The Children’s Book Review | December 3, 2018
We all know a Potterhead that can’t get enough of the magical wizarding world created by J.K. Rowling, the author of the much-loved seven-book Harry Potter series. Here are 5 books that will charm even the most qualified wizards!
J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World: Movie Magic Volume One: Extraordinary People and Fascinating Places
Written by Jody Revenson
Publisher’s Synopsis: Featuring all eight Harry Potter movies and the upcoming movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, this magical book is the ultimate insider’s guide to the films from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World for young fans.
From the gilded halls of Gringotts and Hogwarts to the New York City of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, each page of this book delivers a fun, interactive experience for young readers as they discover how the extraordinary places and fascinating characters of the wizarding world took shape onscreen. Filled with lift-the-flaps, stickers, and other engaging inserts, this engrossing book overflows with captivating facts about the movie magic used to create a world fit for witches and wizards. Including insights from the actors who played Harry Potter, Professor Dumbledore, Newt Scamander, and many more, this book is a must-have for young fans of the Wizarding World.
Age Range: 10+
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Harry Potter: Imagining Hogwarts: A Beginner’s Guide to Moviemaking
Written by Bryan Michael Stoller
Publisher’s Synopsis: Inspired by the beloved Harry Potter films, Imagining Hogwarts: A Beginner’s Guide to Moviemaking teaches kids everything they need to know about making a movie—then gives them the chance to do it themselves.
Imagining Hogwarts is a fun, practical guide to making your very own movie set at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With guided activities on every aspect of moviemaking, from creating your own storyboard to making costumes and even postproduction, this book will teach you how to create your movie masterpiece step-by-step. Stickers, posters, and other removable extras packed inside will help you set the stage and craft the wizarding world movie of your dreams.
Age Range: 9-12
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Harry Potter: Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook
Written by Jody Revenson
Publisher’s Synopsis: Packed with bonus inserts, Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook is a one-of-a-kind tour through the beloved wizarding locale.
Diagon Alley is a cobblestoned shopping area for wizards and witches, and it was Harry Potter’s first introduction to the wizarding world. On this bustling street, seen throughout the Harry Potter films, the latest brooms are for sale, wizard authors give book signings, and young Hogwarts students acquire their school supplies—cauldrons, quills, robes, wands, and brooms.
This magical scrapbook takes readers on an interactive tour of Diagon Alley, from Gringotts Wizarding Bank to Ollivanders wand shop, Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, and beyond. Detailed profiles of each shop include concept illustrations, behind-the-scenes photographs, and fascinating reflections from actors and filmmakers that give readers an unprecedented inside look at the beloved wizarding location. Fans will also revisit key moments from the films, such as Harry’s first visit to Ollivanders when he is selected by his wand in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s escape from Gringotts on the back of a Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1.
Destined to be a must-have collectible for fans of Harry Potter, Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook also comes packed with removable inserts.
Age Range: 10+
Buy Now: IndieBound | Amazon
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Newt Scamander: A Movie Scrapbook
Written by Rick Barba
Publisher’s Synopsis: Learn all about Newt Scamander and the incredible film from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Peer inside Newt Scamander’s enchanted suitcase, encounter marvelous creatures, roam the streets of 1920s New York City, and meet Newt’s fascinating friends! This magical scrapbook takes readers on an interactive adventure through Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Filled with removable artifacts, such as wizarding newspapers, posters, and other fascinating finds, this book has something for everyone!
Age Range: 10+
Buy Now: IndieBound | Amazon
Harry Potter: Magical Film Projections: Quidditch
Written by Insight Editions
Publisher’s Synopsis: Using black line illustrations on framed acetate pages, this unique book allows fans to project their favorite scenes from the Harry Potter films at home with a flashlight.
The wizarding world’s favorite sport, Quidditch is a magical game played high up in the air with Quaffles, Bludgers, and broomsticks. This interactive book allows fans to project their favorite Quidditch scenes from the Harry Potter films on a wall or ceiling using a flashlight. Read along and experience extraordinary moments from the movies like never before, like when Harry catches the Golden Snitch in his first-ever game of Quidditch.
Age Range: 7-10
Buy Now: IndieBound | Amazon
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