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I Wouldn’t Let a Panda Launch a Spacecraft

A guide to how things work in space

Paul Mason, Author

Pipi Sposito, Illustrator

Series: I Wouldn't Let...

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: February 12, 2026

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526330901

Series: I Wouldn't Let...

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: September 24, 2026

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526330918

Join Panda on a hilarious adventure as an astronaut and discover what life is like in space.

In this funny and fact-filled book, children learn key science facts while laughing out loud. Find out what happens when Panda tries to eat in zero gravity, runs science experiments, exercises in space, lives on board a space station and attempts a spacewalk- as well as trying to fly a spacecraft! And there are bonus Panda facts to learn along the way, too! The book cleverly covers core key stage 2 science curriculum topics such as forces and gravity; Earth and Space, from how a rocket launches to how the Earth is a giant magnet.

Written by Paul Mason and hilariously illustrated by Pipi Sposito the I Wouldn’t Let … series combines mischievous animal antics with essential science learning, designed as part-comic book they are perfectly pitched for readers 7+ . Who knew learning could be this much fun!

Other books include: I Wouldn’t Let … A Dog Ride a Bike; A Cat Teach Me to Skydive; An Elephant Ride a Skateboard; A Bear Build a House; A Shark Be My Doctor.

Paul Mason

Paul’s books cover a wide range of subjects, from whether the Romans ate crisps to how to build the world’s best skatepark, but he writes mostly about sport. Whether you are interested in swimming, cycling, snowboarding, surfing or another sport, Paul has probably written something that will inspire you to get out and give it a try. Paul writes in a shack by the beach, which he shares with his one-eyed surf dog, Daisy.

Pipi Sposito

Pipi was born in Buenos Aires in the fabulous 60’s and has always drawn. As a little child, he used to make plasticine figures too. He took them along to school as a hobby and at the age of 19 he found out he could earn a living by drawing. Pipi started designing humor magazines and was surrounded by the original drawings of many experimented artists. At the same time, he was encouraged to publish his own works. His curiosity lead him from then onwards. Pipi’s drawings are usually funny and expressive. He develops cartoons and children’s illustration in different artistic styles, and also 3D figures and puppets. He does some caricaturing as well, and he has done character design for animation, key animation and layouts. Pipi listens to music when he works. He loves Zappa, Bowie, Queen and he is fond of Progressive Rock.