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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Since its publication, Quidditch Through the Ages has been one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts library. Read by Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and many more, it is the essential guide to the wizarding world's favourite game.
Charting its journey from Queerditch Marsh in the eleventh century to the sophisticated sport of today, Quidditch Through the Ages will show you the moments of exhilarating triumph and crushing despair
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Newt Scamander's classic compendium of magical creatures, has delighted generations of wizarding readers. With this beautiful, large-scale new edition illustrated in full color, Muggles too will have the chance to discover where the Runespoor lives, what the Puffskein eats, and why shiny objects should always be kept away from the Niffler."-- provided by publisher.
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"A world of wizards, witches, and magic awaits! Meet all your favorite LEGO Harry Potter minifigures and discover the secrets hidden within Hogwarts Castle. Relive memorable movie moments, including exciting Quidditch matches and spooky adventures in the Forbidden Forest." --P. [4] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Contains 150 recipes inspired by the Harry Potter novels, with a guide to where the foods can be found in the books, including good food with bad relatives, treats from the train, the favorite cook's dishes, holiday fare, and more.
Author
Publisher
Sky Pony Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"This follow-up to The Unofficial Harry Potter Joke Book: Great Guffaws for Gryffindor offers hundreds of hilarious jokes from the Harry Potter world for every muggle, wizard, and squib. The Pottermore website allows Harry Potter fans everywhere to be sorted into the house that s right for them, and now loyal Hufflepuffs everywhere can find themselves in The Unofficial Harry Potter Jokes Book: Howling Hilarity for Hufflepuff. This fourth book will...
9) Harry Potter
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Series
Publisher
Bigfoot Books, Kaleidoscope Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Sky Pony Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Tickle Charms and Laughing Potions, meet your match! This follow-up to The Unofficial Harry Potter Joke Book: Great Guffaws for Gryffindor offers more than 800 hilarious jokes from the Harry Potter world for Slytherins and Hufflepuffs alike.--back of book.
Author
Publisher
Insight Editions
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
A tour of Diagon Alley as imagined in the Harry Potter films is comprised of intricately detailed spreads of such iconic destinations as the Ollivander's wand store, Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes joke shop, and the vaults of Gringotts bank.
Author
Publisher
Sky Pony Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Muggle world got you down? Dark lord actively trying to end you? Horcrux fell in between the abyss that is your couch cushions? Need some laughter but haven't learned the tickling charm yet? Don't worry; The Unofficial Harry Potter Joke Book is here to relieve some of the daily stresses that accompany a life of witchcraft and wizardry.
Author
Publisher
Ulysses Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Make every meal bewitching with this cookbook created for young witches, wizards, and chefs-in-training. Inside you'll discover how to make traditional English fare, American classics, magic-inspired drinks and sweets, and more! Have fun learning cooking terms and kitchen skills with recipes that range in complexity so that all kid chefs and their potions masters (or parents) can whip up something amazing"--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Insight Editions
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Go behind the scenes of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore with this fun and interactive journey into the Wizarding World and filmmaking process. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore transports fans once again to the Wizarding World. Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead...
Publisher
Media Lab Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Readers will find details of when the character was first mentioned, appearance, wizard school, house, patronus, wand, related family members, skills and achievements, personal history and more! With more than 700 characters included, this book is packed from cover to cover. The book will also include genealogical charts and family trees for the major characters, world maps detailing important locations, homes and schools, as well as charts detailing...
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Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Joanne Rowling was a young woman, she found herself down and out of luck. But, she had a best-selling idea and a tenacious spirit. If only she could find someone who wanted to publish her book... Discover how J. K. Rowling became a best-selling author and publishing sensation in this true story of her life. Then, learn 10 key lessons from her work you can apply to your own life."--Back cover.
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Relive the movie magic with this hardcover guide, which includes essential information about all the main characters of the film! Learn all about the extraordinary beasts that Magizoologist Newt Scamander carries in his magical leather case. From the arodable, furry Niffler to the majestic Swooping Evil, this cinematic guide features captivating beasts and magical move moments.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) Inc
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In 1995, on a four-hour-delayed train from Manchester to London, J.K. Rowling conceived of the idea of a boy wizard named Harry Potter. Upon arriving in London, she began immediately writing the first book in the saga. Rowling's true-life, rags-to-riches story is as compelling as the world of Hogwarts that she created. This biography details not only Rowling's life and her love of literature but the story behind the creation of a modern classic"--...
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