Thematic Activities

Learn the basics of astronomy (stars, planets, constellations), explore why astrology is not a science, and discover how Greek and Roman mythology ties into both astrology and astronomy - all using Harry Potter as a framework for exploration!

Pennsylvania Librarian Creates Virtual Harry Potter-Themed Escape Room

In class one we will travel through Diagon Alley to shop for our school supplies as we learn about the classroom tools, equipment, and safety needed for my Potions Chemistry Course. We will also do an invisible ink experiment!

Are you ready to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Take this quiz to test your wizarding knowledge and to determine whether you are a muggle or ready for your Hogwarts letter. To receive a custom Hogwarts admission certificate after you pass the quiz, please enter your email address and your name (as you would like to see it printed on the certificate).

Do you have what it takes to become a member of the Gilderoy Lockhart Fan Club? Complete this quiz to test your knowledge of the incomparable Gilderoy Lockhart and his acclaimed written works. To receive a custom membership certificate after you pass the quiz, please enter your email address and your name (as you would like to see it printed on the certificate).

Are Mssrs. Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs willing to share their secrets with you? Take this quiz to find out if you have what it takes to become an authorized user of The Marauder's Map. To receive a custom authorized user certificate after you pass the quiz, please enter your email address and your name (as you would like to see it printed on the certificate).

Do you have what it takes to compete in the Triwizard Tournament? Take this quiz to find out if your name would be chosen to compete by the Goblet of Fire. To receive a custom Goblet of Fire certificate after you pass the quiz, please enter your email address and your name (as you would like to see it printed on the certificate).

This exam is designed for students of the Harry Potter series. Questions may come from any of the first five books in the series, because fifth year students take O.W.L.s, but the majority of the questions can be answered if you have read the first 3 books.

Here is the grade you will receive, depending on the number of questions you answer correctly. You won't see how many points you got until you click "submit" at the end. You can always take the test again if you'd like to improve your score.

OW.L. Grades
O--Outstanding 15-20 (or more) correct
E--Exceeds Expectations 11-14 Correct
A--Acceptable 7-10 Correct
P--Poor 4-6 Correct
D--Dreadful 2-3 Correct
T--Troll 0-1 Correct


Warning: Auto-Answer quills are forbidden. Good Luck!