Do Dragons Breathe Fire? Fun Dragon Facts for Kids

  • Dragons are mythological creatures found in artwork, stories and legends.
  • No one really knows where the legends and stories of dragons came from or started.
  • Dragons are usually described as a huge, gigantic reptile or lizard like creature.
  • Sometimes they are shown with green scaly skin, wings and red eyes.
  • There are many different kinds of dragons.
  • Some dragons are said to blow fire, other dragons fly, some blow ice
  • Some say that dragons are poisonous.
  • Stories from the Middle Ages say that knights would go out to fight dragons as a test of their bravery.
  • It was believed that if you took a bath in a dragon’s blood it helped you see into the future.
  • A dragon’s tooth was believed to be good luck.
  • Dragons are sometimes shown as an evil creature.
  • In Japanese and Chinese culture, dragons are a sign of good fortune. Dragons are an important symbol in Chinese New Year celebrations.  They are believed to bring good fortune and wealth.
  • There are many dragon decorations and dances during Chinese New Year.
  • Dragons are a real mystery!