Boy Who Lived Slides
The Boy Who Lived
An Introduction to the World of Harry Potter
Meet Harry James Potter
Harry is an orphan who discovered on his 11th birthday that he is actually a **wizard**.
- Famous for surviving a dark curse as a baby.
- Recognized by his lightning-bolt scar.
- Known for his round glasses and messy black hair.
The Boy Who Lived
Life at Number 4 Privet Drive
Before finding out he was a wizard, Harry lived a very difficult life with his aunt, uncle, and cousin—**The Dursleys**.
The Cupboard
He slept in a small closet under the stairs.
The Dursleys
They treated him poorly and kept his magic a secret.
Everything changed when a giant named **Hagrid** arrived with a special letter.
"Yer a wizard, Harry."
— Rubeus Hagrid
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
A thousand-year-old castle hidden in the Scottish Highlands where students learn to brew potions, cast spells, and fly on broomsticks.
Gryffindor
Bravery & Nerve
Harry's House
Hufflepuff
Loyalty & Patience
Ravenclaw
Wit & Learning
Slytherin
Ambition & Cunning
Best Friends: The Golden Trio
Harry Potter
The Brave Leader
Naturally talented and deeply loyal to his friends.
Ron Weasley
The Loyal Sidekick
Comes from a large wizarding family. Great at Wizard Chess.
Hermione Granger
The Brightest Witch
Born to non-magical parents. Extremely smart and logical.
He Who Must Not Be Named
Lord Voldemort
A powerful dark wizard who tried to take over the wizarding world. He is the one who gave Harry his scar and killed Harry's parents.
"Neither can live while the other survives."
DEFEATED BY A BABY
Themes & Values
Bravery
Harry isn't fearless, but he chooses to do what is right even when he is afraid.
Choice
The series teaches that it is our **choices**, far more than our abilities, that show who we truly are.
"It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live." — Albus Dumbledore
Class Discussion
Which Hogwarts House do you think you belong in? Why?
Why is friendship so important to Harry's survival?
If you could have one magical power, what would it be?
Wizarding Entry Exam Worksheet
Hogwarts Entry Exam
NAME:
DATE:
Test your knowledge of the Boy Who Lived and the Wizarding World.
Part 1: Identifying Harry
Describe Harry Potter using three specific physical traits and three personality traits mentioned in the presentation.
Physical Traits
Personality Traits
Part 2: Wizarding Knowledge
1. Where did Harry sleep while living with the Dursleys at Privet Drive?
The attic
The cupboard under the stairs
A luxury bedroom
In the backyard shed
2. Which Hogwarts House values bravery and nerve?
Slytherin
Ravenclaw
Hufflepuff
Gryffindor
Part 3: The Golden Trio
Harry's friends Ron and Hermione are very different. Choose one of them and explain how their specific skills help the group.
Part 4: Your Story
Hagrid tells Harry, "Yer a wizard." Imagine a giant appears at your door today to tell you that you have a secret power. What would that power be, and how would you use it for good?
Wizarding Entry Exam Key
Teacher Answer Key
Wizarding Entry Exam
Grade Level
5th
PART 1: CHARACTER TRAITS
Physical Traits (Answers may vary)
- Lightning-bolt scar on forehead
- Round glasses
- Messy black hair
- Green eyes
Personality Traits (Answers may vary)
- Brave / Courageous
- Loyal to friends
- Humble / Doesn't seek fame
- Strong sense of right and wrong
PART 2: WIZARDING KNOWLEDGE
Where did Harry sleep while living with the Dursleys?
Answer: The cupboard under the stairs
Which Hogwarts House values bravery and nerve?
Answer: Gryffindor
PART 3: THE GOLDEN TRIO
Key points students should mention:
Ron Weasley
Loyalty, knowledge of the wizarding world (born into a wizard family), skill at Wizard Chess, bravery.
Hermione Granger
High intelligence, logic, vast spell knowledge, preparation, research skills.
PART 4: GRADING GUIDELINES
For the creative prompt, look for:
- A clearly defined "secret power" or magical ability.
- A specific explanation of how it would be used to help others (the "for good" aspect).
- Creativity and personal voice in the writing.
- Basic 5th-grade level grammar and sentence structure.
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