Who Knew?: The Wonders of Biomimicry

By Kathleen Madden

Book Overview

From butterfly wings inspiring the development of mobile device displays to the shape of a kingfisher bird's body improving the design of Japan's bullet train, nature has been inspiring humans to build better and smarter for generations. Innovation based on observations of nature, plants, and animals is called biomimicry.

This introduction to fascinating topic of biomimicry is filled with stunning photographs and amazing facts to encourage engagement and spark curiosity in early readers.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0884489930
• ISBN13: 9780884489931
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.2" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 3