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Discover the Wonders of Australia and New Zealand through Biomimicry!
Are you searching for an exciting unit focused on Australia and New Zealand? Our hands-on biomimicry design activities allow students to draw inspiration from these regions' diverse flora and fauna, stimulating innovative and creative thinking while fostering a profound understanding of the natural world.
Engage Young Minds with Biomimicry
You’ll be amazed at how engaging a biomimicry approach can be for young students! Their creativity and solutions are often surprising and fascinating, showcasing their unique ability to connect with nature.
Explore Iconic Animals and Plants
This comprehensive package includes activities centered around the following iconic animals and plants from Australia and New Zealand:
Koala
Platypus
Kookaburra
Kiwi
Kiwifruit
New Zealand Fur Seal (Kekeno)
Yellow-eyed Penguin
Why Choose Biomimicry Design Activities?
Hands-On Learning: Students engage in practical activities that enhance their understanding of biomimicry.
Creative Problem Solving: Encourages students to think critically and develop innovative solutions inspired by nature.
Cultural Relevance: Connects students with the unique ecosystems of Australia and New Zealand, enriching their learning experience.
This engaging Biomimicry Resource contains
1. Introduction to biomimicry
2. What I know about Animals &Plants
3. Ways to find out about Animals & Plants
4. A koala has, can, is and draw a paw
5. Interesting things about koalas. . . Koala inspired reading or a relaxing nook
6. Design Challenge - soft and Slow Koalas
7. Banksia
8. Banksia House
9. Design challenge flowers
10. Platypus poem
11. Platypus interesting observations
12. Use random inspiration and platypuses to design something new
13. Merry, merry king of the bush - Kookaburra toys
14. Kiwi’s Beak & Feathers
15. Design Challenge Kiwi Beak
16. Kiwi's magic beak - story writing
17. Rainproof house or coat
18. Kiwi Fruit Pattern
19. Kiwi design challenge
20. Kiwi juice packages
21. Yellow-eyed penguin - shoes
22. Butterfly rain challenge
23. Doodling
24. What I have learned
25. How to use biomimicry in the classroom
26. Links and book tips
27. 1 poster
Think Dive is built on a simple idea: a handful of curiosity + a bucket of imagination = learning that sticks. Every resource is designed to spark original thinking in young minds.
Format: PDF (US Letter size — A4 available upon request).
Questions or requests? Contact: maliasa@live.com
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Standards
- NGSS 1-LS1-1
- Use materials to design a solution to a human problem by mimicking how plants and/or animals use their external parts to help them survive, grow, and meet their needs.
- NGSS K-2-ETS1-1
- Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
- NGSS K-2-ETS1-2
- Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
- NGSS 3-5-ETS1-1
- Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.
- NGSS 3-5-ETS1-2
- Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.
Reviews
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For Unique STEAM Robot Activities | Inspiring Biomimicry Design Projects
October 20, 2026If it's a robot, kids will love it. They enjoyed creatign their own.
Terri M.
Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th
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For Fun and Engaging Math Journal Prompts FREEBIE | Common Core Aligned
August 5, 2026These were a great way to get kids thinking at the beginning of a lesson or in my groups.
Jennifer E.
Grades taught: 1st
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For Unique STEAM Robot Activities | Inspiring Biomimicry Design Projects
May 9, 2026This was a great project based learning activity for 1st grade students! Thank you!
Mary's L.
Grades taught: 1st
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For Engaging Squirrel Life Cycle FREEBIE
May 7, 2026This is a fun resource, student friendly, def worth having.
Alea C.
Grades taught: PreK, K, 1st, 2nd
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For Seashells Project | Biomimicry Design Activities with Craft
April 2, 2026Helps student understand sea shell designs and biomimicry
Miraj T.
Grades taught: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
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For Explore Woodland Animals | Climate Change and Environment | Design Home
January 15, 2026This was a fun and creative learning activity that my students really enjoyed. I loved seeing students get so involved in their learning.
