William Kamkwamba Books

William Kamkwamba’s story of perseverance and achievement in the face of incredible adversity shows the power of curiosity, dedication, and education. His desire to use his skills and knowledge to empower and improve his community should be an example to us all.

This well-written and gripping book should be a must-read for anyone who feels driven to improve themselves and the world around them. This really inspiring story for young people in a world full of consumerism will help pupils to learn about how wind  can be used to generate power or electricity.

“The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind” is a moving true story of a boy growing up in famine and poverty who uses the resources of his local library to build something incredible. This adapted version of the book is good for upper mature upper key stage two readers and young adults especially young adults who are interested in science.

This story documents life in Malawi and the discovery of wind power by a boy who could not afford to go to school, but acted on his own initiative to help his family. He did all the research in the library! Some emotional chapters, which are hard hitting and may be challenging to read for some students. The book highlights the unfairness of the world at times and how perseverance can pay off. William is a fantastic role model for all children to read about.