SILVER DOLPHIN ANNOUNCES SPRING 2003 RELEASE OF TWO NEW TITLE ADDITIONS TO ITS EVER-POPULAR LET'S START ACTIVITY BOOK SERIES: LET'S START! FOIL FUN AND LET'S START! FINGERPUPPETS

Two Innovative New Titles Join Let's Start! Family of Bold, Colorful, Activity-Based Children's Learning Books

For Immediate Release:

SILVER DOLPHIN ANNOUNCES
SPRING 2003 RELEASE OF TWO NEW TITLE ADDITIONS
TO IT'S EVER-POPULAR
LET'S START! ACTIVITY BOOK SERIES:
LETS START! FOIL FUN
AND
LETS START! FINGERPUPPETS

Two Innovative New Titles Join Lets Start! Family of Bold, Colorful,
Activity-Based, Childrens Learning Books

San Diego, CA -- March 8, 2003 -- Silver Dolphin Books, a leading publisher of quality, innovative, interactive, and educational childrens books, announced today the release of two new title additions to its phenomenally popular line of Lets Start! activity books, Lets Start! Foil Fun and Lets Start! Finger-Puppets. Like all Let's Start! titles, these all-inclusive kits feature bold colorful graphics and easy to follow text, and contain detailed instruction books and all the materials necessary to participate in a variety of activities that will keep kids engaged and entertained for hours on end. Lets Start! Foil Fun and Lets Start! Finger-Puppets will debut at retail in March 2003.

Renowned for encouraging children to learn while they are having fun, Lets Start! books introduce children to colorful characters who guide them through arts and crafts projects, and teach them the fundamentals of writing, spelling, and math in a series of 18 different titles. Let's Start! is Silver Dolphin's best selling activity book series with more than 1.8 million copies of individual titles in print to date. These eagerly awaited additions to the series are the ideal way to introduce children to foil crafts and finger puppet making.

The perfect gift idea for any occasion, existing Lets Start! Book titles are available now wherever fine books are sold, including Barnes & Noble, Borders, B. Dalton, and The Nature Company. Lets Start! Foil Fun and Lets Start! Finger-Puppets are scheduled to make their retail debuts in March 2003.

NEW LET'S START! TITLE INTRODUCTIONS:

LETS START! FOIL FUN
Perry Penguins got lots of fantastic foil projects in store for children venturing a visit to his artic home -- and beyond -- inside this charming 32-page activity book. Perrys all-inclusive foil craft kit contains an array of colored foil, glitter, star and moon cutters, sequins and plenty of tools to help budding artists create foil art masterpieces. The 17th title in the Lets Start! series, Foil Fun is guaranteed to keep kids entertained for hours on end. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5 to 9, kit, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full-color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! FINGER-PUPPETS
Teddy Toad hops his way through the process teaching kids how to create fun finger-puppets! This all-inclusive kit contains a 32-page easy-to-follow instruction book, a variety of felt pieces, assorted fluffs, boggle eyes, and a slew of other articles that will aide in the puppet creating process. The 18th title in the Lets Start! series, Finger-Puppets is a great new addition to this best selling arts and crafts series. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5 to 9, kit, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full-color illustrations throughout)

POPULAR EXISTING LETS START! TITLES:

INTRODUCING 123s and ABCs:
LETS START! NUMBERS
Desmond the Dog runs through the basics of math in this splashy activity-packed, educational book. Using boldly illustrated step-by-step directions and activities; Desmond introduces children to addition, subtraction, and math-related word problems. Lets Start! Numbers includes a 32-page brightly illustrated instruction book, activity pad, counting coins, dice, a game board, number stencil, magic pen, and a dog-shaped abacus for countless hours of learning fun! (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! ALPHABET
Clara the Cow combines learning and fun as she m-o-o-ves children through their ABCs and introduces them to the exciting world of letters, words, and writing. With more than 15 games and activities, this delightful book includes a 32-page instruction book, activity pad, colorful foam letters, magic pen, colored pencils, letter stencils, and much more! Each brightly colored page is filled with lively artwork, clear, and entertaining text, and easy-to-follow instructions. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LET'S START! SHAPES
Zoe the Zebra teaches children the differences between a variety of shapes using comparisons, games, and activities. Each brightly colored page asks children simple questions that require them to identify different shapes and draw them. This book includes two colored paints, a 32 page easy-to-read instruction booklet, 16 page activity pad, foam shapes, playing cards, 8 stencils, pencil, and game board. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5 - 9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full-color illustrations throughout)

