Joey's First Book Review

We just finished reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Here is Joey's first book review:

I liked it when Harry Potter went up on his broomstick, when he wasn't meant to. I disliked when Harry Potter locked the troll in where Hermione Granger was. I laughed when Neville's name was mentioned: Neville Longbottom! Harry Potter is my favourite character because he is brave. My least favourite character is Professor Quirrel and Voldemort (they shared a body). I hope Harry Potter wins Quidditch on 280 points in the next story called 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.' I want to start reading this right away.

I have found it delightful to read this book with Joey (and he does read it, he'll read a page or two and then we read). I am a fan of the book series (and have read all the books at least 3 times each). Seeing the story through the eyes of a six year old has been really wonderful. He listened so closely to the story, puzzled out various bits of the plot, and laughed out loud at bits I might have glossed over. I find it fascinating to watch kids grow older, to see how their reasoning develops, and to be reminded of all the magic that is in the world around us! (Sandy)