Peter Yarrow

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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1. When was Peter Yarrow born?May 31, 1938
2. Where was Peter Yarrow born?New York City, New York
3. What is the musical affiliation?Member of the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary (1961–2009)
4. What is the key songwriting credit?Co-writer of 'Puff, the Magic Dragon' (1963)
5. Who is Peter Yarrow?Peter Yarrow is a singer and songwriter who was part of the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary. He helped write the famous song "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and used his music to speak about important social issues.
6. What song did Peter Yarrow write about a dragon?Peter Yarrow co-wrote "Puff, the Magic Dragon" with Lenny Lipton. The song tells the story of a boy named Jackie Paper and his dragon friend Puff.

Folk Revival: A resurgence of interest in traditional folk music, particularly prominent in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Social Commentary: The act of expressing opinions on social issues, often through art, literature, or music.
Advocacy: Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.