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It is now a Netflix film starring and directed by Chivatel AGOFur, it is an entertaining memoir of existence and perseverance about the brave youth inventor who brought electricity to his Malavian village.
When a terrible drought in Malawi killed a small village in William Kamakavamba, his family lost all the crops of the season, making them nothing to eat and nothing to sell. William, in search of a solution, began to detect science books in his village library. There, he came with the idea that would change the life of his family forever: he could build a windmill. Made of scrap metal and old bicycle parts, William’s Pawanchqi brought electricity to his house and helped his family pump the water that was necessary to cultivate the ground.
Retold for a young audience, this exciting memoir shows how, even in a desperate situation, a boy’s magnificent idea can illuminate the world. Complete with photos, pictures and an epilogue that will update the readers to William’s story, this is the perfect version for reading and sharing with the whole family.
Publisher
Asin: 0147510422
Publisher: Rocky Pond Books; Rage Edition (5 January 2016)
language English
Paperback: 304 page
ISBN -10: 9780147510426
ISBN -13: 978-0147510426
Age of reading: 9 – 12 years, from customers
Lexyl Measure: 860L
Grade Level: 5 – 9
Items Weight: 7.7 ounces
Dimensions: 0.72 x 5.13 x 7.75 inch
Customers say
Customers find this book inspirational and easy to read, with an authentic voice that captures William’s perspective. Moreover, the story is great for all ages, with lots of new vocabulary words and valuable lessons for readers of all ages. Additionally, they appreciate the character development, with one customer noting it’s based on a real person, while another mentions how it helps readers understand living situations in Africa. The book receives positive feedback for its intelligence, determination, and resiliency.
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