Learn about how nature inspires the designs of objects around you, and then create your own biomimicry invention!

Grades 3-5

NGSS 4-LS1-1. Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction.

NGSS 3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.

Lesson taught, recorded, and prepared by Whitney Anderson, Andy Dwyer, and Karina Hassell.

Biomimicry: Design Inspired by Nature Part 1

Biomimicry: Design Inspired by Nature Part 2

Biomimicry: Design Inspired by Nature Part 3

Biomimicry: Design Inspired by Nature Part 4