Hi, friends, it's Percy Unicorn! Have you ever wondered where unicorns come from? Believe it or not, stories featuring unicorns go back thousands of years. You'll find unicorns in legends and myths from China, India, Greece, and England -- really, all around the world! But we unicorns really hit our stride with Fairy Tales, and that's what we're talking about today. A Fairy Tale is a story that features magic and mythical beings. They're one of my favorite category of books! I hope you read a few this month and enjoy them, too.

Percy's Tip for Grown-Ups: Fairy tales may seem silly or frivolous, but they really do teach kids important life lessons, like problem solving, teamwork, and being brave. Learn more about how fairy tales benefit kids in this article from the Children's Museum of Sonoma County.

Percy's Picks for May

Percy's watching...

Cinderella!

Why? Because it's one of the quintessential fairy tales! Enjoy this video book retelling of a true classic, where a young woman learns that sometimes those who have nothing, actually have the most to offer. Cinderella is free to stream with your DCDL card with our partner Kanopy.

Percy's making...

a Fire Breathing Dragon!

Why? Because dragons make every fairy tale more exciting! This fire breathing dragon made from a toilet paper roll is a fun and easy craft from the One Little Project blog. When you blow into the end of the tube, the tissue paper looks like flames coming out of the dragon’s mouth!

Hey, Grownups!

Don't forget that your Library is on the ballot this month. Early voting is open through Sunday, May 4, and Election Day is May 6. Learn more about DCDL's plans for the future, and be sure to VOTE!

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