Janet Riehecky

Say hello to bees, ants, butterflies, and more! Insects is a colorful 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 find fun topics such record-breaking insects and how insects help people-all written in a clear, concise way.

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 gratitude as well as some of the situations, in which they should properly use the phrase 'thank you.' 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...

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...

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...

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 fight for survival, poison and venom are deadly weapons. They can help animals defend themselves against predators or conquer unsuspecting prey. Find out which animals carry the deadliest toxins, and how poison and venom differ between species. You might want to stay clear of these animals!

Odd meat-eaters like Carnotaurus were quick and deadly hunters. They had sharp teeth, good eyesight, and could run on two strong legs. Bold, full-color illustrations, easy-to-read charts and maps, and interesting facts take readers back to a time when these odd meat-eaters walked the earth. This book supports common core standards.

"Introduces young readers to Velociraptor, including physical characteristics, diet, habitat, and life cycle"--