Furstinger, Nancy,

Unstoppable : true stories of amazing bionic animals / Nancy Furstinger. - 128 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 114-115) and index.

Albie, Felix, and Fawn: finding strength in their differences at a farm sanctuary -- Allison: paddling in new directions with her ninja suit -- Brutus: high stepping on four faux paws -- 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 wizards of prosthetics.

"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."--

Elementary Grade 1150 Lexile



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Veterinary surgery--Juvenile literature.
Domestic animals--Surgery--Juvenile literature.
Artificial limbs--Juvenile literature.
Prosthesis--Juvenile literature.
Bionics--Juvenile literature.
Veterinary surgery.
Domestic animals--Surgery.
Artificial limbs.
Prosthesis.
Bionics.
Domestic animals--Surgery--Juvenile literature.
JUVENILE NONFICTION / Technology / Electricity & Electronics.

JUV SF 911 / .F96 2017