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January 2, 2019

Very good but read the book first.

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October 20, 2012

Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone the video game

Violence (E) The Flipendo spell is pretty violent.

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Too much violence

Too much consumerism

April 9, 2008

Awesome!

This book is where Harry is told of his parentage and real reason all these weird things happen to him. Also this is where he meets Ron and Hermione. He also gets to meet Hagrid, Prof. Mcgonagall, and Dumbledore for the first time since he was left at aunt and uncle's home to be raised as a muggle.(non magical person) Hogwarts ,the school in which he will be learning to control his magic,this is also where he makes his first encounter with Lord Voldemort since the murder of his parents. But this is an all around fabulous book.

April 9, 2008

Shouldn't this be T! The said the D-word!

April 9, 2008

I love this game!

I still play this game! The best part is finding all the parts where it glitches (like the room nearly-headless Nick goes in after he talks to you the first time). My only complaint is that the oening sequence makes no sense at all because in a random slide it just jumps to "Dumbledoor stood up". However, the game is beging to show its age but that doesn't subtract from the fun!

February 27, 2022

A MUST READ

This series, best in the world. I recommend this to anyone who likes fantasy and adventure.

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March 6, 2022

LOVE IT!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

I am probably adding to thousands Of reviews that say the the same stuff but….. THIS BOOK IS AMAZING I feel every kid in the world should read this book this is a short review because my friends told me if I rote down just how much I love this book I would probably take up all the space this is the first book I read after I learned how to read!!!!

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May 30, 2022

Magical start of the fantastic boy-wizard series.

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February 23, 2022

*holds up sign that says "HARRY POTTER 4 LIFE"*

if this is "tOo bLaNd AnD bOriNg" for you....stop :D

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February 20, 2022

A Poem. Composed by Arwen Baggins

Harry Potter met an otter when going for a walk. To his surprise, before his eyes, the thing began to talk. "Go back to bed!" the otter said, "And leave me in my pond." Harry ran away and found he'd somehow lost his wand. When Harry went to class, his teacher said to him, "Harry, did you see an otter going for a swim?" When the schooling had to start, casting spells and such, Harry knew his missing wand wouldn't help too much. He said to Ron "My wand is gone." And Ron said "That's too bad." Harry had to sit class out, and that made Harry mad. After school he went outside, to retrace his route. And to see if he could find his missing magic loot. But when Harry did arrive t'was not his wand he found. Instead he saw the otter swimming round and round. "You have my wand!" Harry said. He began to yell and shout. The otter stopped it's swimming and raised his head and snout. Harry started raging as the otter began to laugh. "You dropped your wand into my pond and I bit it right in half." The End.

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November 20, 2020

I'm sorry to break it to you but I really don't like this book

Ok, I have a few reasons why I don't like this book. 1. Harry Potter doesn't really have a personality. 2. There are to many characters. 3. The book is slow and boring. 4. It is very complicated for some people. 5. Harry Potter is too perfect, which isn't realistic(even tho this is a fantasy book)

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August 16, 2018

The Use of Magic may be tempting

Rowling created an epic series, certainly, but it can scarcely be called a classic if it has the definitely unclassic element of detailed magic. All of the spells that Harry says and does are detailed. While many spells have been proven to have Latin origins, some are just completely made up while others, according to an ex-witch, are real. While it is fantasy, the use of magic may be tempting for younger children, and that could ultimately prove to be a trial for many children.

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December 21, 2011

BORING

The Harry Potter books are very boring and don't go at a fast pace

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April 9, 2008

dangerous series

i think that this book and its series are not what people think. a lot of parents will go for these just because it gets their kids reading. i find that a rather stupid motive. give your kid something dangerous because it might get them to do something good? i have read this book and others in the series. the "good" characters frequently lie, disobey authority, cheat, and what's more, they are rewarded. i know many say that they had "good motives" but this only teaches that if someone has good intentions, he/she may use ANY MEANS in order to accomplish that for "the greater good." also, the main theme of the book is witchcraft. there are "good" witches and wizards and "bad" ones. witchcraft is very dangerous, and for those who dont know, its very real. kids can go on the harry potter website and actually learn spells, and other things about it. this book teaches that you may fight for good, but you can use deceitful means, it doesn't matter as long as you have good intentions. children will believe that they will be rewarded at the end of what they have done if its a good thing, yet it doesn't matter how they have accomplished it. this is a dangerous idea. i wouldn't give children this book for anything. though i will admit that it is written well, it is wrong for children to read. it will interest them in witchcraft, teach that lying, cheating, and disrespect to authority is alright as long as they get what they want. another issue is harry's "family." in the story they are not good people, but children who cannot get along with their parents, who may in fact be good and loving people, will associate them with harry's relatives, and simply conlude that since harry's family was stupid and mean, they did not deserve obedience and respect. many who read this will think im "nuts" and will write reviews in conflict stating "dont listen to that critical review this book is amazing blah blah blah..." well, everyone has a free will. but if you read the book maybe you'll notice these things when you didn't before.

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August 23, 2022

Super magical that even whenever I read it I feel like I’m in the real world for some reason! Just makes me feel like I am in the Harry Potter world, I literally love Harry Potter and the books it’s so full of magic, wizards and witches, mysteries and even dark wizards! I just love this book by heart

Is Harry Potter OK for a 7 year old?

7–9: A great age to begin (for younger kids, consider reading aloud together). Read: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

Is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone good for kids?

Good movie for most kids. The only issue with the Harry Potter series is that the first couple of films are fine for younger kids, but as you progress in the series things get a little more serious.

Is Harry Potter OK for 8 year old?

The Harry Potter book series is Middle Grade, not YA (Young Adult). This means it is generally written for children ages 8-12 and grade levels 3-7.

Is Harry Potter OK for a 5 year old?

Like most milestones, there is no “right age.” It all depends on the kid—and the parents. But there are a few age-related guidelines to take into consideration: From a technical standpoint, Harry Potter is categorized as a middle-grade read, which typically encompasses 9–to–12-year-olds.