a review on Amazon says the book has a slow start. True? Wondering if eldest needs to be older for this one.

Teacher shows main char how to love Shakespeare & unintentionally how to curse in Shakesp English. Best for younger kid and not slow.

Toads, beetles, bats, light on you!

I'm sure that's an example, not an actual intended curse.

Kid's favorite quote "A southwest blow on ye And blister you all o'er!".