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For this book club, we will be using the young reader's version of the book The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. You can purchase it in digital, paperback, hardcover, and audio formats. It is also available at many local libraries.

You will also need a notebook for your notes, copywork, dictation, and journaling.

Note to the Parent:

This real-life story follows a young Malawian inventor who builds a windmill to help his village survive a devastating famine. The narrative includes honest, at times graphic, descriptions of hunger, mass starvation, animal death, environmental hardship, and local beliefs. There are details that may be emotionally intense for some readers. However, the writing remains clear and engaging, highlighting themes of ingenuity, education, and perseverance, and presenting STEM concepts in an accessible, uplifting way.

I recommend this course for upper elementary age children and older. As with any children's resource, please refer to trusted sources for reviews before reading. For your reference, we have linked Common Sense Media's review.