The Harry Potter Series written by J.K. Rowling, has inspired my students both young and old to read for the pure wonder and enjoyment of it all. So I've collected over the years, some of the props that go along with the novels. From the Marauder's Map, and Gryffindor scarves, to official wands from Universal's Harry Potter World, I've seen the good and not so good. This sorting hat is one of the good ones. It is the proper size, has great materials that don't feel like they're about the self-destruct at any moment, and importantly the design shows plenty of character. The Sorting Hat is one of the elements from the novels that everyone loves, and this sorting hat captures the mystery, and mischievousness of the hat with it's authentic grin, and wrinkly folds. Now, if I can just find a proper witches hat......