The New Switcheroo

This hilarious chapter book, the second in the Rube Goldberg and His Amazing Machines series, follows sixth-grader Rube as he grapples with newfound fame and self-doubt. When a new mystery strikes, Rube, along with his best friends Boob and Pearl, must use their ingenuity to solve it and save Pearl's class president campaign, all while questioning the motives of a mysterious new friend. It's a delightful blend of humor, mystery, and STEM-inspired problem-solving, perfect for engaging young readers aged 7-11, and a fun read-aloud for younger children. The story subtly explores themes of friendship, trust, and self-confidence amidst the hijinks.

The hilarious follow-up to Rube Goldberg and His Amazing Machines by bestselling author Brandon T. Snider and featuring illustrations by award-winning artist Ed Steckley After unintentionally unmasking a criminal mastermind at his school's Contraption Convention, Rube Goldberg--and his inventions--are the talk of the sixth grade. Rube's star is on the rise, and it's a lot of pressure. What if he's lost his mojo? There's no time to wonder, because Rube and his two best friends, Boob and Pearl, are busy planning Pearl's campaign for class president. With the Switcheroo Dance a weekend before the big election, Pearl's path to victory is set. That is, until a new mystery strikes the town. Rube is eager to bring Zach into the fold, but Boob and Pearl can't help but wonder if Rube's mysterious new friend is hiding something . . . will Rube get his mojo back in time to unravel the mystery and save Pearl's campaign? Hijinks and hilarity abound in this dynamic follow-up to Rube Goldberg and His Amazing Machines, written by bestselling author Brandon T. Snider and featuring black-and-white illustrations by Ed Steckley.