2018
WISE Score
Amazon
Rosie and her crew of retired WWII riveters prove that engineering is a team sport and failure is just a first draft.
4.8
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This is the gold standard for 'educational' content that doesn't feel like a chore. Andrea Beaty has mastered the art of making engineering feel like a scrappy, high-stakes adventure.
It avoids the 'brain rot' trap of mindless entertainment by actually challenging kids to think about how things are made. If your kid is into LEGOs, Minecraft, or just taking the toaster apart, this is a must-buy. It’s smart, funny, and genuinely well-written.
Perfect for the 6-9 crowd. It’s the sweet spot for kids who still want pictures but are ready for a plot that lasts more than ten minutes.
It models intergenerational friendship and a healthy attitude toward failure. Rosie and her Great-Great-Aunt Rose's friends (the Riveters) are loud, fun, and supportive without any of the mean-spirited 'sass' found in some modern kids' media.
The entire premise is built on the 'what if' of engineering. It turns everyday junk into inventions, sparking a huge amount of creative curiosity in kids who like to build.
This is as safe as it gets. No hidden mature themes, no scary elements, and no questionable language. It's pure, constructive fun.
It’s a STEM powerhouse that doesn't feel like a textbook. It subtly introduces historical context about women in WWII while teaching the 'engineering design process' through a narrative lens.
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