The Mirror of Erised

This week we arrived at a very exciting part of Harry Potter - Harry discovers the magic Mirror of Erised which reflects your heart's desire when you look into it. For Harry, the mirror shows his parents and extended family whom he has never met. For Harry's friend Ron, the mirror shows an older version of Ron with many distinctions including Head Boy and Quidditch captain (far outstripping his many older brothers).

We asked the kids to think about what they might see if they were able to look into the Mirror of Erised. Answers ranged from seeing relatives they have never met to seeing pets who have passed away to seeing themselves as the best in their field to some other fun and fantastic possibilities.  The students also got to use a piece of "mirror paper" to draw themselves in this desired new light and decorate a fancy frame design.

These introspective works of art are on display in the classroom hallway. Perhaps you will get to view them up close when you come in for a fall conference (sign up sheet to come soon). For now, enjoy the pictures below!