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Despite the major motion pictures and the vast amount of merchandise available, Harry Potter is first and foremost about the books.

Is the sinister potions master loyal to the evil Lord Voldemort, or was Dumbledore wise to trust him? Students will enjoy the Snape Debate in this literary lesson plan.

The wildly successful Harry Potter fantasy books are not only highly entertaining, they also contain valuable lessons of life for people of all ages.

Magical plants described in the hugely successful Harry Potter books by J K Rowling are, in fact, based on real plants; the Mandrake, Belladonna and Wolfsbane do exist.

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series has many rich details including the cast of characters, over a dozen of which are astronomically named.

You may think that banning books was something that happened in Victorian times, but banning books still happens -- and mystery novels are not exempt.

Joanne "Jo" Rowling has become a publishing phenomenon. In just ten short years, her Harry Potter books have made her the highest grossing writer in history.

For those of you who can't stand the wait between Harry Potter movies, well.. you're going to have to wait a little bit longer. Order of the Phoenix is coming... in 2007.

Here are some of the popular book series that tweens are reading today. They range from easy to read for 9 and 10 year olds and those for 11 and 12 year olds.

Though usually discussed as fantasy novels, the Harry Potter books are part of the long tradition of British school stories.

The latest Harry Potter film is out this summer, but it's never too early to plan a Harry Potter party or host a Harry Potter book club to celebrate the series.

Sci Fi and Fantasy Finds: What would happen if real people actually found out magic was not fantasy, and that they perform it? Grossman elegantly gives the answer.

JK Rowling's Harry Potter series has generated almost cult-like status since its first publication, generating a new enthusiasm with children for reading.

From books to films to video games, "The Lexicon" defines all things Harry Potter for fans of J.K. Rowling's fantastical creations.

Never fear, Harry Potter fans, J.K Rowling's best-loved series might be done but the magic isn't over yet. Check out these magical, mysterious Harry Potter read-alikes.

Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them is by no means a comprehensive guide to magical creatures, but it supports a noble charity and is very fun to read.

Are you waiting for the Book 7, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, in the Harry Potter epic by J.K. Rowling? Try the Vorkosigan saga, Mugglenet, or Leaky.

Reviews and spoilers have focussed upon the body count and the plot of the final Potter installment, but what is the legacy of the series and the hype surrounding it?

A collection of five wizarding fables, J K Rowling will delight fans with this supplement to her immensely popular Harry Potter series.

With a little creativity, parents won't have to raid Gringotts to decorate a Harry Potter theme bedroom just like a Gryffindor dorm at Hogwarts Castle.

Children's reading skills are at a low point. A child with good reading skills will have an advantage over his peers. Vintage books provide a valuable resource.

Stamp collectors are often searching for new, fun and exciting subjects on which to base a topical collection. Harry Potter stamps offer an appealing choice for all ages.

After bestselling book writer Joanne Kathleen (J. K.) Rowling finished school at Exeter University, she went on to work at Amnesty International.

Every year it's the same problem. What to get Dad, Mum, brother James or Sister Nicky. Why not find them a good book they can sink into in front of a post Christmas fire?

Series 8 Big Brother contestant Jonty Stern talks candidly about writing, politics, and Dr Who.

Popular presenter and author, Stephen Fry, features in a wide variety of audiobooks. These include audiobooks for children and adults.

Which laptop notebooks are recommended for online homeschooling? Learn about laptop rental, the one laptop per child initiative and how to find the best laptop for kids.

A guide to the latest action alerts issued by environmentally focused groups working for positive change.

Make your own accessories and costumes worn by the characters in the Harry Potter books and movies.

Who can resist Halloween, Harry Potter and fun parties that celebrate the two?

Harry Potter: The Order of the Phoenix brings mixed reviews, but is well worth seeing.

Learn the ingredients of motivating reluctant middle school writers through the use of Harry Potter literature in your classroom.

Parents and grandparents of children with special needs have extra considerations when purchasing gifts. Will the child like it? Is it developmentally appropriate?

UK film locations for movies and TV series like Harry Potter, Price and Prejudice, The Da Vinci Code and Gosford Park bring visitors for years afterwards, says a report

Vacation is over, the kids are back to school, and life gets much busier! While you're waiting for the kids at soccer or dance, why not pick up a new book?

Hot buttered rum is usually made with water. Substitute cider for the water, add flavored butter and honey. Have you considered pumpkin juice? No juicer is needed.

Learn the ins and outs of writing fiction for children. What you should know before you start. Don't underestimate the difficulty of the genre. Tips to make it easy.

An intriguing advertisement in a newspaper draws four young children into a mysterious adventure to save the world.

Getting there is half the fun. Plan a vacation car trip that's enjoyable for the whole family.

When the sixth Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is released in 2009, the film's cast will feature a few new actors.

J. K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" provides a crowd-pleasing but unconvincing conclusion to her innovative series.

Dragons are popular subjects for designs, in cross stitch or free embroidery. There are many ideas to choose from, so imagination is the only barrier to a great project.

Ideas to help children submit writing and become published writers or artists in magazines, on websites, and in other publications.

Even successful freelancers sometimes need a second job to pay the bills. Here are some career ideas for writers who need to make money.

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince has Harry looking back at Voldemort's past in an attempt to try and understand the twisted mind of a broken madman.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban divulges new information on Harry's past, which he learns from his parent's dearest friends and also their vilest enemies

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is coming! Celebrate the finale to JK Rowling's seven book phenomenon with poetry and creative writing curriculum!

Perhaps one of the most difficult challenges along the path of achieving inner peace is truly believing in yourself and not taking the opinions of others personally.

JK Rowling's Harry Potter is popular enough that a Potter-themed room may excite the envy of children and adults alike! Here are several ideas for decorating a bedroom.

Lexile measures assign a value to text difficulty and reading level to help parents and teachers select books at an appropriate comprehension level for children.