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Discover "Electric Wind: The Story of William Kamkwamba," a groundbreaking book that narrates the inspiring journey of a young Malawian inventor. In his quest for knowledge, William Kamkwamba ingeniously constructed a windmill from discarded materials to generate electricity for his village, showcasing the power of creativity and determination. This beautifully illustrated, brand new book, released in 2019 by ECPP, combines factual recounting with essential concepts from the Technologies curriculum, making it ideal for Year levels 1 to 3. With insights into engineering principles, this book emphasizes how thinking differently can lead to extraordinary solutions and how tinkering can foster innovation. Discover vocabulary resources essential for understanding mechanical concepts and electricity. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and young readers eager to learn about resourcefulness, this text is part of the Flying Start to Literacy series, an award-winning literacy program that enhances students' reading strategies. Enhance your collection with this engaging title. Please note: Shipping for this item is FREE, and we aim to deliver within 15 days from our Auckland warehouse, with no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes.
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760869007
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 28
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About this text:Title:Electric Wind: The Story of William Kamkwamba Synopsis:  This book recounts the amazing story of William Kamkwamba from Malawi. He used pieces of junk to make a windmill to generate electricity. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 30 Text type: Factual Recount Curriculum link: Technologies: Engineering principles and system. Content vocabulary: automatic circuit designed device diagrams electricity energy experiment invented/ors investigated mechanical scientists tinkering windmill wind-powered High frequency words: Key concepts: Sometimes, people who think differently can be thought of as unusual by others. Knowledge, creativity and determination can help a person to solve problems. Reading strategies: Asking and answering questions Phonics: Exploring the suffix or as in inventor Paired text: Marvellous Maddie Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Electric Wind: The Story of William Kamkwamba / Marvellous Maddie Series: Flying Start to Literacy Alternative purchasing options: This title is available in one of several value packs. Speak to your Oxford Education consultant today to learn more www.oup.com.au/contact Digital sample pages: can be viewed at www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au/online-sample Series information: Flying Start to Literacy is an award-winning comprehensive literacy program. It reflects best practice in literacy instruction and supports the systematic development of students’ reading strategies and skills. Each Student Book is part of connected pair, a narrative book and an informative book, both presenting the same key concepts and vocabular
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760869007
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 28
Description:
About this text:Title:Electric Wind: The Story of William Kamkwamba Synopsis:  This book recounts the amazing story of William Kamkwamba from Malawi. He used pieces of junk to make a windmill to generate electricity. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 30 Text type: Factual Recount Curriculum link: Technologies: Engineering principles and system. Content vocabulary: automatic circuit designed device diagrams electricity energy experiment invented/ors investigated mechanical scientists tinkering windmill wind-powered High frequency words: Key concepts: Sometimes, people who think differently can be thought of as unusual by others. Knowledge, creativity and determination can help a person to solve problems. Reading strategies: Asking and answering questions Phonics: Exploring the suffix or as in inventor Paired text: Marvellous Maddie Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Electric Wind: The Story of William Kamkwamba / Marvellous Maddie Series: Flying Start to Literacy Alternative purchasing options: This title is available in one of several value packs. Speak to your Oxford Education consultant today to learn more www.oup.com.au/contact Digital sample pages: can be viewed at www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au/online-sample Series information: Flying Start to Literacy is an award-winning comprehensive literacy program. It reflects best practice in literacy instruction and supports the systematic development of students’ reading strategies and skills. Each Student Book is part of connected pair, a narrative book and an informative book, both presenting the same key concepts and vocabular