Wands are significant objects unique to each witch and wizard in the wizarding world. But how do their lengths and materials affect their use? Read on to find out, and learn more about Harry Potter’s wand…
Questions We Have Why do wand materials and lengths matter?
It’s an exciting day when a Hogwarts letter is posted through a young witch’s or wizard’s letterbox, but how were they chosen to attend this magical school? The answer might surprise you…
Questions We Have How do Hogwarts students get picked for Hogwarts?
Established in 1707, the Ministry of Magic governs the British wizarding community. Their main job is to keep Muggles from finding out about witches and wizards.
They have a number of other responsibilities, such as regulating magical travel,
Are you ready to explore the darker side of the wizarding world? Then let’s talk about Borgin and Burkes – the most infamous shop on Knockturn Alley!
It’s the go-to place for witches and wizards who have a taste for the dark arts.
Scholastic shares some great ideas to help inspire children’s reading and literacy – no matter what their age. Children deserve reading experiences that resonate with their joyful spirits, and their desire to explore and play.
Before even opening the book, look at the cover – the Harry Potter books have magical
Harry, Ron and Hermione tackled five magical challenges to make it to the Philosopher’s Stone. Play this game to see if you could follow in their footsteps!
It’s time to find out if you have what it takes! Begin Trials Warning!
The Hogwarts common rooms are shared areas where students relax after a long day of learning magic. Learn more about each of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff’s common rooms here!
Questions We Have What are the Hogwarts common rooms like?
Every year, at exactly 11am on the 1st of September, the famous Hogwarts Express departs from King’s Cross station carrying students to Hogwarts. Yet, in a world of Portkeys and broomsticks why is such a non-magical form of transport used? We take a look…
Questions We Have Why do Hogwarts students get to school by a train?
arry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger have to solve some serious puzzles
In Diagon Alley, Harry discovers his wand with the help of Mr Ollivander. Now it’s your turn – use this handy template to design your perfect wand.
Make your own wand with Scholastic Want to have your own wand, like Harry?
