William Pickering: Kiwi Rocket Man
William Pickering: Kiwi Rocket Man
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What happens when a curious Kiwi kid looks through a school telescope?
William Pickering grew up in Aotearoa dreaming of reaching the planets. That curiosity carried him through failed experiments and rocket launches, all the way to helping the world begin exploring space.
A true New Zealand story that's perfect for space and science learning, and for showing tamariki that big dreams can start right here. As the book says, "William Pickering didn't just study the stars. He brought us closer to them."
- The real story of a Kiwi space pioneer
- Great for space, science and inspiring-people kaupapa
- Celebrates curiosity and not giving up
Written by Maria Gill
Illustrated by Alistair Hughes
Picture book, paperback
32 pages, 250mm x 250mm
ISBN: 9781776891832
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