Kid, 9 years old May 3, 2014 Alcohol, Drugs, Smoking I started at 10yr old and finished at 16. Flag as inappropriate We should all remember that what most adolescents want are true heroes, values to live by, a worthy challenge, a chance to give their all to something truly great, and ultimately a legitimately earned place in a world of adults they can respect. He loved it, and is currently enjoying the audio book! For example the first book mentions death, some children don't really understand this concept until they are much older but some do. I'm betting that if the kids in your school were exposed to Harry Potter, then they were also introduced to other media that were not age-appropriate, probably by well-meaning, over-eager parents and teachers. Subscribe to our newsletters I think that it doesn't matter your age, it matters how emotionally mature you are. Order of the Phoenix, PG-13, 11+ Lord of the Rings is an example of a book that is just as magical and awe-inspiring, but far less emotionally complex. Flag as inappropriate Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts How would they react to Harry Potter? Our WorkCommon Sense Media It's either for children or adults to some people, and even though it resembles the typical Young Adult series to a T, and even resembles adult literature in many ways, I still here people making up excuses left, right, and center, trying to limit its thematic significance by patronizing the absolute crap out of it. In deciding age-appropriateness, the important thing is that the characters are emotionally simple, the world in it is manageable, not close to our big, confusing lifeworld. In short: Harry Potter when you look at the ALA's detailed content analysis, ranks older than The Hunger Games in many areas of content suitability, and equals it overall. 23456789101112131415161718 Our Impact Flag as inappropriate Flag as inappropriate But we also developed a ritual to go to every opening night of the last four movies. recommended age 12+ I am going to be 11 in a few days and I have watched and loved all of the HP movies. I finished the series at eight. Feeling fine when you've just seen something awful is not a good thing.) I don't think it's too inappropriate for young children. I completely understand why they chose to have me wait but it's going to be a challenge! Cellphone Parenting It's sends the message that they're interested in books designed for little kids. Another large point of Rowling's work that will not be picked up by younger readers is the depth of knowledge of the classical world, such as Greek and Roman legends and historical figures, that she incorporated into her books. It was difficult for them to understand what was happening, the ghost, the snake, the freeze spell, the snake bite, etc. This podcast is all about reading my passion, Harry Potter. I would encourage her to pick up the series again at 10. Flag as inappropriate I started at 10yr old and finished at 16. Harry potter is so amazing! I read the third-sixth ones when I was 7, and the last book when I was 8. Adult written by Parrentio October 4, 2015 We are not two year olds. This "advice" make teens look like scaredy-cat wimps who can't handle just a bit of gore. I am a person who, when the book starts to get REALLY dark, just thinks to themself, "remember, it's not real". Chamber of Secrets: Rated PG, recommended age 9+ Voting Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts I started reading them when i was 8, and i am halfway finished with the 6th book. While I'm rather fond of children's literature, I find it strange that even classic children's books are being treated as if they're inappropriate. Teen, 13 years old written by Maddy7X December 30, 2018 For example the first book mentions death, some children don't really understand this concept until they are much older but some do. To a young elementary schooler, these adventure books are just that: a seven-year-long adventure. The Goblet of Fire: (SPOILER ALERT! These books should be enjoyed together and discussed. Adult written by DKC98 November 22, 2015 We have been watching all the movies right after the books (I had never seen them before). Social Media Yea. It includes the death of many beloved characters. Still a voracious reader, still haven't been able to find any book that tops Harry Potter. So, in conclusion, it is my opinion that your child should run straight through platform 9 and 3/4 and hop on the Hogwarts Express as soon as he possibly can. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts 6 counts of thematic material-85% Subscribe to our newsletters ENL I respectfully disagree. Flag as inappropriate Yea. She wrote the series for CHILDREN. It wasn’t too bad and my parents both allowed me to. It's one of my favorites Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts I agree that its up to the parents to help explain but any good parent would take the time to actually give attention to their child to help them understand things. What you realize when comparing these two YA series, is that Harry Potter has the same amount of violence as The Hunger Games, more sexual material than The Hunger Games, and more profane material than The Hunger Games, but slightly less questionable material pertaining to substance abuse and thematic content compared to The Hunger Games. Social Media The book is written from a teenager's point of view, not a kid's pov. The ministry of magic could be a thinly-veiled attack at the corruption in modern government; the list of this sort of thing goes in and on. My 4 year old son has seen the first two and we've read the first book. Flag as inappropriate Prisoner of Azkaban: Rated PG/PG-13 Harry Potter has NEVER been for 4 year olds. Most of the series was written for adults. That said, most kids like to read about characters who are about 2 years older than themselves, so age 9 would be appropriate. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts Read through the entire series in just a couple of weeks (he's fast and advanced reader). It was really fun and iunspirational. 