Awesome Innovations Inspired by Spiders
Awesome Innovations Inspired by Spiders
by Corrigan, Jim
ISBN: 9781680206111
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Spiders may be creepy, but they know amazing tricks. Some species have learned to fly. Others like to hangout underwater. Spider silk is strong and flexible. Spiders use it for more than just webs. Scientists keep trying to mimic spider silk. Once they succeed, people will find many awesome uses.
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Imprint: Mitchell Lane
Category: NonfictionInterest Level:
Reading Level:
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Dewey Number: 600.0
Page Count: 32
Trim: 6 1/2 x 9 1/4
Biomimicry Series
Biomimicry is the act of copying nature to solve human problems. People learned to fly by copying birds. A Swiss hiker invented Velcro after observing how sticky burrs clung to his clothes and his dog's fur. A Japanese engineer found inspiration for the design of a bullet train from kingfishers diving silently into the water. Whale genes might help humans avoid cancer, and the study of shark skin has led to shark-inspired health-care products. Our new series, Biomimicry: Awesome Innovations Inspired by Nature, shines a spotlight on how birds, spiders, plants, sharks, whales, and dolphins have inspired people in science and business to find tomorrow's ideas today. This six-book series is a natural fit to help build a strong STEM foundation in young readers. Each title inspires imagination and curiosity with large photographs, fun facts, and a special section listing steps kids can take today to become tomorrow's innovators.
