Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Kingfishers to Bullet Trains, readers will discover how the invention of bullet trains were modeled after the face of kingfisher birds. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars. Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. From robots to bullet trains, readers will discover how these inventions were inspired by the natural abilities of plants and animals. Focused on 21st Century content, the Tech from Nature series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Books include table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.