Author : Steve Parker
Publisher :
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 14,38 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Animals
ISBN : 9780862729196
Exploring the mechanisms of living things, this book relates particular actions to the use to which they are put, and thus gives an insight into how animals and plants work and how they use others to survive. The topics include locomotion, feeding, social behaviour and evolution.
Author : Phil Gates
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 26,97 MB
Release : 2010-06-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0753464101
"Inventions inspired by Nature"--Jacket.
Author : Martin Redfern
Publisher : Kingfisher
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 33,6 MB
Release : 1999-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780753451809
The Kingfisher Young People's Book of Planet Earth is an exciting and colorful guide to our planet. No stone is left unturned in this fascinating survey of the elements that comprise the Earth, from its origins in space as a swirling cloud of gas and dust, to the dynamic, living planet we know today. Adults and children alike will be thrilled by the dramatic visuals, and the quality of information presented in each fact-packed, full-color spread. Children will discover detailed answers to their questions, whether it's how the world was formed, why dinosaurs became extinct, or why weather changes from one day to the next. Sections on conservation and the environment provide a complete picture of the interaction of life-forms on Earth, and detail the ways human beings can attempt to preserve a habitat for all creatures. Also includes a factfile, and glossary.
Author : Kristen Nordstrom
Publisher : Charlesbridge Publishing
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 33,53 MB
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1580899471
“Young readers will be captivated by the contemporary inventors and inventions featured, and inspired to incorporate biomimicry into their own designs.” —Miranda Paul, author of One Plastic Bag and Water is Water Who's the best teacher for scientists, engineers, AND designers? Mother nature, of course! When an inventor is inspired by nature for a new creation, they are practicing something called biomimicry. Meet ten real-life scientists, engineers, and designers who imitate plants and animals to create amazing new technology. An engineer shapes the nose of his train like a kingfisher's beak. A scientist models her solar cell on the mighty leaf. Discover how we copy nature's good ideas to solve real-world problems! WINNER AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books A National Science Teacher Association Best STEM Book “Mimic Makers reveals marvels of engineering inspired by nature with images that invite careful observation and explanations that are expressive, but never over simplified.” —Kim Parfitt, AP Biology and Environmental Science teacher, curriculum developer for Howard Hughes Medical Institute Biointeractive, and recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Math Teaching. “Amazing! . . . Love that the book features the scientists and inventors, and that there is a diverse set of them. —Janine Benyus, co-founder of the Biomimicry Institute
Author : karen Ansberry
Publisher : Dawn Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,66 MB
Release : 2020
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
ISBN : 9781584696575
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 Velcro - 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.
Author : Ursula Vernon
Publisher : Dial Books for Young Readers
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 50,15 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0803741294
When little twelve-year-old Molly arrives at Castle Hangnail to fill the vacancy for a wicked witch, the minions who dwell there have no choice but to give her the job, and at first it seems she'll be able to keep the castle open, but Molly has quite a few secrets that could cause trouble.
Author : Steve Parker
Publisher :
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 31,31 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Animals
ISBN : 9780760700389
A guide to the way plants and animals function and struggle to survive on Earth.
Author : Patricia A. McKillip
Publisher : Ace
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 23,29 MB
Release : 2016-02-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0425271765
"A young man comes of age amid family secrets and revelations, and transformative magic."--Provided by publisher.
Author : David Burnie
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,99 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Natural history
ISBN : 9780895773913
The second in the Reader's Digest Science series, How Nature Works is designed to open up the world of natural history to children and adults with a practical, hands-on approach to nature that involves the reader in doing experiments in order to learn. All the experiments and demostrations have been carefully planned and photographed "live" using over 700 full-color photographs. Publication date: September 1st.
Author : Charles Taylor
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 25,61 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780753452691
Accurate, approachable, and indispensable, this illustrated science encyclopedia is arranged in such categories as "Planet Earth", "Living Things", "Chemistry and the Elements", "Materials and Technology", "Space and Time", and "Conservation and the Environment". 2,000+ full-color photos & illustrations.
