I’m reviving all my favorite series! That’s right, Myth or Magic is back again! “The princess and the people in the castle fall into a sleep for 100 years, but what happens to all the food in the castle, or the furniture, or the castle walls? Wouldn’t it all decay and rot away? What kindContinue reading “Myth or Magic: A Castle in Ruins”
Category Archives: Fairy Tale Facts
Evolution of Fairy Tales: Aladdin
Yeah, I don’t really remember how I usually open these things. I guess we’ll just jump right in! Aladdin! The Arabian folktale made famous by Disney’s 1992 animated movie (and the comic genius, Robin Williams, who voiced the genie). The remake came out last weekend and one of my friends asked me to do anContinue reading “Evolution of Fairy Tales: Aladdin”
Myth or Magic: Locked in a Tower
This month on my Myth or Magic series, we’re talking about a pretty interesting (and possibly a little scientific) question. “Why doesn’t Rapunzel ever climb down her own hair and escape out of the tower?” -Kat Well, Kat, thanks for the question! I explored three possible things keeping Rapunzel in her tower and I thinkContinue reading “Myth or Magic: Locked in a Tower”
Myth or Magic: Mermaid’s Miscommunication
We’ve all asked the question: If Ariel knows how to sign her name (as evidenced by the contract she signs for Ursula), then why doesn’t she just write Eric a note explaining who she is and that he needs to kiss her? Well today, to kick off my Myth or Magic series, we’re going toContinue reading “Myth or Magic: Mermaid’s Miscommunication”
The Role of Magic
I talk a lot about fairy tales on this blog (and I like to think you all enjoy reading about them). And when most people think about fairy tales, one of the first things that comes to their minds is magic. But it might surprise you to know that fairy tales rely on magic aContinue reading “The Role of Magic”
Myth or Magic: New Series
Hey there fellow word nerds! I apologize for not posting for so long. Sometimes I just have a hard time coming up with things to write about, or I get busy with other projects. But hopefully, a new series I’m about to start will help! I’m calling it Myth or Magic and I’m counting onContinue reading “Myth or Magic: New Series”
The Myth of True Love’s Kiss
When you think about fairy tales, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind when it comes to breaking curses? If you’re anything like me (or if you read the title of this post), your mind immediately went to the magical cure-all: true love’s kiss. Think about it. According to the stories, Snow WhiteContinue reading “The Myth of True Love’s Kiss”
Why Does the Slipper Stay?
I did mention in my last post that I’ve been watching a lot (and I do mean a lot) of fairy tales lately, right? There’s something that’s always bothered me about Cinderella. In every version I’ve read or seen (except Ella Enchanted and maybe Ever After) it’s made very clear that the magic allowing Cinderella to attend the ball willContinue reading “Why Does the Slipper Stay?”
What Fairy Tales Teach Adults
I’m back! I’m so sorry for being gone for months. As you may know, I was recently in a play, Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. I’ve always loved that play and I finally got to be in it! I played the role of Helena and after weeks of memorization, a rather intense and frantic rehearsal schedule,Continue reading “What Fairy Tales Teach Adults”
Fairy Tale Facts: Puss in Boots
Animal helpers have always been popular in fairy tales. Cinderella had some helpful birds (or mice, depending on the version). Many heroes encounter animals in peril and are rewarded for helping them. But perhaps the most famous animal helper is Puss in Boots. There are numerous versions of the Puss in Boots fairy tale. TheContinue reading “Fairy Tale Facts: Puss in Boots”
Kate G. Jameson 