Harry's Introduction to Hogwarts
Events [10]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
110-111
Harry Experiences His First Magical Journey To Hogwarts
The Hogwarts Express arrives, and Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Neville follow Rubeus Hagrid to the boats that will take them across the lake to Hogwarts. As they catch their first sight of the castle, they are filled with awe.
The Hogwarts Express arrives, and Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Neville follow Rubeus Hagrid to the boats that will take them across the lake to Hogwarts. As they catch their first sight of the castle, they are filled with awe.
111-112
Harry Enters Hogwarts For The First Time With Awe And Anticipation
Led by Hagrid, the first-year students cross the lake in small boats, catching their first awe-inspiring glimpse of Hogwarts Castle. After entering through a hidden tunnel, they reach an underground harbor. Hagrid reunites Neville with his toad before leading them up to the castle’s grand entrance, where he knocks on the massive oak doors, signaling their arrival.
Led by Hagrid, the first-year students cross the lake in small boats, catching their first awe-inspiring glimpse of Hogwarts Castle. After entering through a hidden tunnel, they reach an underground harbor. Hagrid reunites Neville with his toad before leading them up to the castle’s grand entrance, where he knocks on the massive oak doors, signaling their arrival.
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
122-123
Harry Observes Hogwarts Traditions For The First Time
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
124-126
Harry Begins Learning About His Friends’ Magical Backgrounds
During dessert, the new Gryffindor students share stories about their families. Neville recounts how his magical abilities first surfaced, while Hermione and Percy eagerly discuss the upcoming lessons at Hogwarts.
During dessert, the new Gryffindor students share stories about their families. Neville recounts how his magical abilities first surfaced, while Hermione and Percy eagerly discuss the upcoming lessons at Hogwarts.
128-130
Harry Experiences His First Night At Hogwarts And Encounters Peeves
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
131-132
Harry Continues To Experience Hogwarts’ Mystical Complexity
As Harry begins his day, whispers about his fame follow him wherever he goes, with students staring at his scar and commenting on his identity. Harry tries to focus on finding his way to his classes amidst the strange, shifting layout of Hogwarts.
As Harry begins his day, whispers about his fame follow him wherever he goes, with students staring at his scar and commenting on his identity. Harry tries to focus on finding his way to his classes amidst the strange, shifting layout of Hogwarts.
132-133
Harry Continues To Experience The Mysteries And Challenges Of Hogwarts
Harry and Ron accidentally stumble into the forbidden third-floor corridor and are caught by Argus Filch, who assumes they were trying to break into it. They are saved from punishment by Quirinus Quirrell, who happens to pass by.
Harry and Ron accidentally stumble into the forbidden third-floor corridor and are caught by Argus Filch, who assumes they were trying to break into it. They are saved from punishment by Quirinus Quirrell, who happens to pass by.
133-135
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Harry experiences his first classes at Hogwarts, including History of Magic, Herbology, Transfiguration, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. He quickly learns that magic is more complicated than simply waving a wand, with Minerva McGonagall being especially strict.
Harry experiences his first classes at Hogwarts, including History of Magic, Herbology, Transfiguration, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. He quickly learns that magic is more complicated than simply waving a wand, with Minerva McGonagall being especially strict.
136-138
Harry Experiences A Harsh Welcome In Snape’s Class
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
138-140
Harry Continues to Struggle With Snape’s Hostility During His Introduction to Hogwarts
During a potion-making assignment, Neville Longbottom melts Seamus Finnigan's cauldron, causing a dangerous accident. Snape blames Harry for not helping Neville, docking points from Gryffindor and humiliating both Harry and Neville.
During a potion-making assignment, Neville Longbottom melts Seamus Finnigan's cauldron, causing a dangerous accident. Snape blames Harry for not helping Neville, docking points from Gryffindor and humiliating both Harry and Neville.
