This case study provides a description of how Velcro was discovered. In this lesson, students explore Velcro and similar products that can be used to keep clothes and other objects fastened together. They consider how Velcro was discovered and work together to think about new applications for hook-and-loop tape to solve real-life problems. This lesson can be followed with lessons about the elasticity and adhesive properties of different types of glues. A materials list, teacher notes, teacher background information, safety notes, standards, assessment, resources, and references are provided. This book selection also includes the Table of Contents, About the Authors, Acknowledgments, Introduction, Appendix, Image Credits, and Index.