INTRODUCTIONS TO THE ARTS:
LETS START! PAPIER MACHE
Maxwell the Moose guides children in the creation of more than 15 fun papier-mache projects! Featuring fun graphics an activity pad, paint pens; glitter; colored tissue paper, sponge, and an easy-to-follow instruction book are among the plethora of materials included in this fun-filled activity title. Featuring colorful, eye-catching artwork, and an endearing new character, Lets Start! Papier Mache is the perfect vehicle to introduce kids to the world of arts and crafts. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5to 9, kit, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full-color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! STENCILING
Sadie the Sheep is sure to stimulate childrens creative juices as they learn to paint, draw, and stencil through participating in more than 15 fun-filled projects! This entertaining and educational all-inclusive title includes activity pad; fun graphics; paints; colored chalk; boggle eyes; colored pencils; a sponge; stencil brush, a 32-page instruction book, and of course, 4 plastic stencil sheets! Lets start! Stenciling is an exceptional addition to an already popular series that specializes in adding play-value. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5 to 9, kit, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full-color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! FOAM ART
Kenneth the Koala will be sure to inspire young artists as they follow along creating imaginative foam art projects. This colorfully illustrated book is full of projects for your child to follow or to create their own. The kit includes a 32-page instruction booklet, foam shapes, glue, magnets, eye shapes and more. Projects include: finger puppets, refrigerator magnets, greeting cards, and even a sequin mask for Halloween! (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! FABRIC ART
Sandra the Squirrel will introduce your child to the world of fabric with this brightly colored book. The kit comes complete with a 32-page instruction booklet, colored felt pieces, colored ribbon, glue, sequins, magnets, and simulated fur pieces. The booklet will guide the child through many projects including a friendship bracelet, bookmark, a trinket box, and Sandras purse. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! MAKING MUSIC
A great introduction to the world of music, Ali the Alligator shows kids how to create fun, imaginative, and interactive musical instruments including baby bongos, castanets, a tambourine, and even an alligator guitar in this
unique new activity book! Lets Start! Making Music includes a 32-page book, special pad with games and

activities, and a storage area that contains all the supplies necessary to learn about making music including stickers, string, bells, chimes, plastic chips, castanets, metal tubes, and drumsticks. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾ x7" x 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! FINGER-PAINTING
Mandy the Monkey helps inspires young artists as they participate in imaginative art projects through finger-painting, one of the oldest and most popular forms of art. This colorfully illustrated book is full of fun-filled projects and helpful instructions on how to create own finger-paint masterpieces including a sparkly snowman, a scary skeleton, a crazy crocodile, and fingerprint fireworks. The kit includes a 32-page instruction booklet, 5 brightly colored paints, 3 fluorescent paints, glitter, a mixer tool, and goggly eyes for endless hours of creative learning. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! COLLAGE
Gaby the Goldfish shows youngsters how to make exciting and creative collages through colorful and entertaining step-by-step instruction. Lets Start! Collage includes a 32-page instruction book, activity pad, tissue and colored papers, stencils, sequins, glitter, shiny shapes, glue, safety scissors, and more for use in creating supplied designs and original masterpieces. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! DRAWING
Timothy the Toucan teaches children the basics of drawing through a variety of exciting and engaging exercises. Lets Start! Drawing includes a 32-page instruction book, activity pad, tracing paper, crayons, colored pencils and sharpener, eraser, and plastic stencils to aid in drawing a variety of people, animals, and inanimate objects including a snappy crocodile and a super spaceman. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! MODELING WITH CLAY
Kevin the Cat teaches children how to make shapes, use sculpting tools, mix colors, and join pieces of clay to create 15 different charming sculpted animals. Lets Start! Modeling With Clay includes a 32-page instruction book, game and play mats, modeling clay, sculpting tool, cookie-cutter" clay molds, and more to help children unleash creativity from within. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! PAINTING
Charlie the Caterpillar shows children how to paint a variety of whimsical subjects ranging from colorful butterfly portraits and desert landscapes to floral still lifes through colorful step-by-step illustrations. Lets Start! Painting includes a 32-page instruction book, painting pad, paints, crayons, stencils, and more to start budding Rembrants off on the right foot. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! SAND ART
Lance the Lizard teaches children how to create sand art pictures of familiar objects and entertaining scenes including shiny snowmen, three-eyed aliens, and a deep-sea adventure. Lets Start! Sand Art includes a 32-page instruction book, activity pad with adhesive patterns, seven different sand art colors, glitter, sand art tools, sand sprinkler, and glue. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7"X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! STAMP ART
Tina the Turtle shows children how to make colorful pictures, and even a party crown, by printing with sponge, stamps, and stencils. Lets Start! Stamp Art includes a 32-page fully illustrated instruction book, different shaped foam sponges, rubber stamps, stencils, poster paint, and paintbrush. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 7" X 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! MAGIC COLORS
Paula the Pig playfully walks children through the basics of identifying primary colors with the help of fun-filled activities including matching, recognizing opposites, and learning new color vocabulary words such as camouflage" and shade." This fun and interactive learning kit includes a 32-page book, special pad with games and activities, and a storage area that contains all the supplies necessary to learn about color including paints, magic color change pens, game counters, colored shapes, and paintbrush. (MSRP $12.95, ages 5-9, hardcover, 9 ¾ x7" x 1 ¼", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START LEARNING CLUB BOOKS, INTRODUCING BASIC CONCEPTS:

