What if a picture book could do more than just tell a story? What if it could spark your child's biggest dreams and launch a lifelong passion for STEM?
This isn't a book that ends on the last page. Based on the core belief that Dreaming is Believing, When I'm an Astronaut is a unique conversation starter, written as a series of powerful affirmations to be shared between an adult and a child. Each page is a launchpad for discovery, nurturing a child's natural curiosity about science, space, and their own limitless potential.
The stunning illustrations are packed with scientifically accurate, real-life details, from the International Space Station to the Mars Rover, for you and your child to find together, turning storytime into an adventure.
Use this book to spark essential conversations about:
- STEM concepts like physics, geology, and problem-solving
- Courage, curiosity, and exploring the unknown
- The importance of teamwork and perseverance
- Believing in yourself and aiming for the stars
Written by surgeon and advocate Dr. Samantha Pillay, this book continues her mission to challenge gender stereotypes and inspire children, especially young girls, to lead in STEM.
Ideal for children aged 4 to 8, When I'm an Astronaut is an experience that continues to spark imagination long after the book is closed. Extend the journey with the companion Activity Book (sold separately) to deepen the learning with fun, educational exercises.
Give a gift that creates conversations that last a lifetime.
Pillay, Samantha: - "Samantha finished school at age 16 years and commenced studying medicine at The University of Adelaide. Driven to take on challenges, she became the first woman in South Australia to complete the adult Urological Surgical training program despite physical limitations from congenital hip dysplasia.Whilst training in urology, Samantha saw a need for a greater focus on incontinence treatments for women and a need for specialised care. Her vision was to establish a sub-specialty practice bringing the best treatments available to the women of South Australia. She became the first urologist in South Australia to exclusively specialise in female and functional urology, establishing Continence Matters in 2002, subsequently building her single surgeon practice into a Centre of Excellence.Dr Pillay has served on numerous National and State boards and committees, including;Chair of the Female Urology Special Advisory Group for the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand from 2007 to 2013. Samantha has devoted her career as a surgeon to treating incontinence, reducing the stigma, and educating doctors, health professionals and the community.She is a single mother and full-time practicing surgeon, running a business and a household, who enjoys writing in her spare time.Now she is a self-published author of: The No Recipe Cookbook - a cookbook for people who don't cook and The Inspirational Careers for Kids Picture Book Series. She was a 2022 finalist for SA Australian of the Year and a 2023, and 2025 winner SA Telstra Best of Business Awards."
