Introducing Biomimicry
The lessons below provide an introduction to the 9 principles of biomimicry. These principles are the basis for biomimicry thinking which is important in all the modules. We also provide separate modules for each principle.
P0 Introduction to the Principles of Biomimicry
9 principles powerpoint presentation
Student worksheets: W2.1. Playing photosynthesis - Character cards ; W2.2 Playing photosynthesis - Text
P2 Nature uses only the energy it needs
Student worksheet: W2.1 Searching for energy forms - Cards for exploration
Student worksheet: W2.1 Recognising forms and functions - Table for discovery
Student worksheet: W3.1 Compost game - Cards
Student worksheet: W2.1 Playing oak forest - Cards
Student worksheet: W2.1 Playing a black locust forest - Cards
P7 Nature demands local expertise
Student worksheet: W2.1 Playing beaks
P9 Nature taps the power of limits
Student worksheets: W2.1 Harvest game - Rules of the game ; W2.2 Harvest game - Regeneration scheme ; W2.3 Harvest game - Steps of the play
P9 presentation - Harvest game