The second of a three-volume series, this book is aimed at parents whose children have read The Gun Book for Boys and want to get started shooting. It is a straightforward treatment of the adult concerns about firearms and shooting, from safety and legal issues to costs, potential pitfalls and benefits. It answers questions such as how to buy a gun and store it safely, where to shoot, and how to assess a child’s behavior with guns. For background and additional information, it is recommended that parents read The Gun Book for Boys as well.