WHATS THE TIME?
Time will fly as children follow Timothy Toucan from breakfast to bedtime as he teaches them the basics of telling time during each hour of his adventure-filled day. This brightly illustrated oversized board book is packed with easy-to-learn activities and interactive components including clock hands, reusable stickers, and erasable pens. Whats the Time? presents kids with an exciting approach to watching the clock. (MSRP $16.95, ages 3-6, oversized board book, 14 ¼" X 11 ¾" X 1", 12 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

CLARA ASKS HOW MANY?
Clara the Cow combines fun with learning throughout the pages of this giant-sized board book that offers children a guide to the basics of numbers and counting. Each spread asks children to assist Clara in countless activities and exercises while she is at the circus, the supermarket, the park, and the beach. Each eye-catching page features interactive elements including reusable stickers and special pens for use in learning how to count. A sponge is included to wipe the pages clean so they can be used again and again. (MSRP $16.95, ages 3-6, oversized board book, 14 ¼" X 11 ¾" X 1", 12 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

BIG OR SMALL?
Kevin the Cat leaps onto the pages of this giant-sized board book that offers children an inch-by-inch guide to the basics of size and measurements. Big or Small? Is sure to capture the attention of children with its delightful artwork and engaging text. Each eye-catching page challenges kids to identify sizes and shapes of colorful objects and animals in a series of playful settings. Whether Kevin is skiing down the slopes or riding a roller coaster, kids will love learning about whats big or small. (MSRP $16.95, ages 3-6, oversized board book, 14 ¼" X 11 ¾" X 1", 12 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)   

DESMOND DISCOVERS SHAPES AND COLORS
Desmond the Dog provides a lively interactive introduction to shapes and colors in Desmond Discovers Shapes and Colors through a variety of entertaining activities. This oversized laminated board book, features numerous games and exercises to help stimulate a childs creativity -- as well as reusable stickers, shaped stencils, a Desmond shaped sponge and special pens so children can draw on the pages then wipe them clean for reuse. (MSRP $16.95, ages 3-5, oversized board book, 14 ¼" X 11 ¾" X 1", 12 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! PLAY ALONG SERIES:

CLARAS FUN VACATION
Join Clara the Cow as she goes on a fun vacation in her very own backyard. Instead of being sad that her friends have gone away, Clara creates her own vacation paradise without ever leaving home. She makes palm trees, and a tent, pool , and sandy beach in her own back yard only to have her friends return from their trip and join in the fun! Kids can create their own imaginary getaway complete with passport, postcards, beach scenes and tropical punch. Includes everything you need to create over 15 engaging activities: rubber stamp, play passport,
colored pencils, colored sand, stickers, cards, fabric, glue, string and scissors. (MSRP $15.95, ages 4-6, hardcover, 8 ½" X 8 ½", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

