[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 Hand-Play Songs (21–30)
snow angel
This song has a dreamy atmosphere, likening the gentle descent of snow from the sky to angels coming down to earth.
It portrays how the soft-falling snow and the beautiful scenery after it settles can soothe winter’s cold heart.
It also conveys a sense of gratitude toward the snow that brings warmth to the heart.
While expressing the quiet of winter, the lyrics evoke an image of singing with a smile, conveying a positive feeling toward the season.
A Blizzardy NightLyrics: Hakushū Kitahara / Music: Shin Kusakawa
When the cold winter season arrives, it starts to snow, and sometimes blizzards come too.
You can’t play outside, but if you want to feel the winter spirit, “Fubuki no Ban” (A Blizzard Night) is perfect.
Whether at preschool or at home, this song lets you experience winter without touching the snow directly, and its emotional lyrics and melody are part of its charm.
The poignant lyrics were written by Hakushu Kitahara.
How about humming this song with your children while gazing out the window at the falling snow from the comfort of your home?
Yuki-onna
When winter comes, we feel like reading stories about snow, don’t we? “Yuki-onna” is a work whose tense storytelling gives it a unique charm.
It’s a tale that makes us feel how snowmen made during snow play melt away and disappear, and how the delightful winter season is short.
Since it’s a story that lets you feel winter, please read it on a cold day.
It might be the perfect story to help children understand the importance of enjoying the present and to convey that promises and instructions must be kept, don’t you think?
Silver invites you.
With an intro that feels like the start of a party, it might just get the kids dancing! “Shirogane wa Manekuyo” evokes the coming of winter with lyrics that conjure snowy mountains and a bright, crisp melody.
Since it was featured on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” in 1963, it has been loved by many.
Originally the theme song of a West German film, it has been performed by numerous singers.
On a cold winter’s day, why not use this song as background music so you can always remember those memories of playing in the snow?
Alpine valley
On a cold, frosty day, singing together in chorus might just warm us up.
“In the Valleys of the Alps,” a song that celebrates majestic nature, has beautifully layered harmonies.
Originally a Swiss folk song, it charms with a lively atmosphere and a melody that evokes lush, scenic landscapes.
The seasonally rich lyrics and the easy-to-sing chorus phrases are irresistibly catchy.
This piece, which helps children sense the arrival of winter, is a perfect song for a snowy day!
Powdery snow konkoComposer: Kishiou Hirao / Lyrics: Toshiko Iijima
Composed by Masao Hirao’s uncle, Kishio Hirao, with lyrics by Toshiko Iijima, this is a charming song whose meaning even small children can understand.
In some areas, kerosene peddler trucks play this tune while selling kerosene, so some people may feel a sense of nostalgia when they hear the melody.
Yuki said they like rain boots.Lyrics by: Yoshiko Kayama / Music by: Akira Yuyama
Hum along with a lively rhythm and you’ll feel like heading outside even in the cold of winter! “Yuki tte Nagagutsu Suki Datte” is a winter song that resonates with a fun melody and playful lyrics.
When you walk along snow-covered paths, you often find snow stuck to your shoes or gloves, right? If you play this song while children are playing on the white, snowy ground, you can really feel winter’s arrival! Learn the piano part and accompany the singing, and by letting the kids sing along happily, you’ll add one more cherished memory to your collection of snow songs.