Mix the borax and glue solutions together, and let the kids watch what happens to the mixture. Pass out handfuls and let the wizards work their magic. Let the kids create their own Wizard Capes and Magician Caps. For caps, give them lengths of felt, cut into rectangles. Fold the felt into a cone shape, staple it closed, trim off a straight edge, and decorate with glue-on sequins, glitter, puffy paints, and decals.
Refreshments Buy a plastic cauldron or use a black pot for serving the food.
Fill it with soup, macaroni and cheese, or beef stew. Provide Harry Potter desserts, such as apple pie, trifle, jam donuts, and pudding. Place them in small fabric bags tied with ribbon or velvet cords.