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Mimic makers : biomimicry inventors inspired by nature / Kristen Nordstrom ; illustrated by Paul Boston.
"In biomimicry, scientists imitate traits found in nature. An engineer shapes the nose of his bullet train like a kingfisher's beak. A scientist models her solar cell on the mighty leaf. Discover how ten inventors were inspired by animals and plants to create cutting-edge technology"--Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 1580899471
- ISBN: 9781580899475
- Physical Description: 44 pages : colour illustrations
- Publisher: Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, [2021]
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 21.99 |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Lakeshore Branch | J 610.28 Nor | 31681020168373 | JNONFIC | Available | - |
Kristen Nordstrom is a full-time teacher at a STEAM Academy teaching biomimicry and other science topics. This Title One, public elementary school was started by a group of dedicated teachers and one amazing principal, to bring the power of hands-on science to second language learners and socio-economically challenged students. Kristen is a member of NSTA and Mimic Makers is her first book.
Paul Boston is the author and illustrator of Map Your Way, Find Your Way Under the Sea, and several other children's books. He starts all his artwork with his trusty ballpoint pen and brings the drawings to bright, bold, busy life on his computer.
