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Play our Magical Mischief crossword

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Today, we present to you a crossword that is very mischievous indeed!
__Speaking of magic...__

This puzzle comes with extra magic, should you desire it. As you play the crossword, much like a Hogwarts staircase, you'll notice the letters not behaving like they should. If you want to play the crossword with this magic in place, simply go to settings and select "SHOW MAGIC". If you'd rather play your crossword the more traditional way, deselect that option and enjoy.

Good luck. 

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For more wordsearches and crosswords, visit our [puzzles collection page.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/potter-puzzles)

Why Remus Lupin’s Dementor explanation to Harry was so important

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When I was growing up, if I banged my knee or cut my hand, to stop myself from crying, I would think about all that Harry Potter had endured in his young life, telling myself that if Harry could survive several Dementor attacks, I could probably be brave about my twisted ankle. The characters of Harry Potter have always been people I could turn to for hope, inspiration and advice (it’s the reason I always check the ceiling for poltergeists), but as I’ve got older, the meanings of some conversations have become more layered.

A moment that has always been special and full of meaning is the exchange between Harry and Remus Lupin in *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.*
You know the one. “It has nothing to do with weakness.” The words Harry longs and needs to hear, after years of grief, torment and loss. “It has nothing to do with weakness.” Lupin’s acknowledgment of the “horrors” in Harry’s past is such a simple, sigh-of-relief moment for Harry and for us. I think so many of us need to be told that the stress or worries that we feel regularly are not our fault and that we’re handling it in the best way that we can. Harry hasn’t been taught how to forgive himself or even how to like himself so of course, his natural instinct would be to blame himself, especially after a lifetime of bullying at the hands of the Dursleys. Lupin sees this and understands. Perhaps out of everyone Harry has met so far, Lupin understands him the most. As a small boy himself, his life was changed irrevocably when he was bitten by Fenrir Greyback, leading to a lifetime of being shunned and isolated. A couple of years after this chat with Harry, Lupin is still struggling to accept that anyone would be capable of loving him, despite Tonks making her feelings very clear. He doesn’t want to inflict the life he has had onto anybody else but it’s precisely these experiences that make him so perfectly placed to guide a lost and confused Harry.

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There are so many times in Harry Potter’s life where his feelings of frustration, loneliness and heartache could have been relieved immeasurably by talking to someone. He, as do many of us, bottles up his feelings to the extent that he explodes at the people who mean the most to him. We see this happen over and over, where pride or embarrassment has overtaken his willingness to seek advice, so for him to actually reach out and ask, “why?” is such a simple but huge step - it’s one of the few times that he asks for help and luckily, Lupin steps up.

We know that in contrast to many of his classmates, Harry has had a tough life and as he has fewer, happy memories to protect him from the Dementors, his worst experiences come to the surface much quicker and with a far more damaging effect. Ron’s reaction to the Dementor on the train is a really good way of showing how different people deal with grief and stress. Ron has had a happy childhood and has never really experienced hardship at this point, certainly not compared to Harry but still, he thought he “would never feel cheerful again”. We’re all on a spectrum, nobody is immune to the effect of the Dementors, no matter how privileged or happy their lives have been. Remember Dudley? I have always wondered what he felt the night when he met the Dementors on a warm, summer’s evening. If anyone had a ‘charmed’ life, it was Diddikins, so did his years of endless torture of Harry come back to haunt him that night? Did the screams of the children he bullied ring in his ears? Who knows but I think of all the characters and creatures we meet in the wizarding world, the Dementors are perhaps the most terrifying because unlike werewolves or dragons or Basilisks, they don't cause physical suffering but they reflect and amplify emotional pain that already exists within their victims. And although a Patronus may banish the Dementors themselves, the memories and the trauma remain because they were always there to begin with and no balm or stitch or phoenix tear will make it better, but time and talking usually helps to heal.

