Dinner's Ready Mom

This cookbook for kids has been put together with savvy. The type is big, the clear drawings illustrate the essentials of each recipe and the dishes themselves are models of delicious simplicity. The recipes cover a range of high-protein main coursesmeat, fish, poultry, eggs and cheeseand, of course, dessert. Roasts and stews, meat loaves and lasagna are among the selections, with a list of ingredients that includes garlic, sherry, beer, wine and herbs. There's also judicious use of canned and frozen goods. An organizing device: each step of a recipe is labeled by time of day, geared for serving at 6:30; and there's room to adjust the schedule. (In the spirit of teamwork, parents are charged with preparing the salad.) A fine collection of new and old favorites, for meals hearty enough to please any diner. (All ages)