The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Lesson Plan

How does William introduce readers to Malawi? What inferences can be made about the country from the first chapter?

In the very first sentence of the book, William states that before he discovered science, "magic ruled the world." He uses his personal history to offer readers a foundation to understand the country, discussing one of his earliest memories to help set the scene. William tells a story about bubble gum, his vivid description of the sugary confection indicating that bubblegum is more a special treasure than a common treat. This story offers readers insight into the cultural perception of magic, describing powerful sing'anga (witch doctors) manipulating the...