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Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off

By Jennifer George
Series: Rube Goldberg’s Simple Normal
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Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off by Jennifer George is a delightful children's book that explores the whimsical chaos of a day filled with zany inventions and imaginative adventures. Rube, known for his overly complex creations, takes a day off and encounters a series of playful, unexpected events sparked by his quirky machines. The story celebrates creativity and ingenuity, taking readers on an unpredictable and entertaining journey.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you have a fondness for creativity and imaginative problem-solving adventures. Perfect for children and families who revel in the whimsical, it offers an engaging storyline full of clever inventions and unexpected twists. It's a delightful read for those who appreciate humour and the joy of thinking outside the box.

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Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off

The young inventor, Rube Goldberg, enlivens his day off by building incredibly complex chain-reaction machines to solve simple, everyday problems--like playing fetch with your dog in the yard without ever actually leaving your room.

Follow along with young inventor Rube Goldberg on his day off from school in this wacky, STEAM-focused picture book

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A definitely different follow-up to Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Humdrum School Day, written by Jennifer George, the granddaughter of Rube Goldberg, and illustrated by award-winning artist Ed Steckley.

In their latest collaboration, they imagine Rube Goldberg as a young inventor who builds complex machines to solve simple, everyday problems. Follow along as he invents zany chain-reaction contraptions to have the best day off from school ever—including a simple way to play fetch in the yard without leaving his bedroom, a self-operating swing, and a super simple series of movie snacking machines.

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Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Definitely Different Day Off is praised for its colourful, amusing, and detailed illustrations reminiscent of the real Rube Goldberg's style. The book includes playful endpapers featuring sight gags and a variety of animals, enhancing its entertainment value. Additionally, it has an educational aspect, incorporating a section on simple machines.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419748301

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ed Steckley

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 279.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jennifer George Series: Rube Goldberg’s Simple Normal

About the Author

Jennifer George, Rube Goldberg’s granddaughter, was raised and lives in New York City. She is the legacy director of Rube Goldberg, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3), focused on STEM/STEAM education as taught through the legacy and artwork of its namesake. She is the author of Rube Goldberg’s Simple Normal Humdrum School Day and The Art of Rube Goldberg.

Ed Steckley is an award-winning print and advertising illustrator, based in Racine, WI.

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