Herbert Binns and the Flying Tricycle

Caroline Castle. Puffin Books, $3.95 (0pp) ISBN 978-0-8037-0739-9

Herbert Binns, mouse extraordinaire , foils three jealous rivals in their attempt to discredit his greatest invention. PW enjoyed this ``satisfying tale, nicely balancing humor and suspense'' as well as ``Weevers's enchanting illustrations.'' Ages 4-8. (Mar.)

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