Titles in the Rockets series feature text that is heavily integrated with illustrations, using speech and thought bubbles and sound effects, to help children become proficient at reading on their own. Critical acclaim for Rockets: 'A brilliant series of lively and humorous stories for children who are just beginning to enjoy reading' - Nought 2 Twelve 'offers fast-moving illustrated stories with the kind of humour children love' - School Librarian

Brainy Professor Parrott - who loves investigating the wonders of the universe - has gone for a walk on Tanglemere Common. Suddenly, Mik and Mak the Space Twins beam him aboard their spaceship. The Professor's dream trip has begun - he's over the moon, quite literally!