Erno Rubik and His Magic Cube
Erno Rubik and His Magic Cube by Kerry Aradhya, published by Holiday House on June 11, 2024, is a picture book biography that delves into the life of Ernő Rubik, the creator of the iconic Rubik’s Cube. This 32-page book reveals the obsession, imagination, and engineering process behind the invention of one of the most popular puzzles in history. Through engaging storytelling, it explores Rubik’s childhood interests in books, art, and puzzles, highlighting how these passions shaped his innovative spirit.
Readers will discover the journey of Ernő Rubik from a curious boy in Budapest to a professor of architecture and design, ultimately leading to the creation of the Rubik’s Cube. The narrative emphasizes his fascination with geometric shapes and the creative process that resulted in this beloved puzzle. Accompanied by cheerful, multi-media illustrations by Kara Kramer, the book encourages reflection on inspiration and the joy of problem-solving. This edition is presented in English and is suitable for young readers interested in technology, inventions, and the art of puzzles.
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This first picture book biography of Rubik’s Cube creator Erno Rubik reveals the obsession, imagination, and engineering process behind creating an iconic puzzle.
Celebrating 50 years of the most popular puzzle in history!
In the hills of Budapest, near the banks of the Danube River, lived a quiet boy named Ernő Rubik. He loved books, art, nature, and—most of all—puzzles. And he grew up to create the most popular puzzle in history. This picture book biography explores the experience and interests that inspired the inventor of the Rubik’s Cube.
From the time he was a child, Ernő was curious about the objects around him. What did they look like on the inside? What about geometric shapes? How many ways could he fit them together? Could he combine them so they somehow became something that was greater than its components?
Ernő grew up and became a professor of architecture and design. Still fascinated with how shapes worked together, he fashioned an object, a cube made up of smaller cubes that twisted and turned without breaking. This object eventually became known as the most popular puzzle in history, the Rubik’s Cube.
Kerry Aradhya’s accessible text takes us behind the scenes of the creative process and into the mind and imagination of a remarkable inventor. Kara Kramer’s cheerful, multi-media illustrations encourage readers to think about inspiration, reflection, and the joy of puzzles—and solutions.
A CBC-NSTA Best STEM Book of the Year
Named to the Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List
Named to the Texas Bluebonnet Award List
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