As a musical game, it is typically performed as a around the New Year tree. Educators use it to:

The lyrical hook ends with the exclamation (So! / Just like that!), which acts as a signal for children to freeze or switch movements. Interactive Gameplay

The game often involves formation changes, such as creating "gates" (vorotiki) with joined hands for others to pass through. Educational Value

The steady beat helps children synchronize their steps and singing.

From a developmental perspective, "Shyol Veselyy Ded Moroz" is used to foster . By interpreting different animals through dance, children develop creative expression and emotional responsiveness to music. It is frequently used in lesson plans to transition from active play to the main event of the holiday—lighting the New Year tree with Ded Moroz’s magic staff.