The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Young Readers Edition

"[An] inspiring story of curiosity and ingenuity." Publishers Weekly

"This book will appeal to adults eager to impart an uplifting Third World human-interest story, but it is also sure to resonate with children who will simply love the curiosity, resilience and resourcefulness of this doughty African youth." Wall Street Journal

"A powerful, gorgeously illustrated children's picture book." The Boston Globe

"This is a dynamic portrait of a young person whose connection to the land, concern for his community, and drive to solve problems offer an inspiring model." School Library Journal

"Zunon illustrates handsomely, with contrasting cut-paper-collage details and broad, sere landscapes painted in visibly textured oils." Kirkus

"This picture book in accessible free verse will draw kids who love to construct their own engineering gadgets." Booklist

Cooperative Children s Book Center s 2013 Best-of-the-year list. CCBC