New books
By Pamela Brill -- Playthings, 4/1/2004
What parents haven't heard their child's cries of boredom at one time or another? Such is the premise of Little Fish from Kane/Miller, which features a satisfying outcome. When Rosa, a young Mexican girl, befriends a small fish, she is soon caught up in caring for her newfound pal. Soon, any proclamations of "I don't have anything to do..." are history! Besides showing just how universal the boredom topic really is, this book is an apt monotony buster in and of itself.
For tweens who relish a juicy mystery comes The Mystery of the Backlot Banshee, one of two new paperbacks from Learning Company Books. This release combines the adventures of the CD games, upon which it is based, with brain-teaser puzzles. Retailers might offer this book to parents looking to balance their child's computer time.
Kids may certainly ask for it—a lot—but do they truly understand its value? The Kids Guide to Money Cent$ from Kids Can Press seeks to educate readers on the power of the all-mighty dollar, with fun quizzes and tips that help them be more cents-savvy. This book may benefit young entrepreneurs who are set to earn some cash this summer.
