Inspiring Stories by Alison Yang

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When he was just 14 years old, Malawian inventor William Kamkwamba built his family an electricity-generating windmill from spare parts, working from rough plans he found in a library book.

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Jack Andraka talks about how he developed a promising early detection test for pancreatic cancer that's super cheap, effective and non-invasive -- all before his 16th birthday.

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Gitanjali Rao talks about how her device could solve the crisis of clean water in Michigan, India and many other parts of the world.

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Nijel Murray
Founder of Klothes4Kids, Nijel provides clothing and necessities to foster children, demonstrating the power of compassion and community support.

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Greta Thunberg: "The disarming case to act right now on climate change"
Greta discusses the urgency of climate action and the responsibility of youth to lead the charge.

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15 Kidpreneurs Who Took The Business World By Storm

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Aanya Rao (14)

Aanya started Art:Connect, an initiative that uses art to enhance the healing process in healthcare settings, providing a platform for young artists to showcase their work in hospitals and nursing homes

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Sarah Dewitz (10)
Sarah started Just 1 Book, a project that has collected around half a million books for children in need, ensuring that they have access to reading materials.

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Jordan Somer organized Miss Amazing pageant specifically for girls with disabilities.

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Alina Morse (Zollipops)
Alina created Zollipops, sugar-free lollipops that promote dental health, at age 7. Her product is now sold in major retailers across the U.S.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 13:30:54 UTC

Lily Born (Kangaroo Cup)
Lily invented the Kangaroo Cup at age 8 to help her grandfather, who had Parkinson's disease, preventing spills and making drinking easier.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 13:32:15 UTC

Cory Nieves (Mr. Cory's Cookies)
Cory started his cookie business at age 6 to help his mother buy a car. His cookies gained popularity, and he has appeared on various media platforms.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 13:38:13 UTC

Jimin Lee created SELFidence, an international youth-run organization, in 2020 to help the youth build their self-confidence and mental health. SELFidecne strives to make a safe and open space for youth to discuss their mental health journey.

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In this heartfelt interview, Gabrielle and Sarina Vernov share their incredible journey of launching GLOW4Kids, a charitable initiative supporting children with cancer.

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18 year old International Baccalaureate student’s MYP personal project becomes charity with NGO status

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Me & the Bees Lemonade was founded by Mikaila Ulmer when she was inspired by a few memorable experiences in her childhood.

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Ryan Hickman
Began Ryan's Recycling Company at age 3, now a successful recycling business and environmental advocacy platform

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Moziah Bridges
Started Mo's Bows at age 9, selling handmade bow ties and now running a successful fashion company

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Easton LaChappelle (Robotics)
Easton taught himself robotics and 3D printing, starting at age 14. He spent countless hours learning programming and engineering to create advanced prosthetic arms, eventually founding his own company at 18.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:02:56 UTC

Ann invented the Hollow Flashlight at 15, which runs on body heat. She devoted her time to learning about thermoelectric energy, prototyping, and product design, often working on her inventions after school and on weekends.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:05:09 UTC

Adora Svitak
Adora began giving public speeches at age 7 and by her teens was a regular speaker at conferences. At 12, she delivered a TED Talk titled "What Adults Can Learn from Kids," showcasing her developed public speaking abilities.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:06:45 UTC

Sophia (A Teen Girl With Thoughts)
At just 14 years old, Sophia runs her blog, "A Teen Girl With Thoughts," where she shares her reflections on life, kindness, and personal experiences. Through her blog, she has developed her writing skills and engages with her audience by discussing relatable teen topics.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:19:53 UTC

Tavi Gevinson
Tavi started her fashion blog, Style Rookie, at age 11. She self-taught herself about writing, fashion, and online media, eventually becoming a prominent voice in the fashion industry and launching her own magazine, Rookie.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:27:27 UTC

Nina D. (Language Learning)
Nina, a 15-year-old, became fluent in Japanese by self-teaching through apps, online courses, and language exchange meetups. She dedicated time to practicing speaking with native speakers and even participated in a student exchange program in Japan.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:30:09 UTC

A Beginner's Guide To SEWING! How to use a sewing machine

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:31:13 UTC

Fishing 101: A guide for beginners

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Photography

Start a photography club where students can learn about composition, lighting, and editing. They can work on projects like photo essays or themed photo challenges.

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Painting and Drawing

Organize art workshops where students can explore different mediums like watercolor, acrylics, or charcoal. They can create individual or collaborative art pieces.

alisonyangh — 2024-09-01 14:35:38 UTC

Knitting or Crocheting

Start a knitting or crocheting and learn the basics and work on projects like scarves, hats, or blankets. Students can also donate their creations to local charities.