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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF GUIDE FOR COMMUNITY COORDINATORS Themes: Innovation, Energy, Africa, Imagination, Perseverance Book Brief: A boy in a drought-ravaged village in Africa wonders how things work. Teaching himself English from old science books, he builds a
windmill for his village. Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon
TIME TO READ! Before reading: Ask if anyone knows what harnessed means. This story is about a 14-year-old boy who harnessed or “caught” the wind to help his family and his village survive.
RELATED ACTIVITIES TECHNOLOGY LINK
INNOVATIVE INVENTIONS (AGES 8-12)
Hear William KamKwamba tell how he harnessed the wind. http://movingwindmills.org/documentary
Children’s Challenge: Using William as an example, think of something to invent to solve a problem or address a need for you and your family. Create a poster showcasing your invention and its benefits.
WHIMSICAL WINDMILLS (AGES 7-12) Materials: scissors, paper, pencil with eraser, push pin, crayons Cut a square from paper. Mark pin hole dots as shown on diagram. Decorate both sides. Cut from each corner stopping just before the center hole. Use push pin to punch hole in first corner, bending paper towards center hole. Continue with other three corners slipping each onto the end of the push pin. Push pin through center hole and onto pencil eraser. Blow to test if the pinwheel moves. Adjust as needed.
BUILDING BLOCKS (AGES 5-7) Bring together blocks and other miscellaneous items from the Mystery Box. Encourage children to think like William and see what they can build.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OTHER BOOKS ABOUT WIND AND ENERGY Catch the Wind, Anne Johnson (2008) Energy Island, Allan Drummond (2011) Wind Power, Tea Benduhn (2008)
CATCH THE WIND (AGES 5-12) Materials: paper plates, craft sticks, tape, petroleum jelly, magnifying glasses Make a wind catcher. Attach craft stick to back of plate. Dab petroleum jelly in a small circle in the middle of the plate. Take wind catcher outside on a windy day. Which way is the wind blowing? Place wind catcher into the ground so the front of plate is facing the wind. Leave for 30 minutes. Collect wind catcher and use magnifying glasses to see what the wind blew in the center of the plate.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF GUIDE FOR EDUCATORS Themes: Innovation, Energy, Africa, Imagination, Perseverance Book Brief: A boy in a drought-ravaged village in Africa wonders how things work. Teaching himself English from old science books, he builds a windmill for his village.
Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon Content Connections: Science, Social Studies, Engineering
TIME TO READ! BEFORE WE READ, LET’S LOOK AT… The Cover: “Based on the cover illustration explain what you think the title means.” The Pictures: Have students look at the first page on which it shows the village. “What can you tell me about the living situation in a village in Malwai? What resources might be available?”
Prior Knowledge: Have students ever seen a windmill? If so, where was it and what purpose did it serve? Explain that when the wind moves the blades of the windmill, it produces energy, which can be used to do different types of work. William lives in Malwai. Who knows where that is? On what continent? Let’s find it on the map. Vocabulary: harnessed, maize, pangas Purpose for Reading: “As we read, be prepared to summarize the challenges that William faced on his journey to harness the wind.”
WHILE WE READ MONITORING COMPREHENSION u Where did William’s curiosity come from? u What can you infer about William? u How would you feel if others thought you were
misala, crazy?
u Could he have
accomplished his goal without help? u With no electricity, where do you think the light bulb came from?
LET’S THINK ABOUT Our Purpose: “What challenges did William face throughout this story?” Extending our Thinking: Ask these open-ended questions: What would your life be like with no electricity? What part did William’s parents play in his quest to build the windmill? Why was William the first to bring this type of resource to his village?
NOTE TO EDUCATORS u Extension Activities for Educators also available. u Vocabulary Scaffolding Sheet also available.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES Themes: Innovation, Energy, Africa, Imagination, Perseverance Book Brief: A boy in a drought-ravaged village in Africa wonders how things work. Teaching himself English from old science books, he builds a
windmill for his village. Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon
TIME TO READ! Before reading, build background knowledge: What does it mean to “harness” something? What is a windmill? Have you ever seen one before in person?
While reading, make connections: Why are water and electricity important for most communities? How does the life William leads in Malwai compare with yours? After reading, ask questions: What surprised you most in this story? Why do you think the others called him crazy instead of helping him with his vision? What motivates someone like William?
RELATED ACTIVITIES CONSTRUCTION ZONE Materials: recycled boxes, containers, bottle caps, straws etc. William and his friends constructed toy trucks out of recycled materials. Get a friend and see what type of toys you can construct. Can you make a toy truck? What other ideas do you have? What challenges did you face in the construction process?
