From Earth to Mars, from cell surfaces to AI brains — nature’s ancient patterns are guiding cutting-edge innovation. Nature’s Patterns Are Solving Tomorrow’s Problems Today Nature speaks in patterns — spirals in sunflowers, branches in trees, networks in roots. These designs aren’t just beautiful; they’re functional blueprints that have evolved over millions of years toContinueContinue reading “How Aquatic Plant Roots, Pollen, and Swarm Intelligence Are Shaping Tomorrow’s Technology”
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Unleash the Inner Inventor This Summer! – Hope, Creative AI Prompting & Biomimicry
What if summer were not just a break, but a launchpad for incredible ideas? Summer! The word itself conjures images of lazy days, sun-drenched beaches, and popsicle-stained fingers. But what if summer were more than just a break? What if it were a launchpad for incredible ideas, a breeding ground for the next generation ofContinueContinue reading “Unleash the Inner Inventor This Summer! – Hope, Creative AI Prompting & Biomimicry”
Nature & Biomimicry Journaling for Kids
We are starting the new year by making some journals. The idea is to use these journals when we are spending time outdoors and also with the book Opportunities for Everyone: Lessons from Keystone Species with STEAM & Biomimicry Activities. This book is filled with engaging biomimicry challenges and hands-on activities, making it perfect forContinueContinue reading “Nature & Biomimicry Journaling for Kids”
The Importance of Storytelling for Biomimicry
I like the idea of viewing nature as a library with exciting stories waiting to be discovered. Christa Avampato describes nature as “a classroom, a library, a pharmacy… a living thriving museum” — a whole world of stories, if we’re willing to look for them. The more I think about teaching biomimicry to young children,ContinueContinue reading “The Importance of Storytelling for Biomimicry”
Opportunities for Everyone – Lessons from Keystone Species with STEAM & Biomimicry Activities
Summer 2024 rained away, more or less. But there is often a plus side to everything. So here is a book project that grew with each rainy day! TheBeezyTeacher and I hope you will enjoy reading about 12 keystone species. The book is filled with activities, some STEAM, but also, of course, some biomimicry activities.ContinueContinue reading “Opportunities for Everyone – Lessons from Keystone Species with STEAM & Biomimicry Activities”
Board Game
Made another board game! Similar to the one with mammals, but this time the theme is Australia. Games are an educational tool that is underestimated. They are engaging and fun. Nevertheless, I like the idea of games that, at their core, are non-competitive. And this Biomimicry Invention Board Game is more about ideas and exploringContinueContinue reading “Board Game”
Nature, Invention, Biomimicry Books & Games
Books make a wonderful gift! Books are one of my biggest weaknesses. I love thin books, thick books, adult books, children’s books, picture books and books with nothing but words! Here is a list of books that inspire us to look at nature. The books may challenge us to invent things, solve problems, dream andContinueContinue reading “Nature, Invention, Biomimicry Books & Games”
Moss Green Shades & Mimic Stick Insect
“A world that shimmers in different moss green shades can be as beautiful as a colourful coral reef.” Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas Theo & Tuva are exploring nature in the warm spring sun, on warm summer days when the rain is pouring down, when the snow sparkles and onContinueContinue reading “Moss Green Shades & Mimic Stick Insect”