Appreciate A Dragon Day

Appreciate A Dragon Day History

Appreciate A Dragon Day is dedicated to acknowledging the cultural significance and incredible legend of dragons. With its roots entrenched deeply in mythology and folklore, this day brings the fascinating stories of these majestic creatures to surface from the depths of ancient tales, captivating people's imaginary world. The purpose of this day is not just to revel in the incredible stories about dragons, but also to appreciate the rich heritage and historical significance they represent.

Although the history of Appreciate A Dragon Day is unclear, it is believed to have been established in 2004 by author Donita K. Paul to celebrate the release of her book 'DragonSpell'. The day rapidly gained popularity, resonating with dragon lovers, story enthusiasts, and mythology buffs around the world. It's often marked by reading books about dragons, creating dragon-themed art, or hosting dragon-themed parties or events.

Over the years, the event has evolved from being just a book release celebration to a much larger commemoration, cherished by various cultures and age groups. While dragons continue to be prominent figures in literary and cinematic works, they also symbolize strength, wisdom, and courage across diverse cultures. Providing a doorway into enchanting realms of mythology and fantasy, Appreciate A Dragon Day is celebrated annually on January 16th.

Facts about Appreciate A Dragon Day

• Dragonspell is a fantasy novel written by Donita K. Paul. It is what sparked the creation of Appreciate a Dragon Day. In the novel, Mrs. Paul tells the tale of Kale, a young girl who must embark on a perilous quest to find the meech dragon egg stolen by the foul Wizard Risto.
• Two types of dragons have been depicted in art and literature. Western dragons, which have bat-like wings, and Eastern dragons which are more snake-like and lack a set of wings.
• The word dragon comes from the Greek, drakōn, which means a serpent of huge size.
• Facts about Appreciate A Dragon Day are:
  1) In some cultures, dragons are considered to be benevolent creatures that bring luck and prosperity, while in others they are feared as monsters.
  2) Eastern and Western cultures depict dragons very differently. Western literature often portrays them as fire-breathing monsters guarding a treasure, such as in "Beowulf" and "The Hobbit", while Eastern literature commonly depicts them as wise and revered creatures, like in many Chinese and Japanese legends.
  3) In Western culture, dragons are usually depicted as large, fire-breathing, scaly, and horned creatures with wings. Meanwhile, in Asian culture, they are often depicted as four-legged, serpentine creatures that are associated with water and wisdom.

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Top things to do for Appreciate A Dragon Day

• Read the Dragonkeeper Chronicles. They feature dragons, wizards, and adventure all in a five book fantasy series. More information about them can be found at Dragonkeeper Chronicles.
• Watch a movie about dragons and their relationship with humans. Here are our suggestions:
  How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
  The Hobbit Trilogy (2012)
  Dragonheart (1996)
• Visit Playland in Rye, New York and ride the Dragon Coaster. Experience a thrilling ride that takes you through the body of a dragon.