[Snow Songs for Winter] Children's Snow Nursery Rhymes and Hand-Play Songs
We’ve gathered a fun collection of snow songs for children.
As December and January arrive and the weather turns cold, many kids start eagerly looking forward to snowfall, don’t they?
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of songs related to “snow.”
From classic children’s songs about snow that have been loved for years to highly recommended fingerplay songs perfect for childcare—there’s plenty to enjoy!
If you’re looking to learn famous snow-themed nursery rhymes or songs kids can sing in winter, be sure to check this out.
You’re sure to discover some “snow songs” you haven’t heard yet.
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[Snow Songs to Enjoy in Winter] Children's Snow Nursery Rhymes and Fingerplay Songs (11–20)
Brr, it's so cold.Lyrics: Kazasaburō Ishihara / Music: Torazō Tamura
Oosamu Kosamu is a song that depicts a child who can no longer bear the winter cold, crying in the mountains.
It was composed by music educator Torazo Tamura with lyrics by Wasaburo Ishihara, who wrote many children’s songs.
The lyrics evoke a scene of white snow piling up, and the melody conveys the chill of winter.
Perfect for the cold season, the song fits well with children’s hand-play and snow play.
It’s a winter-themed song beloved by a wide range of ages, from children to adults.
Snow and Children
It’s a song that was broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” in 1962, and while it’s said to have originally been a Norwegian folk song, the exact source isn’t clearly known.
Indeed, its slightly melancholy melody that evokes Scandinavia is quite captivating.
The charming Japanese lyrics were written by children’s literature author Junichi Kobayashi.
Jingle Bells
When you listen to winter songs, you can feel that winter has arrived, right? For children, it’s also a season full of events—getting presents at Christmas, making snowmen when it snows, and more! Jingle Bells is perfect for this time of year.
As soon as the intro starts, you can feel winter coming.
Its bright melody and easy-to-hum rhythm are ideal for kids.
It works great as background music for winter parties, and playing it at home when giving presents really sets the mood!
Yuki's PresentLyrics by Michio Mado / Music by Hajime Kotani
When it snows, even familiar scenery can feel fresh, don’t you think? And many people probably get excited wondering, “What kind of games can we play with the snow?” That feeling is captured in Yuki no Present (Snow’s Gift).
This children’s song features lyrics by Michio Mado and music by Hajime Kotani.
Its charm lies in imagery that sparks the imagination and lyrics that focus on the very wonder of snowfall itself.
Listening to it is sure to make you feel even more anticipation and excitement for winter.
Powdery snow, konkoLyrics by Toshiko Iijima / Music by Kishiou Hirao
“Konayuki Konko,” which welcomes the delicate, dancing powder snow, is a children’s song with lyrics by Toshiko Iijima and a vivid melody composed by Takio Hirao.
With simple, easy-to-remember lyrics, the song portrays winter scenery from a child’s perspective.
The repeated phrase meaning “come, come” evokes the image of eagerly waiting for snow.
Its beautiful melody, which seems to express the fleeting scattering of powder snow, also conjures up winter scenes.
Sparkling Snow
This song was originally an English song with English lyrics, but the Japanese lyrics are also very cute, and the dreamy music and lyrics match perfectly, making it a wonderful piece.
Just by listening to it, you can picture snowflakes falling from the sky on a quiet night and feel a romantic mood.
[Snow Songs to Enjoy in Winter] Children's Snow Nursery Rhymes and Hand-Play Songs (21–30)
skiing
When you think of winter sports, what comes to mind? Among the many options, skiing is especially popular because it’s easy for kids to enjoy and really lets you feel the season! Even adults can’t help but get excited when they hear winter songs about skiing, right? The song we want you to listen to when you’re about to start playing in the snow is “Ski.” Its irresistibly exciting melody and lyrics that make you want to glide right in will boost kids’ excitement! Give this track a listen as your companion while you enjoy winter-exclusive sports!