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“I went to sleep dreaming of Malawi, and all the things made possible when your dreams are powered by your heart.“

This book can be used to discuss perseverance and innovation. You might encourage students to think about simple solutions to big problems they see in the world around them.

William Kamkwamba, a boy in Malawi, built a windmill to provide electricity to his village after learning about wind energy in a library book.

“Don't worry about the things you can‘t do. Focus on what you can do, no matter how small it is, and try to do it as best as you can.”

This story demonstrates the power of knowledge, innovation, and perseverance, encouraging young readers to dream big and use what they learn to make a difference, even in difficult circumstances.

Growing up in a small village in Malawi, William Kamkwamba faced many hardships, including a devastating drought that left his family and community struggling to survive. When he discovered a science book on wind energy, William was inspired to build a windmill that could generate electricity and pump water. Using scrap materials and his own resourcefulness, William built the windmill and changed the future for his family and village.

This story is inspiring and uses good language to show children that anything is possible if you try

“When the wind blows, it can bring a new day, a new life. It can bring a brighter future.”

This biography tells the story of William Kamkwamba, a young boy from Malawi who used scrap materials and his own ingenuity to build a windmill that brought electricity to his village. It‘s a powerful story of perseverance, innovation, and hope.