Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition
Bloomsbury Children's Books 2017
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- courage and bravery
- identity and belonging
- good vs. evil
- loyalty
- the power of choice
- prejudice and tolerance
- found family
- coming of age
- self‑sacrifice
About this book
This 20th‑anniversary Ravenclaw House Edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone features a Ravenclaw crest and house‑exclusive illustrations, while preserving J.K. Rowling’s classic story of Harry’s first year at Hogwarts—discovering he’s a wizard, making friends and rivals, and confronting the mysteries surrounding the Philosopher’s Stone.
Setting: 1990s Britain; Privet Drive (Little Whinging), Diagon Alley (London), and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (Scotland).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition right for my child?
Yes — Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.5, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, courage and bravery, identity and belonging.
How long does it take to read Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition takes around 7.8h to finish. The book has 77,508 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition has an AR quiz available, worth 12 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Ravenclaw Edition has an AR reading level of 5.5, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.