May Require Batteries is the fourth book in the humorous children's series, The World of Norm. The title is a funny metaphor for the energy and effort Norm needs to survive his chaotic life. The protagonist, a perpetually unlucky boy, continues to narrate his escalating disasters, which in this volume, likely involve a new, complex problem that drains his patience and sanity—perhaps a new hobby, a terrible trip, or a particularly difficult new school rule. The narrative is presented with Norm’s signature diary-style humor, focusing on the unfairness of the world, his annoying family (especially his sister), and his comical attempts to maintain a semblance of control.
