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?
Category: Editorials
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.
The Power of Fanon
Sometimes fandom can be so convincing, we actually forget what is and isn’t canon. But how does the popularity of fanon affect our perceptions of characters such as Dumbledore or Snape?
Ebony Elizabeth Thomas Explores Race and the “Harry Potter” Fandom in “The Dark Fantastic”
In “The Dark Fantastic”, Ebony Elizabeth Thomas examines the representation of black female characters in beloved works like “The Hunger Games” and “Harry Potter” from the perspective of both scholar and fan.
Why It Is Okay to Be a Girl and Not Look Up to Hermione Granger
Who would not want to be able to brew Polyjuice Potion at the age of 12? I grew up thinking I was Hermione Granger. Consequently, I took a quiz and found out I had been completely wrong my whole life.
Are Current J.K. Rowling Memes Chasing Away New Readers?
J.K. Rowling memes are starting to get out of hand. Will the next generation refuse to read “Potter” based on unreliable, preconceived notions?
