Being with Nerds on September 1
September 1 just feels that much more magical when you’re surrounded by other “Harry Potter” fans.
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Thoughts on Umbridge From a Former Teacher
J.K. Rowling was astute in creating parallels to Muggle education when writing about schools for wizards. The most obvious, and most critical, parallel is embodied in the character we all love to hate: Dolores Jane Umbridge.
Five Ways to Celebrate Hogwarts Start-of-Term from Home
Here are some fun ways to get into the Back-to-Hogwarts spirit from wherever you live!
A Definitive Ranking of Harry Potter’s Best and Worst First Days of School
As many of us head back to school, it’s comforting to remember that no amount of first-day drama will ever compare with that experienced by Harry Potter.
Why I Read “Harry Potter”
I have begun to realize that there are a number of conditions and circumstances that push me into these repetitions of my favorite book series. Here are some of the reasons why my copies of the “Harry Potter” books are looking worn and well loved.
“MuggleCast” Episode 282: “Back to Hogwarts” Now Available!
Your original “Harry Potter” podcast celebrates the month of September in the usual way: by welcoming new Hogwarts students (such as James Sirius Potter), by speculating on fan-submitted theories, and by commiserating on the many failures of Pottermore. Do not fret! – sharing in the experience with friends makes all of the difference.
All Aboard the Hogwarts Express
O, September 1, you majestic date. Now hurry, everyone, the train leaves at exactly 11 o’clock! t’s the day when young witches and wizards cross through platforms nine and ten to board the Hogwarts Express. The Sorting Hat will sing its song, and students will head off to bed with full stomachs, awaiting their first day of classes.
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