But historians say that Jack Frost is more of a turn of phrase than a character from folklore or mythology. “Jack” was a common slang word for “man” in England during the 16th and 17th ...

You may have heard that Jack Frost can be traced back to Norse mythology, specifically a god called Jokul Frosti, whose name translates to “Icicle Frost.” But Jokul Frosti isn’t actually a ...

Others look to Norse mythology, where fantastical frost giants roam an icy realm and Kari, a wind god, sires sons named Jokul and Frosti. In other folklore, Frost is closely connected with autumn. In ...

Jack Frost is believed to have originated from Viking mythology, and was known as Jokul Frosti, which means ‘icicle frost’. An elf-like creature, he possess an artistic streak.

Green Space: Jack Frost myth no longer explains autumn leaves Jim Hillibish Not long ago, when kids asked their parents why the leaves are turning colors, the old Jack Frost fairy tale was rolled ...

Whilst billed as suitable for children aged three-plus, the storyline – a mix of Jack Frost mythology and environmental messaging – might go over the heads of young (and not so young ...

Years ago, when writer/illustrator/filmmaker William Joyce wished to tell his kids stories about Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, Jack Frost and the Tooth Fairy, he realized to his dismay that he ...