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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Book (2004)
Harry Potter thinks he is an ordinary boy - until he is rescued by a beetle eyed giant of a man, enrols at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learns to play Quidditch and does battle in a deadly duel. All because Harry Potter is a wizard! Follow the adventures of Harry Potter as he discovers the magical, the dangerous, the unpredictable world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Book (2004)
Harry Potter thinks he is an ordinary boy - until he is rescued by a beetle eyed giant of a man, enrols at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learns to play Quidditch and does battle in a deadly duel. All because Harry Potter is a wizard! Follow the adventures of Harry Potter as he discovers the magical, the dangerous, the unpredictable world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
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Sex & Nudity
Sex, romance, and nudity are noted as not present in the book.
Violence & Gore
Kids are often in peril, mostly from fantasy creatures: a three-headed dog, a troll knocked unconscious, and a life-size chess board. Harry sees a dead, bloody unicorn, and his parents' deaths are discussed, though bloodless in flashback. A fistfight, bullying, and a minor character's death are also present.
Profanity
Includes mild language consisting of a single instance of damn and an exclamation of good Lord.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters consume alcohol such as brandy, sherry, and heavy drinking by Hagrid, alongside a character smoking a long pipe.
Frightening Scenes
Kids face peril from fantasy creatures, including a three-headed dog, an attacking troll, a deadly chess board, and a hooded figure near a dead unicorn.
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Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The narrative emphasizes that friendship and bravery outweigh cleverness, highlighting various forms of courage.
Role models
Main characters demonstrate dedicated friendship and bravery, while Dumbledore acts as a supportive mentor.
Representation
Includes some student diversity, prominent female roles, and themes of economic disparity, alongside negative size-related language.
Learning
The author incorporates and adapts traditional magical creatures, historical figures, and folklore concepts.
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