Kate is a curious and adventurous ten-year-old who loves asking questions—especially about science. When her teacher, Ms. Thompson, announces a new science unit on rockets, Kate can’t wait to dive in. Alongside her best friend Mario, she eagerly begins work on the model rocket for their class project.
But class projects aren’t always easy. When classmate Mike gets involved, the project takes an unexpected turn. Mike seems determined to cause trouble for Mario, and tensions rise as the countdown to launch day begins. With challenges to overcome and relationships put to the test, Kate and Mario must use creativity, perseverance, and scientific thinking to see their project through.
Will their rocket make it to the Great Launch?
A Book Like No Other!
The adventure doesn’t end with the story. Curious Kate and the Great Launch blends fiction and nonfiction to inspire young readers to explore science beyond the page.
At the end of the novel, readers will find:
Three kid-friendly informational articles about rockets and space travel
Step-by-step guides for building two different model rockets, encouraging hands-on experimentation
Perfect for curious readers ages 8–11, this engaging chapter book brings science to life through story, learning, and discovery.
Kate is a curious and adventurous ten-year-old who loves asking questions—especially about science. When her teacher, Ms. Thompson, announces a new science unit on rockets, Kate can’t wait to dive in. Alongside her best friend Mario, she eagerly begins work on the model rocket for their class project.
But class projects aren’t always easy. When classmate Mike gets involved, the project takes an unexpected turn. Mike seems determined to cause trouble for Mario, and tensions rise as the countdown to launch day begins. With challenges to overcome and relationships put to the test, Kate and Mario must use creativity, perseverance, and scientific thinking to see their project through.
Will their rocket make it to the Great Launch?
A Book Like No Other!
The adventure doesn’t end with the story. Curious Kate and the Great Launch blends fiction and nonfiction to inspire young readers to explore science beyond the page.
At the end of the novel, readers will find:
Three kid-friendly informational articles about rockets and space travel
Step-by-step guides for building two different model rockets, encouraging hands-on experimentation
Perfect for curious readers ages 8–11, this engaging chapter book brings science to life through story, learning, and discovery.
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