Reply from Asa Jomard
Thank you so much for taking to time to leave a review. Glad that hear that your students were involved in the learning.
Lindsay A.
Grades taught: 4th
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For Engaging STEAM Giraffes Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
November 27, 2025Thank you for this resource! It was very useful and helpful!
Emma C.
Grades taught: K, 1st, 2nd
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For Engaging STEAM Giraffes Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
October 14, 2025We're really enjoying your STEAM activities, I really appreciate your sharing these for free, thanks!
Lively C.
Grades taught: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 8th, 7th, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st
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For Engaging STEAM Groundhog Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
October 14, 2025Thanks so much for sharing this great STEAM freebie, I really appreciate it. It's very popular with my kiddos!
Lively C.
Grades taught: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 8th, 7th, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st
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For Endangered Animals Research | Nonfiction | Biomimicry Design Project | Activity
August 23, 2025Great resource to teach two expectations. Well organized and developed. Very good explanation. Students loved completing.
sarah K.
Grades taught: 4th, 5th
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For Engaging STEAM Giraffes Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
August 20, 2025Great resource! Engaging, easy to follow and thought provoking.
Reply from Asa Jomard
Thanks for taking time to write feedback. Glad to hear that it inspiried your students to think!
Traci G.
Grades taught: 1st
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For Design a Plant of the Future | Climate Change Science Activity | Grades 2-4
August 17, 2025My students loved using this resource and was very user friendly.
Beth M.
Grades taught: 4th
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For Endangered Animals Research | Nonfiction | Biomimicry Design Project | Activity
August 5, 2025Thank you; this was well-made and has made my life so much easier. It made sure I was organised and that students had the best experience.
Jillian G.
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For Explore Patterns & Shapes in Nature | Engaging Activities Inspired by Biomimicry
July 29, 2025I used this resource while student teaching in 3rd grade class. This aligned perfectly with my unit and allowed for students to use science, reading, and math!
Taylor A.
Grades taught: 3rd
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For Engaging Architecture and Design Projects | Creative Biomimicry Adventures
July 22, 2025I used this resource as an introduction to our biomimicry science unit! I love how students were encouraged to come up with designs while also learning about new organisms.
Reply from Asa Jomard
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. So pleased that your students enjoyed the activities.
Caitlin T.
Grades taught: 3rd
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For Engaging Architecture and Design Projects | Creative Biomimicry Adventures
July 12, 2025This is a wonderful resource! My students were very engaged with the different activities. Thank you!
Dennisse S.
Grades taught: 1st
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For Design a Plant of the Future | Climate Change Science Activity | Grades 2-4
April 4, 2025I recently explored the "Unique Plant Activities | Changes Climate & Environment | Creative Science" and found them to be incredibly engaging and educational! The activities are well-thought-out and provide a creative approach to learning about plants, climate change, and environmental science. My students were fascinated by the hands-on experiments and interactive lessons, which made complex topics more accessible and fun. This resource is perfect for sparking curiosity and encouraging critical thinking about our environment. Highly recommend for any teacher looking to bring science to life in the classroom!
Reply from Asa Jomard
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. So lovely to hear that your students liked the activities.
FrazierFocus
Grades taught: 3rd
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For Engaging Aye-Aye Activities | Write an Animal Superpower Report
February 5, 2025Most of my GT students had not heard of this animal, and this was a great resource to talk about how our unique features make us special.
N B.
Grades taught: 4th, 5th, 6th
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For Engaging STEAM Groundhog Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
February 1, 2025Cute and fun little project to help with our Science lesson at home. Thank you for providing it!
kimberly G.
Grades taught: 5th
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For Inspiring STEAM Snowflakes Life Cycle Activities with Craft
December 1, 2024This is a nice addition to a snow unit that is in progress.
Sharon R.
Grades taught: 1st
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