Protected: The Nest

The train hissed and groaned as it slowed to a stop, steam billowing around the windows. With a final jolt, the Hogwarts Express came to rest beneath the deepening dusk sky. All around them, the chatter of excited students rose like birdsong, echoing off the nearby cliffs. Duchess stood up, smoothing the sleeves of her…

Why Harry Potter Should Be Taught in the Classroom The Harry Potter series, written by J.K. Rowling, has become one of the most beloved and influential literary franchises in modern history. First published in 1997, the books have not only captivated millions of readers around the world but have also created a cultural phenomenon. With…

The next week, Kim and Ben woke Duchess up early in their hotel room at 7AM. It was time to go to the train station. The morning fog curled around King’s Cross Station, dampening the cobblestones and softening the world to a hush. Duchess stood between her parents, her small hand tucked firmly into her…

Scientific Notation, Oh What a Delight! If a number is big and goes on without end,Like 5 with twelve zeros (go tell all your friends!),Just scoot the first digit to just one in front—That’s 5 times 10 with a big power punch! Now if it’s quite small, like a speck in the air,With zeros galore…

Summary “In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom” by Yeonmi Park is a memoir that recounts her life growing up in North Korea, her escape from the regime, and her fight to survive and reclaim her freedom. Born in 1993, Yeonmi grew up under a totalitarian government that controlled what people…

When Duchess stepped out of the shop, Hermione and her parents were laughing together, but they stopped and smiled at her as she approached them with the box under her arm. “You look so happy!” Hermione said to Duchess as Duchess bounced towards her parents. “Why don’t you put the wand in your satchel so…