First facts. Inspired by nature

Discusses ways that nature has influenced the design of vehicles, such as how sailfish scales contributed to the design of a sports car engine, and how ant colony paths influence the routes for delivery trucks. Includes color photographs, a glossary, resources for further information, critical thinking questions, and an index.

Discusses ways that nature has influenced the design of safety inventions, such as how woodpeckers contributed to the design of bike helmets. Includes color photographs, a glossary, resources for further information, critical thinking questions, and an index.

Discusses ways that nature has influenced the design of clothing, such as how lotus plant leaves have contributed to the design of waterproof fabric. Includes color photographs, a glossary, resources for further information, critical thinking questions, and an index.

Discusses ways that nature has influenced the design of buildings, such as how sunflowers have contributed to the design of solar panels. Includes color photographs, a glossary, resources for further information, critical thinking questions, and an index.