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Rube Goldberg's Simple Normal Humdrum School Day

Item Code: TH5586

MTA Teachers Resource Catalogue Page: 211

$33.29 (inc. GST)
$28.95 (ex. GST)
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Join Rube Goldberg as he navigates the most complicated œsimple school day ever in this wildly imaginative and STEM-infused picture book. With his trademark flair, Rube turns ordinary routines-like brushing teeth or getting dressed-into hilariously over-engineered contraptions. Each invention is a visual delight, inviting readers to follow the zany sequences and spot cause-and-effect relationships. With humour, curiosity, and clever illustrations, this book introduces children to creative problem-solving, engineering concepts, and the joy of thinking differently.

Educational Benefits:

  • Introduces basic engineering and physics through humorous scenarios.
  • Reinforces sequencing and cause-and-effect understanding.
  • Encourages creative thinking and design skills.
  • Integrates literacy with STEM/STEAM concepts.

Classroom Ideas:

  • Challenge students to design their own Rube Goldberg machine using craft materials.
  • Explore the concept of chain reactions in science.
  • Use the illustrations to practise sequencing and retelling.
  • Discuss real-world inventions that solve simple problems creatively.

Safety & Information:

  • Suitable for ages 5+
  • Dimensions: Standard picture book format
  • Softcover with engaging, detailed illustrations
  • Safe for classroom handling with rounded corners and non-toxic materials