Children's Nonfiction that Reads Like Fiction


Showing 1 - 3 of 3  There are a total of 20 valid entries on the list.
Book cover for "The boy who harnessed the wind"
Star rating for The boy who harnessed the wind
Average Rating:
5 stars
Description:
Presents a story of how William Kamkwamba, an African teenager built a windmill from scraps to create electricity for his home and his village, improving life for himself and his neighbors. In this memoir adapted for young readers, William Kamkwamba describes the drought that struck his tiny village in Malawi, his subsequent interest in science, and his idea to build a windmill. Made out of scrap metal and old bicycle parts, William's windmill brought...
Book cover for "When stars are scattered"
Star rating for When stars are scattered
Average Rating:
4.8 stars
Description:
Omar and his younger brother Hassan live in a refugee camp, and when an opportunity for Omar to get an education comes along, he must decide between going to school every day or caring for his nonverbal brother in this ... portrayal of family and daily life in a refugee camp. "Omar and his younger brother Hassan live in a refugee camp, and when an opportunity for Omar to get an education comes along, he must decide between going to school every day...
Book cover for "The worst of friends"
Star rating for The worst of friends
Average Rating:
5 stars