Janet Riehecky

What's that red-haired animal swinging through the rain forest's trees seemingly without a care in the world? It's an orangutan! Aside from all that red hair, these beautiful beasts look almost human, but they're a lot stronger. Learn more about these colorful animals, including how they live, how clever they are, how they're dealing with a shrinking habitat, and what you can do to help.

Presenting turtles, lizards, snakes, alligators, and crocodiles! Reptiles is a photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Not only will kids discover basic topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, but they'll also be treated to close-up looks at Komodo dragons and the SuperCroc-all written in a clear, concise way.

When it comes to survival, appearances are everything! A harmless animal can frighten predators away by appearing dangerous. A dangerous animal can lure prey by appearing harmless. Discover the disguises of some of your favorite animals.

Introduces readers to the concept of being polite, as well as some of the situations, in which they should properly use the phrase 'after you.'

Introduces readers to the concept of asking permission as well as some of the situations, in which they should properly use the phrase 'May I.' What should you do if you squirt ketchup on your sister or hurt someone's feelings? What should you say if you lose your temper or want a second helping at dinner? With the Manners Matter series, children will learn the right words to say at the right times. This series' simple text and vivid photographs help...

The quick and ferocious Velociraptors pounce on their unsuspecting prey. Although this dinosaur may not have looked like the modern birds you see today, they were the original birds of prey. Explore all there is to know about the Velociraptor-where it lived, what it ate, and what made it so deadly.

Introduces readers to the concept of apologizing as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'I'm sorry.' Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words What should you do if you squirt ketchup on your sister or hurt someone's feelings? What should you say if you lose your temper or want a second helping at dinner? With the Manners Matter series, children...

Sometimes being gross is an animal's best bet for survival. Poop, slime, and vomit aren't just nasty. They can save an animal's life. Get the inside scoop on some of the most disgusting animal weapons and defenses.

From plant-munching beasts to meat-eating hunters, there are so many dinosaurs to learn about. Show Me Dinosaurs has more than 100 facts and definitions about how dinosaurs lived and died on ancient Earth.

In the game of survival, these animals take a bite out of the competition. Piercing teeth, sharp claws, and powerful jaws can fight off the most daunting enemy and help catch the cleverest prey. Learn about some of nature's most fearsome opponents.