much of children's literature is based in schools:
it provides a frame for the characters to experience life and rebellion,
exploring the (conflicts/friendships) of (peers/teachers)
to critique relationships between children and adults.
but the students at Hogwarts definitely have a hidden curriculum.
I was thinking about Harry's perception of his ancient-haunted-magic-castle
and dreary-Dursley homelives in terms of feeling safe and comfortable.
I was thinking about his growth and development under wise guidance
of Dumbledore and singled out negative treatment from Snape.
Most of all, after reflecting on this article, I thought about Harry forming
his own Defense Against the Dark Arts secret club in the secret rooms
of the castle in response to lack of proper instruction.
On a final note, I can't wait for Order of the Phoenix to come out this summer.
1 comment:
I agree with you how Harry Potter is very much part of the Hidden Curriculum in North America. It is amazing to see how the Harry Potter series have captured and fascinated so many young people. I think it's important for us, as future teachers, to really start to understand the implications of these sort of books in and out of the classroom.
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