Books written by Janet Riehecky

  • Deinonychus
    Deinonychus

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

  • Ulysses S. Grant: America's 18th President
    Ulysses S. Grant: America's 18th President

    A biography of the eighteenth president of the United States, with information on his childhood, family, political career, presidency, and legacy.

  • Camouflage and Mimicry
    Camouflage and Mimicry

    "Describes how animals use camouflage and mimicry as weapons and defenses"--Provided by publisher.

  • Triceratops: The Horned Dinosaur
    Triceratops: The Horned Dinosaur

    Describes a day in the life of the plant-eating triceratops, noting its behavior, environment, and physical characteristics.

  • Cobras
    Cobras

    Watch out this killer animal strikes without warning. Discover how cobras make the kill and swallow their prey whole.

  • Walrus's Adventure in Alphabet Town
    Walrus's Adventure in Alphabet Town

    One Wednesday when Walrus is bored, he decides to have a water party and invites his friends Whale, Woodchuck, and Woodpecker.

  • The Settling of Jamestown
    The Settling of Jamestown

    - Time line- Focus boxes- Maps- Primary source documents- Further reading- Glossary & Index

  • Diplodocus
    Diplodocus

    Describes the life, physical characteristics and behavior of the Diplodocus.

  • Velociraptor
    Velociraptor

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

  • Sweden
    Sweden

    Discusses the land, people, and culture of Sweden.

  • The Settling of St. Augustine
    The Settling of St. Augustine

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

  • Show Me Dinosaurs
    Show Me Dinosaurs

    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.

  • Respect
    Respect

    Introduces respect through examples of everyday situations where this character trait can be used.

  • Carnotaurus and Other Odd Meat-eaters: The Need-to-know Facts
    Carnotaurus and Other Odd Meat-eaters: The Need-to-know Facts

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

  • China
    China

    Learn about the people, places and history of China.

  • The Battle of the Alamo
    The Battle of the Alamo

    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.

  • Insects
    Insects

    Say hello to bees, ants, butterflies, and more! Insects is a colorful photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers.

  • Greece
    Greece

    "Provides an introduction to the geography, history, people, food, clothes, sports, and culture of Greece."

  • Reptiles
    Reptiles

    Presenting turtles, lizards, snakes, alligators, and crocodiles! Reptiles is a photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers.

  • Teeth, Claws, and Jaws: Animal Weapons and Defenses
    Teeth, Claws, and Jaws: Animal Weapons and Defenses

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