How to Build a Rocket

An ideal launch pad for the next generation of space explorers. ~Tim Peake

How to Build a Rocket is not just a book; it's a launchpad for curiosity, making science and teamwork a thrilling adventure! Fran Scott and Paul Boston have created the most delightfully illustrated adventure for aspiring engineers, scientists and explorers. This book will take you on an exhilarating journey through the challenges of real-life rocketry to launching your own, combined with fascinating insights into the real-world space industry. ~Dr Heidi Thiemann, Director of the Space Skills Alliance

How To Build A Rocket is a fabulous mix of real time science experiment, facts, careers advice and history. I love how the sections are broken down into chunks that you can dip in and out of, but also follow along to build your rocket. The science is engaging and easy to understand, links to the National Curriculum, but is fun and engaging in a way that I wish I had access to when I was at school! I really like how Fran has brought in the human stories into the book, so as you build your rocket (from easily accessible materials) you learn about the people behind the rockets and astronauts that make it into space. The language is accessible and diverse, and the illustrations are brilliant and fun! This is a keeper book, for children and adults alike! ~Dr Sheila Kanani MBE, Education Outreach and Diversity officer at the Royal Astronomical Society

My message to all young budding engineers, who want to launch into the world of rocket science, is to grab a copy of this excellent manual! Written by Fran Scott, a very experienced radio, television and podcast presenter, and illustrated by the talented Paul Boston, this book will likely be seen competing for future book awards... Instructions are broken down into manageable sections and together with clear diagrams everything is explained well. This is the perfect gift for a keen scientist to try out during a school holiday or when in a club…Full marks to the creatives behind this publication. Young scientists are so fortunate to have the talents of professionals at their fingertips to help them with experiments such as these. ~Books for Keeps

This book is much more than a series of instructions; there’s a wealth of information about space-related topics...What a terrific way to spend time during the summer break and what an amazing amount children who embark on this project will learn. ~Red Reading Hub