26 Important Lessons The Next Generation Will Learn From "Harry Potter"

    The next generation will have a truly magical childhood.

    1. Let's all make a pact to read Harry Potter to our kids now, okay?

    2. Because it will teach them so many important lessons, like how morality is never black and white.

    3. Even within ourselves. And that's okay.

    4. It will teach them that we're not obligated to stick with people who make us miserable – even if they're family.

    5. Because, in the end, family is what you make it.

    6. And your real family will be behind you, no matter what.

    7. They'll learn not to judge a book by its cover...

    8. And that first impressions aren't ~always~ accurate.

    9. Although sometimes they are. And that's totally fine.

    10. They'll learn the importance of true courage...

    11. And loyalty...

    12. And wisdom...

    13. And ambition.

    14. They'll learn that goodness always wins over prejudice...

    15. Because don't forget that Harry Potter fans are scientifically proven to be more tolerant.

    16. It will teach them the importance of their own choices.

    17. Hermione will teach them never to shy away from their own intelligence...

    18. But she'll also teach them that treating yourself, every once in a while, doesn't make you frivolous.

    19. While Ron will teach them that, in the end, true friends are always there.

    20. And Luna will teach them that caring what other people think is so overrated.

    21. They will learn the strength of their own imagination...

    22. And the importance of having a good laugh, even in the most difficult times.

    23. It will also teach them that our loved ones are never too far away if we're thinking about them.

    24. But most importantly, it will teach them that the world really can be a magical place...

    25. And love is the most powerful magic of all.

    26. And, of course, Harry Potter will teach our kids what it means to really, truly love reading.