STRAWBERRY WINDMILLS Ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate spread, strawberries, blueberries Thinly slice strawberries lengthwise. Place enough chocolate spread on graham cracker to hold strawberries in place.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OTHER BOOKS ABOUT WIND AND ENERGY Catch the Wind, Anne Johnson (2008) Energy Island, Allan Drummond (2011) Wind Power, Tea Benduhn (2008)
Arrange strawberry slices in the shape of the blades on a windmill. Place a blueberry in the center. Eat and enjoy!
WIND WALK Materials: scissors, paper, pencil with eraser, push pin Using the handout (page 2) create your own pinwheel. Take your pinwheel out for a wind walk. How windy is it? In a 10-second period, count how many times your pinwheel goes around.
TECHNOLOGY LINK Find out firsthand about William and his inspiration to help his village. Visit www.movingwindmills.org/ documentary
MAKING A PINWHEEL HANDOUT 1.) Cut a square from paper (along outer dotted lines). 2.) Decorate both sides of paper.
5.) Continue with other three corners slipping each onto the end of the push pin.
3.) Cut from each corner (along dotted lines) toward center stopping at the X.
6.) Push pin through center hole and onto pencil eraser or other kind of handle.
4.) Use push pin to punch hole in first corner, bending paper toward the center hole.
7.) Blow to test if the pinwheel moves. Adjust as needed.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF VOCABULARY SCAFFOLD
to scan: to look briefly in order to find something
hoe: a garden tool with a flat blade and long handle
to scorch: to damage something by making it extremely dry
gush: to flow out very quickly and in large amounts
bearings: a machine part in which another part turns or slides
to sulk: to show you are upset about something by being quiet, not smiling
to tinker: to try to repair or improve something
mango: a juicy tropical fruit with yellow and red skin
gale: a very strong wind
pinwheel: a toy with a set of thin blades arranged like a fan on the end of a stick that spin like a wheel when air is blown on them
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind RIF EXTENSION ACTIVITIES FOR EDUCATORS THINK-TAC-TOE ACTIVITY OPTIONS u Individual students can choose an activity to complete. u Student pairs or cooperative groups can work together on a choice of their own. u Educator can assign an activity for an individual, pairs or groups.
INNOVATIVE INVENTIONS
IN THE NEWS!
EXPENSIVE EDUCATION
From toilet paper to light bulbs; bubble gum to blue jeans, everywhere you look you see an invention. Choose the one invention you think you think is the most innovative. Prepare a presentation of your choice to show why you think this invention is tops!
As a reporter for the local newspaper, write a newspaper article about William and his recent accomplishment, constructing a windmill. Make sure to answer the journalism questions: who, what, when, where, why, how and so what? Have an eye-catching headline so people will read your article!
William was desperate to stay in school but couldn’t because of money. The school fees in Malwai were $80. Create a display that shows how much money it costs per day to attend school. What do you think the money covers per day? Compare this to your experience. Is $80 too much or too little based on your findings?
Science, Writing, Social Studies
Writing, Science
Math, Social Studies
IN HIS SHOES…
DEAR DIARY
Make a Venn diagram to compare your experiences at home and school to William’s. What are the similarities and/or differences? Do you think William would have had the same motivation if he lived in your area now?
Find out what William was thinking by watching his documentary at http://movingwindmills.org/documentary. Choose a period of William’s life: before, during or after the windmill project. Write a diary entry from William’s perspective, reflecting the thoughts he may have had on that day. Technology, Writing
Language Arts, Social Studies
MINI WINDMILL Draw a circle about three inches in diameter and cut out. Find the center of the circle. Divide circle into 8 even wedge shapes. Cut along lines to about 1/4 inch from the center. Place a push pin through center onto pencil eraser. Gently bend down one corner on each wedge. Be sure to use the same angle each time. Will it spin in the wind? Science, Engineering , Math, Art
COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU William and the Windmill is the documentary film about William Kamkwamaba. Create a movie poster to feature this documentary so that others would want to see this amazing story. When finished, log on to www.williamandthewindmill.com to see the original. What was the focus of it? What is the focus of yours? Art, Language Arts, Technology
STEAM-THEMED: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math
WISEST WIND TOOL An anemometer measures how fast the wind is blowing. Google “how to make an anemometer.” Copy the directions; compare the process and the materials needed from at least 2 different sites. Which anemometer do you think would be the most efficient? Include a diagram of your choice to help explain your reasoning.
