It's not hard to see why kids enjoy these books. Children can easily identify with the characters, and the plots capture their imagination. Yet, though Rowling has managed to create a hero and friends who will endure, she has not fallen into a trap many authors of children's books face: Harry is not eternally young, but is growing and learning. He even is learning of the perils and mysteries of socializing with girls when he needs an escort for the Yule Ball. Wonder what else Rowling has in store for our plucky hero....