28 NOVEMBER 1941, Page 22

THESE are all new additions to the delightful series of

Puffin Picture Books, which are admirably designed for children from the age of three upwards. The texts are very simply and clearly written and the illustrations both in black and white and colour are well chosen. Even adults may look at and also read these excellent little books with pleasure. They give most useful instruction as well as entertainment and are one of the most conspicuous examples of successful modern inexpensive picture books for children. Without being in the least difficult they have the additional merit of avoiding the pitfall of baby talk and that sort of " writing down " which all children loathe.