The song and game (A Jolly Father Frost Was Walking), created by Natalia Veresokina , is a cornerstone of Russian New Year celebrations in kindergartens. It serves as a pedagogical tool that combines rhythmic music, storytelling, and physical movement to engage young children in seasonal festivities. Structure and Narrative
Children mimic the "important" walk of Ded Moroz, the waddling of the bear, or the light hopping of the bunny. sel_veselyi_ded_moroz_pesnya_i_igra
The song follows a simple, repetitive structure ideal for children in "middle groups" (ages 4–5). Each verse introduces a new character and action: The song and game (A Jolly Father Frost