Տարեպտույտի փուլերը Արցախի մանկական ծիսական բանահյուսության մեջ

<jats:p>The article explores the stages of the annual cycle in the children’s ritual folklore of Artsakh. Ritual songs are viewed as one of the key genres of children’s folklore. Over time, many of these songs were transmitted into the children’s sphere, becoming part of children’s cultural repertoire and reinforcing the intergenerational continuity between adults and children. This phenomenon is observed across various ethnographic regions of Armenia, including Artsakh. The transfer of ritual songs into children’s folklore is also facilitated by the game like subtext. A number of children’s rituals are closely intertwined with games, which enhances their appeal and engagement for young participants.</jats:p>