Also known as "cross sums," this new Japanese puzzle sensation is rivaling the popularity of sudoku. Kakuro helps sharpen math skills, and children will find these brainteasers both absorbing and entertaining. Designed especially for kids, the 48 puzzles feature whimsical illustrations. Solutions included.
A First Sudoku Book by Diana Zourelias, John Pazzelli This whimsically illustrated edition is specially designed for kids. Its 48 puzzles are geared toward players from the ages of 8 to 13, but anyone can enjoy them. Solutions included.
Solv-a-Crime Puzzles by Singer Media Corporation Forty-seven mini-mysteries involving murder, theft, and mayhem. Using their deductive powers, crime solvers can break the cases of the Dead Dancer, the Bruised Blonde, and many more.
Picture Puzzle Pandemonium by Norm Blumenthal Put on your thinking cap and treat yourself to a collection of 46 rebus puzzles that ask you to combine words, pictures, and letters to produce an answer. Hints and solutions included.
Kakuro for Beginners by John Pazzelli Welcome to kakuro, sudoku's bigger (and tougher) brother. The rules are easy, but the game isn't. These 101 puzzles are designed for novices. Solutions included.
