CONTENT NOTIFICATIONS
Social Issue: Harsh Realities of Life
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Young Readers Edition
By William Kamkwamba, Bryan Mealer
Illustrators
Illustrated by Anna Hymas
Edition
Amazon.com Best Books of the Year 2015, Nonfiction
100 Notable Titles for Reading and Sharing 2015, Children’s Books
2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 6–8
2016 CCBC Choices–Biography and Autobiography
ILA Teachers’ Choices, 2016 Reading List
By William Kamkwamba, Bryan Mealer
Hardcover edition
Publisher Penguin Imprint Dial ISBN9780803740808
Awards and Honors Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books of 2015, Middle-GradeAmazon.com Best Books of the Year 2015, Nonfiction
100 Notable Titles for Reading and Sharing 2015, Children’s Books
2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 6–8
2016 CCBC Choices–Biography and Autobiography
ILA Teachers’ Choices, 2016 Reading List
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Young Readers Edition
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SKU
9780803740808J
When William, a Malawian teen, began building a windmill from junk—and claimed the machine would generate electricity—everyone in his village thought he was crazy. Black-and-white map and illustrations. Full-color photo insert.
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Nonfiction Middle Grades 5-8)
Nonfiction Middle
Nonfiction Middle Grades 5-8)
For Grades 5-8
Knowledge is power, and this category embodies that principle. Featuring 12 carefully selected nonfiction books, the collection spans autobiographies, anthropological studies, and more—making it perfect for research, classroom enrichment, and independent exploration. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.
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