Wizarding World Gold Is Here, but Who’s Going to Buy It?
We talked with readers and staff members about the new Wizarding World Gold subscription. Let’s take a look at who is and isn’t going to purchase it and why.
Category: Editorials
The Magical Power of “Harry Potter” Fan Art
A picture is worth 1,000 words. So you can bet it is saying a whole heap of things when it comes to “Harry Potter” fan art.
How “Harry Potter” Helped Me With My Anxiety
How has “Harry Potter” affected your mental health? Visit Hogwarts with us as we discover the link between “Harry Potter” and anxiety.
J.K. Rowling Has Authority to Determine Canon
Is J.K. Rowling on a roll, or are her ideas becoming unplottable? Read this take on the “Potter” author’s clash with canon.
Questioning Canon: Navigating an Expanding Franchise
What if I don’t want to count “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”? What if I don’t like the “Fantastic Beasts” series? What if my OTP is Wolfstar?
Expecto Pedagogy! Examining the Effects of J.K. Rowling’s Teaching Experiences
Rereading the series as an educator reveals how much Rowling got right about teaching. This shouldn’t be a surprise since she was a teacher herself.
What “Harry Potter” Taught Me About Imagination
There is so much magic in being able to identify with your favorite character. However, in the wizarding world, the importance of imagination and an open mind are pivotal to forming your own distinct connection to your favorite character.
I Can See Thestrals: Surviving Grief With Help From the Wizarding World
Although I love Thestrals, I would rather be able to say that my father and sister are still on this earth. Through their loss, I realized how much J.K. Rowling taught me about loss through “Harry Potter”.
Why I Couldn’t Have a “Harry Potter” Classroom
I was eager to create a “Harry Potter”-inspired classroom when I became a teacher. I realized this was not possible when I learned more about my students.
