Book Series · 4 Books

Smithsonian Little Explorer Books

In order from Triceratops to Living in Space.

The Smithsonian Little Explorer series is a set of 4 picture books by Janet Riehecky, published between 1987 and 2017. Written for ages 4–9, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$2912

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987

Triceratops

By Janet Riehecky

Discover the secrets of the mighty Triceratops, a plant-eating dinosaur with a powerful defense.

32 pages

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Summary: Explore the fascinating world of the Triceratops, a formidable plant-eater with sharp horns and a massive body. Uncover its habitat, diet, and the mystery of its extinction. What made this armored giant one of the last dinosaurs to roam the Earth? Dive into its life cycle and learn how it thrived in a prehistoric world filled with danger. This journey into the past reveals the resilience and might of a creature that continues to captivate our imagination. Will you uncover the secrets of this ancient titan?

The complete set

Smithsonian Little Explorer Series

4 books · Published 1987–2017

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$2912

Triceratops

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987

Discover the secrets of the mighty Triceratops, a plant-eating dinosaur with a powerful defense.

Series

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$2912

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

A fierce Tyrannosaurus Rex hunts through the Cretaceous forests.

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$2912

Diplodocus

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Discover the colossal Diplodocus, a Jurassic giant with a tail like a whip.

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$3065

Living in Space

Picture Book · Ages 7–9 · 2017

Explore life in space: eating, sleeping, and working in zero gravity.

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How many books are in the Smithsonian Little Explorer series?

There are 4 books in the Smithsonian Little Explorer series. It began with Triceratops in 1987, and the newest book, Living in Space, was published in 2017.