PAULAS PARTY
Paula's Party tells the story of Paula Pig's adventure as she invites all her friends and puts on the birthday party of a lifetime! Follow Paula as she shops and bakes for the festivities and learns a lesson in overeating when she gets a tummy ache when her friends arrive for her celebration. Featuring a range of party themed activities from instructions on designing invitations to ideas for gifts and recipes for making sundaes and sandwiches, Paula's Party also includes games, mazes and craft activities. Components include colored paper, paint, stickers, tissue paper, colored pencils, zigzag scissors, and glue. (MSRP $15.95, ages 4-6, hardcover, 8 ½" X 11 ½", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

TIMOTHYS SPECIAL DELIVERY
Join Timothy Toucan on his first day delivering mail. Timothy flies through the cold to his friend's houses to drop off their mail but can't figure out why his bag is not getting lighter. He realizes his bag is full of presents and letters that are addressed to him from all his friends in town wishing him luck in his new job. Timothy curls up by the fire, wearing his new scarf and sipping hot cocoa, and reads his enormous stack of mail. Kids can use the project book to create their own cards, mailman's badge, picture postcards, stationery, or send a message in code. This two-in-one story and project book comes complete with a sticker sheet, glitter, glue, yarn, colored pencils, scissors, paint, heart-shaped sponge, crayons, notepaper and jigsaw letters. (MSRP $15.95, ages 4-6, hardcover, 8 ½" X 8 ½", 32 pages, full color illustrations throughout)

LETS START! FITTING FUN SERIES

IN THE JUNGLE WITH KEVIN
Kevin the Cat leads your child on an exciting journey into the jungle in this brightly colored book. Kids fit large colorful shapes onto each lively spread to complete the entertaining scenes. Kevin is joined by his adorable animal friends, including a cheeky chimp, a spotted snake and a crafty crocodile, on his explorations in the jungle. This board book comes complete with ten chunky plastic pieces, a handy clear tray for storage, and two die-cut holes on every spread. (MSRP $9.95, ages 3-5, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 6", 5 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

AT THE FARM WITH CLARA
Kids get to spend the day with Clara the Cow and her favorite farm animal friends in this educational and entertaining book. By matching and sorting the colorful shapes in order to complete each energetic spread, kids reinforce their developing hand-eye coordination in the most fun way possible. This board book comes complete with ten chunky plastic pieces, a handy clear tray for storage, and two die-cut holes on every spread. (MSRP $9.95, ages 3-5, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 6", 5 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

AT THE SEASIDE WITH GABY
Children spend a fun-filled day at the beach with Gaby the Goldfish in this highly entertaining and brightly colored board book. Kids complete the pictures as Gaby shows them the wonders of the seaside by swimming with Dolphins, collecting seashells, and eating an ice cream cone. The board book comes complete with ten chunky plastic pieces, a handy clear tray for storage, and two die-cut holes on every spread. (MSRP $9.95, ages 3-5, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 6", 5 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

IN THE SNOW WITH DESMOND
Desmond the Dog leads your child on an exciting adventure through a winter wonderland of snow and ice in this educational and entertaining book. Children will be thrilled to match each shape into the story as they help Desmond build a smiling snowman, kayak through gorgeous glaciers, and even spot a great big gray whale. The board book comes complete with ten chunky plastic pieces, a handy clear tray for storage, and two die-cut holes on every spread. (MSRP $9.95, ages 3-5, hardcover, 9 ¾" X 6", 5 spreads, full color illustrations throughout)

About Silver Dolphin Books:
San Diego, California based Silver Dolphin Books is the juvenile imprint of Advantage Publishers Group. Other Advantage Publishers Group imprints include Potable Press (Uncle Johns Bathroom Reader series),Thunder Bay Press (promotional) and Laurel Glen Publishing (elegant illustrated non-fiction). Offering value-priced quality product, Silver Dolphin Books publishes novelty and educational, nonfiction books featuring bold, colorful, and striking titles that appeal to children and parents alike. Ranging from licensed character books to how-to and activity books for preschoolers through pre-teens, Silver Dolphin Books engage, enlighten, and entertain.

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