MuggleNet (http://www.mugglenet.com/)

common sense media says

Enchanting site for Harry Potter fans.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that on MuggleNet kids can get information about every Harry Potter book and movie, as well as background information on the storyline's creator, J.K. Rowling, through the varied network of the links. There are loads of chats, fun trivia, and games to play. The chat and forum rules clearly state what's not tolerated and what the consequences are for breaking the rules. There are a few ads, but they provide support for the site. Parents should note that user-submitted fan fiction may be at a PG-13 level, and trailers on the site contain fantasy violence.

Educational value: The site educates fans about all HP books and movies, the author, and how to collect memorabilia.
Violence: The Harry Potter movie trailers show
fantasy violence. The trailers are rated appropriate for all audiences.
Sex: The site's posted rules state that fan-fiction submissions "may be PG-13, which will allow for scenes of violence, mild language, and implied sexual encounters." Fan fiction may also include same-sex fiction at a PG-13 level.
Language: The forums are closely monitored for offensive materials, but not
the chat rooms, there could be mild profanity in the chat rooms.
Consumerism: A few ads to support the site itself, but they aren't overbearing. There's a link to the "MuggleStore" filled with HP merchandise.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about the phenomena of Harry Potter. Why do you think the books and movies have taken off?
  • If you were writing the next Harry Potter book, what would be the plot? How would you market the book?
  • Families can also go to the "Name Origins" section of the site and quiz each other on different terms.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Created and maintained by older teens (and a smattering of twenty-somethings), this site offers everything a Harry Potter fan could want. In addition to the features mentioned above, there is a carefully monitored discussion forum with strict rules about what can be posted, including rules about what topics can be covered in fan fiction.

Similarly, the chat room seems well-intentioned and at the time of review, there were not any provocative screen names or off-topic posts. And the site does have a list of Harry Potter-related links it connects to, including some role-playing games that are more for adults than student wizards.

Online interaction: MuggleNet aims to have a positive atmosphere in chats and forums, and its rules for participation reflect this.


This review was written by Jean Armour Polly
 
 

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chicksluv2havfun
teen, 14 years old
 
i'll say it again, i luv, luv, luv HARRY POTTER
perfect website 4 fans!

mockingjay
teen, 14 years old
 
LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE this website and harry potter
This is an awesome website, i am the number1 fan of harry potter ever!!!!!!!!! i go to mugglenet all the time to check on any harry potter news and i am always the first to know everything!!!! favorite website EVER z:)

pizzavince
teen, 15 years old
 
This website is so good and so incredibly safe.

 
CHECK THIS SITE DAILY!
I love this site! For avid Harry POtter fans, it is the ULTIMATE source for movie and book release updates, and basically anything that has to do with Harry Potter! I check this site every day, as it is updated almost as often. They also have a podcast, Mugglecast, which is a show about everything and anything Harry Potter, and is great for major Harry Potter fans!

bookluver17852
teen, 14 years old
 
great website for any one who loves harry potter
I love this website,! I have not had any issues with innappropriate posts. If you are a harry potter fan, this is the site for you.

 
love it
I will say it again- I LOVE harry potter, and this website had everything you would like to know!

NoseStuckInABook
teen, 15 years old
 
Great site for Potter fans!
This site includes news, podcasts, recipes, everything a Potter fan needs! Podcasts may not be appropriate for younger children. Most of the rest of the content is appropriate. Mugglenet is a great site.

greenbeem123
teen, 16 years old
 
it was boring
i would say it was recomended for young people from 5 to 15 but theres hardly nothin on it so i still find its borin but nothing bads in it

suitelife
teen, 17 years old
 
Love It!
This is one of my favorite Harry Potter websites, because of all the information from the movies, books, JK Rowling herself and even other kids and adults who think they have something figured out. There is so much info you can spend hours on this site.

Sabinka_Inka
teen, 16 years old
 
I think this website is creative and funtertaining, lol. I do think it is a way you can keep in touch with all the latest news and all though.

sassyscottie
teen, 13 years old
 
i laughed!!!!
muggle net is fun for a kid my age.there's downloaads,polls,stuff about the books,and mixed up screensavers like good and evil dating.don't forget the books are better than the movies and the website!!!

lovelystare
teen, 18 years old
 
Big huge Harry Potter dork
I am a HUGE Harry Potter dork/freak, or whatever you would like to say. So, I think that Mugglenet is one of the greatest Harry Potter sites pretty much ever. They have everything, and pretty much anything you could ever want on that website.

fun fanatic
teen, 16 years old
 
Great!
This website offers the inside look of J.K. Rowlings book Harry Potter this site can be enjoyed by everyone. Many veiwers can join and write their veiw on it all.

Luthien
teen, 16 years old
 
Love It!
This website is bookmarked on my computer, as I've been a Potter fan since age 5. (No one can tell ME that little kids can't read it!) I go there almost every day to stay updated on the news, and I've found a lot of info there. Perfectly age-appropiate for 5 and up, though some of the stuff is harder to understand. Visit it and try it out.

livimaggie
teen, 15 years old
 
This is bad
I do not like this website. It is not appropriate for children. however I did enjoy some of the Movie spoofs and the games.

sek98
teen, 14 years old
 
Fantastic!
Mugglenet is amazing! It's full of information and fun stuff, and it updates Harry Potter news almost immediatly! It's by far my favorite Harry Potter website! They also have podcasts called Mugglecast, and they're full of information! They hold podcasts just to discuss the new Harry Potter trailers also! They've been at the top of their game the whole time they've had this website, and they do a fantasic job!

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