Copy That, Copy Cat!
Inventions Inspired by Animals
This rhyming, lift-the-flap picture book of riddles introduces children to biomimicry in a thoroughly fun format. From sonar to snowshoes, discover concrete examples of human inventions that copy things found in nature. The story invites readers to guess the answers to riddles based on rhymes and visual cues that peek through die-cuts. Page turns reveal surprise answers that show how inventions mimic biology, with additional information under flaps. Endnotes include lift-the-flap guessing games to reinforce learning.
Key Selling Points:
- STEAM: Engineering innovations, biology and biomimicry are introduced in simple terms for young readers.
- ENGAGING FORMAT: The story invites readers to guess the answers to riddles based on rhymes and visual cues peeking through die-cuts. Page turns reveal surprise answers that show how inventions mimic biology, with additional information under flaps. Endnotes include lift-the-flap activities as well.
- RIDDLES & RHYMING TEXT: Riddles with surprise answers keep readers guessing, while rhyming text makes for an engaging read-aloud.
- ENDNOTES: Endnotes provide additional information and lift-the-flap guessing games to reinforce learning about biomimicry.