Description
A Rube Goldberg machine is designed to perform a simple task through a series of elaborate steps. These simple machines are named after Reuben "Rube" Goldberg, an American cartoonist, engineer, and inventor. Learn how these fun machines work and ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this informational text features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Ideal for school reports and projects, this STEAM book will appeal to reluctant readers and ages 6-8.
Title Details
Author: |
Herweck Rice, Dona |
Publisher: |
Teacher Created Materials |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2019 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
621.815 |
Dewey Range: |
600s |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
9 |
Guided Reading Level: |
P |
Guided Reading Interest Age: |
Grade 3 |
Lexile Level: |
560 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |