William's Early Life
What country was William from?
Malawi
Why did William leave school?
His family could not afford school fees
What invention did William build?
A windmill
Who became interested in William's story?
Journalists, educators, and scientists
What does perseverance mean?
Continuing despite difficulties
How did William's family earn money?
Farming
What happened to his family's crops?
They failed because of the drought
What natural force powered the invention?
Wind
How far did news of his achievement spread?
Internationally
What is the main theme of the story?
Determination can help overcome challenges
What subject did William enjoy learning about?
Science
How did William feel about leaving school?
Disappointed
Name one material William used.
Bicycle parts, plastic blades, or scrap metal
What was William invited to do?
Speak at conferences
Why is William considered a role model?
He solved problems and never gave up
How old was William when he left school?
Fourteen years old
Where did William continue learning?
They thought he was wasting his time
What did the windmill provide for his family?
Electricity/light
What did William continue studying?
Engineering
What does innovation mean in the story?
Creating new ideas or solutions
What major problem affected Malawi in 2001?
A severe drought
What did some villagers think about his project?
hey thought he was wasting his time
What other problem did William later help solve?
Pumping water for crops
What three words best describe the qualities William promoted?
Curiosity, determination, and hard work
Explain how William turned a challenge into an opportunity.
He used his lack of resources as motivation to invent a windmill