Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Book (2004)

by J. K. Rowling

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.

332 pages
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Ages 8+

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. Characters consume alcohol such as brandy, sherry, and heavy drinking by Hagrid, alongside a character smoking a long pipe.

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Sex & Nudity

Sex, romance, and nudity are noted as not present in the book.

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.

Other things to know

The book is part of a massive franchise and product line without specific real-world brand mentions.

Positives & learning

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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