Unstoppable : true stories of amazing bionic animals
(2017)

Nonfiction

Book

Call Numbers:
J/636.089/FURSTINGER,N

Availability

Locations Call Number Status
Kids' Nonfiction J/636.089/FURSTINGER,N Available

Details

PUBLISHED
Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, [2017]
DESCRIPTION

128 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

ISBN/ISSN
9780544879669, 054487966X :, 054487966X, 9780544879669
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Albie, Felix, and Fawn: finding strength in their differences at a farm sanctuary -- Allison: paddling in new directions with her ninja suit -- Alyna: helping patients take steps toward recovery -- Brutus: high stepping on four faux paws -- Bunker: regaining the use of both legs -- Chhouk: putting his best foot forward -- Chris P. Bacon: hamming it up as an internet star -- Estella: a rolling rodent rocks a mini-wheelchair -- Hudson: paying it forward as a top therapy dog -- Molly: leaving smiles wherever she goes -- Mr. Stubbs: swimming like an olympic champ -- Tripod: walking with a new spring in his step -- Vincent: moving forward on titanium legs -- The tail end

"In this title, readers learn the stories of animals that are both benefitting from and helping out the world of prosthetic science - covering all species, situations, and science backgrounds. From the high-tech science of 3D printing, to inflatables, to toy wheels, this title has it all, including visits with subjects who are accessible for interviews and photography. INSPIRING is a perfect fit for animal lovers and science enthusiasts alike."--

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