4 counts of substance abuse-57% So we are waiting to read the rest at least another year. I started and finished the Harry Potter series when I was 10. Flag as inappropriate So, along with making young kids immerse themselves in a teenage world (sad) the other side of this problem of HP being pushed on young readers and viewers is that teenagers--now being taught to think of HP as a story for little kids--are pushed *out* of the experience that Rowling created specifically with them (i.e, her own kids!) Parent of a 5 and 9-year-old written by pvavarou January 14, 2014 For example the first book mentions death, some children don't really understand this concept until they are much older but some do. If you have a sensitive child who bursts into uncontrollable tears when they see a dead bird then it probably wouldnt be wise to let them read the last few books, but on the other hand if your child is mature and strong enough to deal with life and death etc etc then it should be no problem. But I understood enough to know that I had found friends who would be there to laugh with me, cry with me, and go on never-ending adventures with me who would last a lifetime. Book 6 (darkest ideas): Age 13 or 14. Get InvolvedDonate By the end of the school year one of the boys was singled out and bullied by the others. By the time we reached the seventh book, Harry is just on the cusp of adulthood, and it shows in the subject matter. These books should be enjoyed together and discussed. Meanwhile, little kids' innocence is worth protecting. Flag as inappropriate Also, with him have three significantly older siblings (I'm closest in age to him with two older brothers in their mid to late 20s) he understands things that are teenage and up. I really wish these books had been handed to me at five instead of seven. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts To me, it isn't all that dark and would be okay for 8+ to read. However, they are only adaptations: good for entertainment, not much in them to interpret and think about. It's either for children or adults to some people, and even though it resembles the typical Young Adult series to a T, and even resembles adult literature in many ways, I still here people making up excuses left, right, and center, trying to limit its thematic significance by patronizing the absolute crap out of it. Great middle age fiction book about Alex, a young precocious girl, who mysteriously gets transported to a strange world where Latin and Math combine in formulas and equations with magical effects. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts Teen, 13 years old written by Booklover13h October 8, 2016 We have the movies if she does choose to want to watch, but we're not going to force it on her. For some kids it may be earlier or later. I have always been Mature for my age and read the 'Lord Of The Rings' Books when i was in grade 3. Film 2: PG-13, 13+ Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts Kid, 9 years old July 10, 2014 var sz = document.createElement('script'); sz.async = true; I would like to say I am 19 and I may not have my own kids but I do have a brother that is six and many younger cousins and I have been a nanny for a while. Flag as inappropriate I guess, depending on your child's maturity level, there might be some strong evidence for leaving books 5-7 for later. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts The Chamber of Secrets: (know your child) 7-8+ (function (d) { Fantastic Beasts: Not Applicable If your child is mature and does not frighten easily, reading the first few books in the series should be fine. Common Sense Kids Action It's quite sad and dramatic, so, once more, know your child.) Flag as inappropriate We should all remember that what most adolescents want are true heroes, values to live by, a worthy challenge, a chance to give their all to something truly great, and ultimately a legitimately earned place in a world of adults they can respect. I read it when I was seven, and I loved it. They're the equivalent of PG-13 rated material, and are aimed at an audience of adolescents/young adults. It’s always fun to do things together! She is an avid reader and regularly reads until 10:00 pm. Not to mention the murder story of Harry's parents. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts Respectfully disagreeing with Common Sense, ENL I expect when she re-reads the book as she gets older, she will start picking up more on the nuances and enjoy it again. Flag as inappropriate 7 counts of violence (moderate or above)-100% of the series I remember reading the Order of the Phoenix in 5th grade. To a young elementary schooler, these adventure books are just that: a seven-year-long adventure. Most of the series was written for adults. We have no plans to move on to the other books at this young age, recommended age 12+ I stopped cause i needed my rest at night! Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts Personally, I believe it depends on the emotional maturity of the child. Flag as inappropriate Early Childhood We strictly monitor what he reads and watches because frightening books/movies affect him terribly. Nevertheless, don't watch the movies until you're 12 at least if you don't like passionate kissing and death of beloved characters. Flag as inappropriate Books four through seven really start to explore deeper and darker themes, and the further you go in the series, the more adult-oriented the themes get. It was very simple and small and scope, intense, but friendly for a younger mind due to the writing and by extension the content and the themes. I, personally, could handle the deepness of the last Harry Potter book at age 8. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts I recommend re reading them too because every time you re read them you get something new out of the story. Well I started reading harry potter when I was 8, so a year ago. recommended age 11+ Flag as inappropriate Alex, thanks for your story and your comments. I'm sorry to say but instead of trying to eliminate an outside reason for your children being mean perhaps you as a parent should teach them that it's wrong. While children should have guidance on the books, I don't believe they should be banned. I'm sorry. Ursula Kroeber Le Guin, an American author of novels, children's books, and short stories, mainly in the genres of fantasy and science fiction stated that the HP series was, "ethically rather mean-spirited." If you act like the bogeyman is in the closet, and evil strangers lurk around every corner, you will have fearful children who become fearful adults. At our school we have had Harry Potter and the Sorcerers' Stone read to us, and the 7 year olds love it. After you finish the first one, pace out the others over the next 2-3 years, reading other (ideally, classic) books in between (David Copperfield? 2 counts of substance abuse-66% Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts The predicted textual rating is Edgy Young Adult or New Adult, with an age recommendation of 13+ or 14+. I became a Harry Potter fan at the age of around 5, That's what the Harry Potter books are all about. Sign in or sign up to share your thoughts =) We're a Christian family, and just starting to consider allowing our younger kids to start this series. Will make teens feel that they ca n't read it WRONG about the immediate your. Later books, and were fine ( he 's only watched # 4 Jurassic! 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