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There are so many parallels to be drawn between what witches and wizards hear when they are close to Dementors and that little voice in our head that keeps us awake at night, making us relive our most upsetting and embarrassing moments. Most people have felt that heavy cloud of despair descend, but it’s the people we turn to who offer us hope and help that we remember. Lupin makes it so easy for Harry to be honest, there’s no talk of being brave, or keeping his chin up or being a man. Instead, he says how wise it is to be fearful, which 20 years ago, was quite radical advice for a thirteen-year-old boy. He teaches Harry to recognise the Dementors for what they are - greedy, soulless, evil creatures - while also giving him the confidence and knowledge to fight back, by harnessing his happiest memories, another piece of advice I’ll be following from now on.

Learn how to make your own Popping Chocolate Frog

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The humble Chocolate Frog holds a special place in our hearts – after all, it was one of the first things Harry and Ron bonded over and the very first Christmas gift he received from Hermione.
Now you can have the opportunity to create your own and (unlike normal Chocolate Frogs) you can decide which witch or wizard you would like on your Chocolate Frog Card. Watch the video below to find out how to make it...

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If the Popping Chocolate Frog has left you feeling inspired, you can find plenty more exciting activities in [Crafting Wizardry by Insight Editions](https://insighteditions.com/products/harry-potter-crafting-wizardry). 
Jam-packed with over 25 different crafts for all skill levels and sprinkled with behind-the-scenes insights, it will certainly inspire your creativity. 

[Download your Popping Chocolate Frog template here.](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/1a4UmIac1EAUssPp7eyMqR/aa19f7e44b3410d5dc7341f853543d1c/HPCrafting_Choc_Frog_templates_020221_-_FINAL_TEMPLATES.pdf)

The Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes Quiz

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Fred and George inside Weasley Wizard Wheezes.

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Fred and George are the masters of mischief, so it wasn’t a surprise when they turned that skill into a career. Their creativity, love of all things hilarious and entrepreneurial spirit made them a roaring success. So, without further ado, celebrate their success with our latest quiz all about their beloved shop.

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Join us for some Magical Mischief

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Learn all about the Harry Potter publishing program for Spring 2021 

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New collectible titles are coming soon, all celebrating the stories of Harry Potter in their own unique ways. Take a look at what’s in store this Spring. 

## Harry Potter: Gryffindor Magic: Artifacts from the Wizarding World & Harry Potter: Slytherin Magic: Artifacts from the Wizarding World – Insight Editions 

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For the [Gryffindors](https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Gryffindor-Artifacts-Wizarding/dp/1647221927) and [Slytherins](https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Slytherin-Artifacts-Wizarding/dp/1647221951/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_0/142-7854958-2495930?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1647221951&pd_rd_r=69a9451f-77f8-4576-8497-2e3817748cbf&pd_rd_w=65pWe&pd_rd_wg=7gtKp&pf_rd_p=16b28406-aa34-451d-8a2e-b3930ada000c&pf_rd_r=T3G6D66YMNT1WMY69XZS&psc=1&refRID=T3G6D66YMNT1WMY69XZS) among you, Insight Editions is publishing a new series of books all themed around your Hogwarts houses. Expect movie trivia, never-before-seen art, behind-the-scenes film facts and interesting titbits about your house that you might not have known. 

These books also come with deluxe cases full of extra surprises. Unfold the case to reveal a house pennant, button, patches and pencils – so you can step up your stationary game while you study up on your house! 

Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw editions will be available June 29th.

You can learn more about the [Gryffindor book here](https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Gryffindor-Artifacts-Wizarding/dp/1647221927) and the [Slytherin book here.
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## Harry Potter Spiroglyphics 

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Now a treat for all you budding artists out there. Harry Potter Spiroglyphics, created by best-selling author Thomas Pavitte, invites you to discover iconic wizarding world characters inside these clever graphic puzzles.

Simply look deep into the spiral creations, start to colour between the lines, and your favourite Harry Potter characters will gradually appear from your felt-tip pen. So not just an artistic exercise, but also a very therapeutic one. 