Science, Technology, Math
windmill for his village. Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon
TIME TO READ! Before reading: Ask if anyone knows what harnessed means. This story is about a 14-year-old boy who harnessed or “caught” the wind to help his family and his village survive.
RELATED ACTIVITIES TECHNOLOGY LINK
INNOVATIVE INVENTIONS (AGES 8-12)
Hear William KamKwamba tell how he harnessed the wind. http://movingwindmills.org/documentary
Children’s Challenge: Using William as an example, think of something to invent to solve a problem or address a need for you and your family. Create a poster showcasing your invention and its benefits.
WHIMSICAL WINDMILLS (AGES 7-12) Materials: scissors, paper, pencil with eraser, push pin, crayons Cut a square from paper. Mark pin hole dots as shown on diagram. Decorate both sides. Cut from each corner stopping just before the center hole. Use push pin to punch hole in first corner, bending paper towards center hole. Continue with other three corners slipping each onto the end of the push pin. Push pin through center hole and onto pencil eraser. Blow to test if the pinwheel moves. Adjust as needed.
BUILDING BLOCKS (AGES 5-7) Bring together blocks and other miscellaneous items from the Mystery Box. Encourage children to think like William and see what they can build.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OTHER BOOKS ABOUT WIND AND ENERGY Catch the Wind, Anne Johnson (2008) Energy Island, Allan Drummond (2011) Wind Power, Tea Benduhn (2008)
CATCH THE WIND (AGES 5-12) Materials: paper plates, craft sticks, tape, petroleum jelly, magnifying glasses Make a wind catcher. Attach craft stick to back of plate. Dab petroleum jelly in a small circle in the middle of the plate. Take wind catcher outside on a windy day. Which way is the wind blowing? Place wind catcher into the ground so the front of plate is facing the wind. Leave for 30 minutes. Collect wind catcher and use magnifying glasses to see what the wind blew in the center of the plate.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF GUIDE FOR EDUCATORS Themes: Innovation, Energy, Africa, Imagination, Perseverance Book Brief: A boy in a drought-ravaged village in Africa wonders how things work. Teaching himself English from old science books, he builds a windmill for his village.
Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon Content Connections: Science, Social Studies, Engineering
TIME TO READ! BEFORE WE READ, LET’S LOOK AT… The Cover: “Based on the cover illustration explain what you think the title means.” The Pictures: Have students look at the first page on which it shows the village. “What can you tell me about the living situation in a village in Malwai? What resources might be available?”
Prior Knowledge: Have students ever seen a windmill? If so, where was it and what purpose did it serve? Explain that when the wind moves the blades of the windmill, it produces energy, which can be used to do different types of work. William lives in Malwai. Who knows where that is? On what continent? Let’s find it on the map. Vocabulary: harnessed, maize, pangas Purpose for Reading: “As we read, be prepared to summarize the challenges that William faced on his journey to harness the wind.”
WHILE WE READ MONITORING COMPREHENSION u Where did William’s curiosity come from? u What can you infer about William? u How would you feel if others thought you were
misala, crazy?
u Could he have
accomplished his goal without help? u With no electricity, where do you think the light bulb came from?
LET’S THINK ABOUT Our Purpose: “What challenges did William face throughout this story?” Extending our Thinking: Ask these open-ended questions: What would your life be like with no electricity? What part did William’s parents play in his quest to build the windmill? Why was William the first to bring this type of resource to his village?
NOTE TO EDUCATORS u Extension Activities for Educators also available. u Vocabulary Scaffolding Sheet also available.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES Themes: Innovation, Energy, Africa, Imagination, Perseverance Book Brief: A boy in a drought-ravaged village in Africa wonders how things work. Teaching himself English from old science books, he builds a
windmill for his village. Author: William KamKwamba and Bryan Mealer Illustrator: Elizabeth Zunon
TIME TO READ! Before reading, build background knowledge: What does it mean to “harness” something? What is a windmill? Have you ever seen one before in person?
While reading, make connections: Why are water and electricity important for most communities? How does the life William leads in Malwai compare with yours? After reading, ask questions: What surprised you most in this story? Why do you think the others called him crazy instead of helping him with his vision? What motivates someone like William?
RELATED ACTIVITIES CONSTRUCTION ZONE Materials: recycled boxes, containers, bottle caps, straws etc. William and his friends constructed toy trucks out of recycled materials. Get a friend and see what type of toys you can construct. Can you make a toy truck? What other ideas do you have? What challenges did you face in the construction process?
