This inspiring true story follows William Kamkwamba, a curious teenager growing up in a small Malawian village. When a devastating famine strikes his community, William is forced to drop out of school but continues his education by borrowing books from a small library. Using scrap metal, old bicycle parts, and diagrams from a science book, he builds a windmill to generate electricity for his family's home, bringing hope to his entire village. His incredible invention proves that determination and knowledge can overcome even the most difficult challenges.