Funny quotes by Noah as he started chapter 1 of the book,

“Mommy, this book is almost as big as the bible.”

“Someone wrote in this book!!” [I bought it used, much cheaper] “Don’t they know you are ***not*** supposed to write in textbooks? Which school let’s someone WRITE in a textbook!!!”

[After reading it for awhile] “This book would not be possible to be read by an elementary school class…hmm…there is too much reading.”

[I think he’s still trying to figure out what grade level it is.]

“This book is written like someone talking to you, and I prefer books that just list the facts.” [Then he continues to read for a moment.] “Oh I get it, it’s written this way because kids are supposed to be reading it OUTLOUD in a classroom.”

Chapter 1….I told him he needs to start at the beginning. I’m not going to be too strict on how he reads it, since it’s really just for fun, but I’m trying to encourage him to go through it thoroughly…

After reading a few more moments, clearly starting to become engrossed in the book (did you know seeds are plant embryos?)

“Mommy, I’ll read this book, but I’m *not* reading any pages with photographs of spiders on it.”

Okay Noah — it’s a deal 🙂