
This uplifting and exciting memoir shows how one person can influence positive change for those around them. I particularly enjoyed how we followed William with each step of his journey and learned how things worked alongside him. There were quite a few scientific explanations along the way which could be confusing or fascinating depending on your interests. The book would work very well as a literature addition to a physical science class studying electricity.
NOTE: Parents should know that the description of the famine and its impact on the village is very difficult to read. In addition, William leaves his dog to starve in the woods to end his suffering. The dog dies and the situation could be difficult for younger or more sensitive readers.
This uplifting and exciting memoir shows how one person can influence positive change for those around them. I particularly enjoyed how we followed William with each step of his journey and learned how things worked alongside him. There were quite a few scientific explanations along the way which could be confusing or fascinating depending on your interests. The book would work very well as a literature addition to a physical science class studying electricity.
NOTE: Parents should know that the description of the famine and its impact on the village is very difficult to read. In addition, William leaves his dog to starve in the woods to end his suffering. The dog dies and the situation could be difficult for younger or more sensitive readers.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death
I love this book I cannot wait to use it in my classroom