Problem:
Every year before school starts, kids grow and are in need of clothes that fit them and they need to get rid of their old clothes, that they grow out This can waste energy and is expensive.
Biomimicry Idea:
When garter snakes grow too big, they shed their skin. They get a new skin. Birds can use the old skin for building their nests or homes . Mimic a garter snake for kids starting out their new year at school. One week before school starts in the fall, have a Garter Snake Clothing Swap Day. Each kid will bring the clothes they no longer fit in and outgrew. They will get to trade for an older kids old ” skin” ( clothes ) This recycles old clothes and saves energy and money.
How does nature help a garter snake shredding?
Nature helps the garter snakes, in which they use the skin for useful resources and nesting, instead of leaving it aside.