STRAWBERRY WINDMILLS Ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate spread, strawberries, blueberries Thinly slice strawberries lengthwise. Place enough chocolate spread on graham cracker to hold strawberries in place.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OTHER BOOKS ABOUT WIND AND ENERGY Catch the Wind, Anne Johnson (2008) Energy Island, Allan Drummond (2011) Wind Power, Tea Benduhn (2008)
Arrange strawberry slices in the shape of the blades on a windmill. Place a blueberry in the center. Eat and enjoy!
WIND WALK Materials: scissors, paper, pencil with eraser, push pin Using the handout (page 2) create your own pinwheel. Take your pinwheel out for a wind walk. How windy is it? In a 10-second period, count how many times your pinwheel goes around.
TECHNOLOGY LINK Find out firsthand about William and his inspiration to help his village. Visit www.movingwindmills.org/ documentary
MAKING A PINWHEEL HANDOUT 1.) Cut a square from paper (along outer dotted lines). 2.) Decorate both sides of paper.
5.) Continue with other three corners slipping each onto the end of the push pin.
3.) Cut from each corner (along dotted lines) toward center stopping at the X.
6.) Push pin through center hole and onto pencil eraser or other kind of handle.
4.) Use push pin to punch hole in first corner, bending paper toward the center hole.
7.) Blow to test if the pinwheel moves. Adjust as needed.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind A RIF VOCABULARY SCAFFOLD
to scan: to look briefly in order to find something
hoe: a garden tool with a flat blade and long handle
to scorch: to damage something by making it extremely dry
gush: to flow out very quickly and in large amounts
bearings: a machine part in which another part turns or slides
to sulk: to show you are upset about something by being quiet, not smiling
to tinker: to try to repair or improve something
mango: a juicy tropical fruit with yellow and red skin
gale: a very strong wind
pinwheel: a toy with a set of thin blades arranged like a fan on the end of a stick that spin like a wheel when air is blown on them
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind RIF EXTENSION ACTIVITIES FOR EDUCATORS THINK-TAC-TOE ACTIVITY OPTIONS u Individual students can choose an activity to complete. u Student pairs or cooperative groups can work together on a choice of their own. u Educator can assign an activity for an individual, pairs or groups.
INNOVATIVE INVENTIONS
IN THE NEWS!
EXPENSIVE EDUCATION
From toilet paper to light bulbs; bubble gum to blue jeans, everywhere you look you see an invention. Choose the one invention you think you think is the most innovative. Prepare a presentation of your choice to show why you think this invention is tops!
As a reporter for the local newspaper, write a newspaper article about William and his recent accomplishment, constructing a windmill. Make sure to answer the journalism questions: who, what, when, where, why, how and so what? Have an eye-catching headline so people will read your article!
William was desperate to stay in school but couldn’t because of money. The school fees in Malwai were $80. Create a display that shows how much money it costs per day to attend school. What do you think the money covers per day? Compare this to your experience. Is $80 too much or too little based on your findings?
Science, Writing, Social Studies
Writing, Science
Math, Social Studies
IN HIS SHOES…
DEAR DIARY
Make a Venn diagram to compare your experiences at home and school to William’s. What are the similarities and/or differences? Do you think William would have had the same motivation if he lived in your area now?
Find out what William was thinking by watching his documentary at http://movingwindmills.org/documentary. Choose a period of William’s life: before, during or after the windmill project. Write a diary entry from William’s perspective, reflecting the thoughts he may have had on that day. Technology, Writing
Language Arts, Social Studies
MINI WINDMILL Draw a circle about three inches in diameter and cut out. Find the center of the circle. Divide circle into 8 even wedge shapes. Cut along lines to about 1/4 inch from the center. Place a push pin through center onto pencil eraser. Gently bend down one corner on each wedge. Be sure to use the same angle each time. Will it spin in the wind? Science, Engineering , Math, Art
COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU William and the Windmill is the documentary film about William Kamkwamaba. Create a movie poster to feature this documentary so that others would want to see this amazing story. When finished, log on to www.williamandthewindmill.com to see the original. What was the focus of it? What is the focus of yours? Art, Language Arts, Technology
STEAM-THEMED: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math
WISEST WIND TOOL An anemometer measures how fast the wind is blowing. Google “how to make an anemometer.” Copy the directions; compare the process and the materials needed from at least 2 different sites. Which anemometer do you think would be the most efficient? Include a diagram of your choice to help explain your reasoning.
Science, Technology, Math
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