[Learn more about the book here.](https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Spiroglyphics-Thomas-Pavitte/dp/1645172910)

## Harry Potter: Exploring Diagon Alley – Insight Editions 

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We’ve always longed to roam the cobbled streets of Diagon Alley and do some magical window shopping. This new book, Exploring Diagon Alley, invites you to get close to that experience – analysing every facet of the wizarding shopping district from the films.

Examine immersive drawings of the street, look out for iconic movie scenes, and delve deep into every wizarding shop and establishment Diagon Alley has to offer, from Ollivander’s wand shop to Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes.

[Learn more about the book here.](https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Exploring-Diagon-Alley/dp/1683839676)

## Harry Potter: Crafting Wizardry – Insight Editions

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If you consider yourself a crafty type – you might learn some new tips thanks to this new book, Crafting Wizardry. This family-friendly guide invites you to craft your own wand, make your own Harry Potter-themed decorations for the home and divulges handy advice on how to creatively showcase your Hogwarts house pride in fresh ways.

You can also get inspired with concept art from the films and behind-the-scenes insights into the movie making wizardry of Harry Potter. Maybe in your future, you could be a set designer or a prop maker and create your own magic!

[Learn more about the book here.](https://insighteditions.com/products/harry-potter-crafting-wizardry)

Watch the emotional moment Harry Potter and the Cursed Child returned to the stage in Melbourne 

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After all this time? Always. Yes, the *Cursed Child* cast and crew in Australia have now returned to their rightful home, after being forced to pause production on their show for nearly 11 months throughout the Covid pandemic. But now – they are very much back - with the magic now properly reinstated at the Princess Theatre. The reunion was deeply poignant for the cast and crew – as you’ll see below - and, of course, the audience.  

Cursed Child Australia Reunited 2021

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In these emotional videos, you can see how the audience welcomed home the *Cursed Child* performers in style, as they were all given their own special wands to light up the auditorium and properly commemorate their return to the stage. After a rapturous applause, the cast looked visibly touched as they gave a special speech to the spectators.

Cursed Child Australia reopening recap

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Gareth Reeves, who plays Harry Potter in this production, summed up the scene perfectly, telling the audience, “You made it!” looking notably heart-warmed in the moment. And, of course, Gareth delivered the tender speech about the triumphant return with Paula Arundell (Hermione) and Michael Whalley (Ron) by his side. As Ron and Hermione always should be.  


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We can also see footage of the thorough health and safety efforts that the gallant staff at the Princess Theatre have implemented to make the venue extra-safe for theatre goers during the pandemic. 

As you can see, a lot of hard work has gone into Cursed Child’s momentous comeback at the Princess Theatre, with the magic now back to cast a spell on Australian audiences.  


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“It means everything, it’s my second home, it’s my church, it’s everything,” said Gareth Reeves. “It’s my family. It’s the place where I belong. It’s where I fulfil my purpose in life, so, you know, it’s pretty big!” 

So – without further ado – let the magic begin.

To read more about how the *Cursed Child* family in Australia came back together – [see our report.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/cursed-child-australia-cast-reunited)

Or – to study up on absolutely everything to do with *Cursed Child*, visit our [handy hub. ](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)

Harry Potter: Diagon Alley Pop-Up Book out now

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Diagon Alley has been, quite literally, elevated, with this beautiful new pop-up book. 

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Using intricate pop-up spreads, each page brings a different Diagon Alley shop to life, ranging from Ollivanders’ wand shop to Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes. Fans will be able to interact with the book too, such as pulling tabs to recreate different moments from the Harry Potter stories. For example, you could find yourself rescuing the Ukranian Ironbelly dragon from Gringotts on one page - or helping Harry navigate Knockturn Alley on another.

You’ll even be able to open the whole book up to create a 3D diorama when you’re finished exploring! 

__Harry Potter: Diagon Alley Pop-Up Book is available from 20th October from various retailers.__