A Beginners' Guide to Transfiguration


 * “When Transfiguring, it is important to make firm and decisive wand movements. Do not wiggle or twirl your wand unnecessarily, or the Transfiguration will certainly be unsuccessful.


 * “Form a clear mental picture of the object you are hoping to create before attempting a Transfiguring spell.


 * “Beginners should say the spell clearly. More advanced wizards do not need to say the spell aloud.


 * “Incomplete Transfigurations are difficult to put right, but you must attempt to do so. Leaving the head of a rabbit on a footstool is irresponsible and dangerous. Say ‘Reparifarge!’ and the object or creature should return to its natural state.


 * “Larger creatures are difficult to Transfigure except by skilled and powerful wizards. Know your limits.”