Janet Ellen Riehecky: 3 books

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.

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.

Welcome to the world of Triceratops! Though a plant eater, this dino could pack a punch with its sharp horns and giant body. Learn all about this mighty dinosaur—where it lived, what it ate, and how it become one of the last dinosaurs to become extinct!