About the book:
Discover how a simple walk in the woods inspired one of the world’s most useful inventions!
Every day after their walk together, Swiss engineer Georges de Mestral had to remove burrs from his dog’s fur. Curious why they attached so easily, he studied them. His curiosity turned an annoyance into the brilliant idea we now know as Velcro. Told through the playful perspective of Georges and his curious dog, this story shows how nature is filled with brilliant design solutions that can inspire creative innovations.
Perfect for young readers, this engaging read-aloud introduces biomimicry—the science of learning from nature to solve human challenges. Written to support 1st- and 2nd-grade biomimicry units in the latest science standards, this book is an ideal addition to classrooms, STEM lessons, and home libraries.
Kids ages 6-9
Grades: 1-3
Perfect For:
STEM teachers and school librarians
Homeschool science lessons
Parents looking for fun educational reads
Units on inventions, nature, engineering, and creative problem-solving
Early readers who love real-world stories
Educational Value:
Aligned to NGSS – Supports 1st–2nd grade biomimicry and engineering design units.
Builds Literacy + Science Skills – Perfect for cross-curricular learning.
Great for Classrooms – Ideal for STEM lessons, project launches, and read-alouds.
Encourages Young Inventors – Inspires kids to observe, ask questions, and explore.
Number of Panels needed:
8-11 panels
Size:
17” x 11”
Type:
Printed on thick, UV resistant paper. Will fit perfectly in a Lark Signs StoryWalk© Sign with no lamination needed. But if not, will still need to be laminated.
Want the book for home or school?
Buy it for yourself: https://inspiredbynaturebooks.com/biomimicry
Copyright © 2026 Dorna Schroeter. All rights reserved.
This StoryWalk© edition is licensed solely for the creation and display of StoryWalk© panels. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, sold, modified or transmitted in any form or by any means beyond the StoryWalk© format without prior written permission from the copyright holder.
The author retains full copyright ownership.
This digital file may not be resold, shared, or uploaded to public websites.
For permission requests or additional licensing, contact:
meghan@larksigns.com
www.larksigns.com
About the book:
Discover how a simple walk in the woods inspired one of the world’s most useful inventions!
Every day after their walk together, Swiss engineer Georges de Mestral had to remove burrs from his dog’s fur. Curious why they attached so easily, he studied them. His curiosity turned an annoyance into the brilliant idea we now know as Velcro. Told through the playful perspective of Georges and his curious dog, this story shows how nature is filled with brilliant design solutions that can inspire creative innovations.
Perfect for young readers, this engaging read-aloud introduces biomimicry—the science of learning from nature to solve human challenges. Written to support 1st- and 2nd-grade biomimicry units in the latest science standards, this book is an ideal addition to classrooms, STEM lessons, and home libraries.
Kids ages 6-9
Grades: 1-3
Perfect For:
STEM teachers and school librarians
Homeschool science lessons
Parents looking for fun educational reads
Units on inventions, nature, engineering, and creative problem-solving
Early readers who love real-world stories
Educational Value:
Aligned to NGSS – Supports 1st–2nd grade biomimicry and engineering design units.
Builds Literacy + Science Skills – Perfect for cross-curricular learning.
Great for Classrooms – Ideal for STEM lessons, project launches, and read-alouds.
Encourages Young Inventors – Inspires kids to observe, ask questions, and explore.
Number of Panels needed:
8-11 panels
Size:
17” x 11”
Type:
Printed on thick, UV resistant paper. Will fit perfectly in a Lark Signs StoryWalk© Sign with no lamination needed. But if not, will still need to be laminated.
Want the book for home or school?
Buy it for yourself: https://inspiredbynaturebooks.com/biomimicry
Copyright © 2026 Dorna Schroeter. All rights reserved.
This StoryWalk© edition is licensed solely for the creation and display of StoryWalk© panels. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, sold, modified or transmitted in any form or by any means beyond the StoryWalk© format without prior written permission from the copyright holder.
The author retains full copyright ownership.
This digital file may not be resold, shared, or uploaded to public websites.
For permission requests or additional licensing, contact:
meghan@larksigns.com
www.larksigns.com
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