Unstoppable : true stories of amazing bionic animals
Publication Information
Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, [2017]
Physical Description
128 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Summary
"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."--
Contents
- 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.