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Velcro was inspired by sticky plant burrs from a walk.

Velcro was inspired by sticky plant burrs from a walk.

An inventor saw prickly seeds cling to his dog's fur. He copied the idea to make Velcro's tiny hooks.

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Buttons slip through little holes to hold clothes closed. Buttons slip through little holes to hold clothes closed. A zipper has tiny teeth that lock together to close it. A zipper has tiny teeth that lock together to close it. We tie shoelaces into a bow to keep our shoes on snug. We tie shoelaces into a bow to keep our shoes on snug. Velcro has tiny hooks and loops that stick together. Velcro has tiny hooks and loops that stick together. Getting dressed by yourself is a skill you grow into. Getting dressed by yourself is a skill you grow into.