Nature Did It First
Engineering Through Biomimicry
$23.45
- Paperback
32 pages
- Release Date
1 May 2020
Summary
Part playful poetry, part nonfiction information, this kid-friendly introduction to biomimicry highlights the remarkable ways plants and animals have helped us solve some of our toughest engineering challenges. One well-known example of biomimicry is the invention of hook and loop fastener - inspired by the sticky burrs from a plant. Discover six more ways nature did first! Back matter includes a glossary and a STEM challenge activity to use at home or in the classroom.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781584696582 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1584696583 |
| Author: | Karen Ansberry, Jennifer DiRubbio |
| Publisher: | Sourcebooks, Inc |
| Imprint: | Dawn Publications,U.S. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 1 May 2020 |
| Weight: | 128g |
| Dimensions: | 8mm x 254mm x 205mm |
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Critics Review
“Rhymes, such as yard and Bernard… will help youngsters, ages 5 – 10, read independently. Endnotes including a glossary and a STEM Biomimicry Design Challenge, complement the examples of copying nature to solve a problem. ” - Oneota Reading Journal
“This colorful children’s book is a wonderful contribution to science literacy, particularly the underrepresented field of bioengineering.” - Catherine Bilow, Catholic Library World
“Inspiring for all those kids who look at the world in wonder and ask, what if?” - Kirkus Reviews
“You will never see nature with the same eyes after reading this book.” - Skipping Stones Magazine
About The Author
Karen Ansberry
Jennifer DiRubbio is both a passionate artist and an avid environmentalist. She has been active as an artist for several organizations that promote nature and a healthy planet. Jennifer graduated with a BFA from Pratt Institute in 1992. She keeps her home and studio in Merrick, New York, as “green” and environmentally sound as possible, where her husband and two young children also work and play.
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