Thanks, blackcat - yes, similarities in our families, for sure! Hmmm...does your DH like "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," too? wink

We tried Geronimo Stilton, and DS lost interest. frown

Thank you, AvoCado - actually, yes. I am trying hard to "encourage without pushing." Since I love to read, though, honestly - this is HARD! Especially since this is my DS that BEGGED for a "bookshelf" (PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE) for his beloved books when he was ready for a big boy bed. (Sigh).

Yes, and many of the "informational book" suggestions are as if this list has read my mind! Santa is actually already bringing many of these books...just in case... wink