Copycat: Nature-inspired Design Around the World

Experience the wonders of nature and human ingenuity with the captivating book, Copycat: Nature-inspired Design Around the World. This book takes you on a journey across the globe, showcasing the incredible inventions and designs inspired by plants, animals, and landscapes. Through beautiful illustrations, stunning photographs, and enlightening tanka poetry, you'll be transported to a world where nature sparks innovation.

Discover the secrets behind everyday objects that have been revolutionized by nature. From the invention of the umbrella, inspired by the sacred lotus leaf, to safety road reflectors modeled after a cat's eyes, this book illustrates how mimicking the behaviors and strategies of nature has led to extraordinary new products, processes, and technologies that enhance our lives and protect our environment.

With this inspiring companion to the award-winning book Dreaming Up: A Celebration of Building, author Christy Hale invites you to embark on a journey of exploration and creativity. Unleash your imagination as you learn about the ingenious ways in which nature has guided human innovation. Be inspired to tap into your own creativity and join the ranks of those who have been inspired to explore, discover, and create.