Harry Potter has captivated the imagineation of millions of children. And Harry Potter has caused controversy in churches and schools. What's an educator or a parent to do with the magical, mystical world of Harry and his friends? Gina Burkart chose to read the books with her own children. And as they read together, she discovered many parallels between Christian faith and the themes of these books. IN fact, the escapades of Potter sparked significant conversation between the author and her kids. In this helpful, entertaining guide, Burkart shows how Harry Potter fits into the tradition of fairy tale writing and how this type of literature helps build a moral framework. She highlights specific situations and emotions from Harry's world that children face in their own life, including fear, anger, bullies and diversity. Instead of magic words or easy answers, Burkart offers solid practical advice for helping adults and children navigate Potter's world and our own-together.
