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J.K. Rowling launches 'Harry Potter at Home' hub, the answer to your home quarantine boredom

By Racquel Quieta

J.K. Rowling, author of the well-loved Harry Potter fantasy series, has officially cast a 'Banishing Charm' on people's coronavirus boredom, as she and her team launched the Harry Potter at Home hub on April 1.

Harry Potter at Home hub | Source: Wizarding World (website)

Harry Potter at Home hub was specifically created to add some magic into the new daily lives of everyone staying at home due to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic.

Its goal is to help keep people occupied - especially children -- during this time when most schools and offices are temporarily closed.

One of the quizzes at Harry Potter at Home hub | Source: Wizarding World (website)

Everyone is welcome to explore the Harry Potter at Home hub - regardless if you're young or old; a true blue Potterhead or a Hogwarts newbie - since they have a lot of magical treats for people of all ages to enjoy.

Fun puzzles and quizzes await you at the Harry Potter at Home hub | Source: Wizarding World (website)

The Harry Potter at Home hub has special activity kits from Bloomsbury to Scholastic, nifty magical craft videos, fun articles, engaging quizzes, puzzles, and many more.

Other activities you can explore at Harry Potter at Home hub | Source: Wizarding World (website)

Moreover, the Wizarding World team promises that the hub will be as ever-changing as the staircases in Hogwarts, as they plan to update it all the time.

But wait, there's more! J.K. Rowling has two more wonderful surprises.

First, she and her team have announced a special, open license for teachers to read the seven Harry Potter books to their pupils in recorded read-a-long session videos online.

And, last but definitely not the least, the first Harry Potter book "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" will be available for free at Audible.

So, if you're new to the Wizarding World, welcome and congratulations! You can listen to the audiobook as many times as you like in the coming weeks.

There you have it, Potterheads and Hogwarts newbies, all the things you can expect from the Harry Potter at Home hub. Hopefully, this good news has made your day brighter and filled with excitement.

So, what are you waiting for? Go grab your robes and wands and get ready to get lost in the magic-filled world Harry Potter and his friends.

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