Harry Potter isn't just a book series

            Overall, I loved the end of the series because it resolved so many issues so the reader can move on with their life. My favorite thing about the series though, was the way we saw Harry, Ron, and Hermione develop from aspiring children to powerful wizards (and witch). Each of these characters changed from the beginning of the series and they each also taught me important life skills.

            Ron Weasley taught me that it is possible to overcome your fears while at the same time, trying to sweep a girl off of her feet. This was proof when he stabbed the locket with the sword of Gryffindor, even though piece of Voldemort was using Ron’s fears against him. And in the same book, he finally kissed the girl of his dreams. So that is a true hero to look up to right there.

            Hermione taught me that even though school is important, friendship is just as important. An example of this is given in the first and then the third book. When we first meet Hermione in the first book, she is skeptical about being friends with Ron and Harry because of their mischief ways. But by the time the third book comes around, she has not only stepped up but is also suggesting ways to help Sirius and Buckbeak (even though it was illegal.) So even though friendships are tested throughout the series, Hermione has taught me well.

            And last but definitely not least, we have Harry Potter. Harry has taught me so much with topics ranging from bravery and courage to love and friendship. Harry is the most detailed character when it comes to backstory and I think that plays a huge part in his development. When we first meet Harry in the first book, he is wondering whether or not he will even be able to stay at Hogwarts and by the end of the seventh book, he defeats the most evil wizard of all time and saves their world. So yes, you could say Harry has taught me that no matter what, there is always a way.

            You could say that the Harry Potter series is just a kid’s book series for the sole purpose of entertainment. But you would be wrong. Harry Potter is a series that not only talks about bravery, love, friendship, school, fears and death but it also shows you how to master each of these things.