Best Selling Books by Janet Riehecky

"Describes how animals use poison and venoms as weapons and defenses"--Provided by publisher.

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 peopleÑall written in a clear, concise way.

"Describes Komodo dragons, their physical features, how they hunt and kill, and their role in the ecosystem"--Provided by publisher.

With its wolflike body, kangaroo tail, and tiger stripes, the Tasmanian tiger was a frightening sight. And when this toothy beast opened its mouth, it was downright monstrous.

Brachiosaurus is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child''s World series Dinosaurs.

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 SuperCrocÑall written in a clear, concise way.

Describes various situations in which it is appropriate to say, Please.

Learn about the people, places and history of China.

Explains the story of St. Patrick''s Day.

"Full-color images and simple text introduce young readers to bird-footed dinosaurs, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and diets"--

Examines the life of American statesman Benjamin Franklin, looking at his activities as a printer, writer, publisher, scientist, inventor, and philosopher, and discussing his role in the founding of the United States.

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 Kwanzaa, the holiday in which African Americans celebrate their cultural heritage.

Provides an introduction to the geography, animals, food, and culture of Indonesia.

Defines good sportmanship by presenting situations in which it is important to be a good sport.

Whether on land or in water, killer whales will stop at nothing to find food. Find out how this underwater giant earns the name killer whale.

"Simple text and illustrations present prehistoric giant ground sloths, how they looked, and what they did"--Provided by publisher.

An overview of the past and present lives of the Cree, including a description of their homes, clothing, family life, religion, and government.

What Plants Give Us Gift of Life is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child''s World series Discovery World.

When UFO sightings are reported at Sunrise Campground, detectives Kyle and Karen and their friend Patrick are determined to investigate.

"Describes how animals use teeth, jaws, and claws as weapons and defenses"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles the life and career of film maker George Lucas.

Describes various situations in which it is appropriate to say, "May I?"

"Describes how animals use slime, poop, and other wacky traits as weapons and defenses"--Provided by publisher.

Before the Europeans -- The Spanish come to Florida -- Founding the settlement -- Life in St. Augustine -- The Missions.

In graphic novel format, describes the history of Texas and the Alamo''s place within it, focusing on the events occurring during the siege at the Alamo in 1936.

"Text introduces young readers to odd meat-eating dinosaurs, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and diets"--

Follows the life of the prominent dress designer, from her childhood in Venezuela through her growing interest in fashion to her current success in design.

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 days of the ice age, a monstrous bear ruled the forests and caves of the northern world. Even today''s biggest bears can''t compete with this huge beast! Find out why our ancestors feared this shaggy creature.

Describes supposedly true incidents in which houses have been haunted, in such categories as "Friendly Ghosts," "Animal Ghosts," and "Vengeful Ghosts."

Introduce young children to the fascinating world of dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Easy-to-read text and captivating illustrations explore the traits, unique behavior, and extinction of each animal.

An introduction to what is known and hypothesized about the dinosaur triceratops, which means three-horned face.

Oviraptor is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child''s World series Dinosaurs.

Coelofisis is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child''s World series Libros Sobre Dinosaurios.

Hipsilofodonte is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child''s World series Libros Sobre Dinosaurios.

Read about how each of these well-known dinosaurs might have spent its day.

Discusses what is known and what is hypothesized about the dinosaur that terrorized other dinosaurs.

Toxic venom, bone-snapping jaws, record-shattering speed. Animals have mind-blowing weapons and defenses. Learn about the amazing features and adaptations that help animals hunt prey and defend themselves in the wild world of nature.