Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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Around 200 young participants in the workshops held at the flagship venue of the Moscow Mayor's "My District" program in 50th Anniversary of October Park created an animated film about the polar bear Terpey, a new resident of the Moscow Zoo, which is under the care of the "My District" program. The film was based on the bear's journey from Kazan to Moscow by train. The workshop was part of the "Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030" forum.
"This project is especially dear to us because it tells the true story of Terpey the polar bear—from his rescue in harsh Yakutia to his move to the Moscow Zoo. It's crucial for me that the younger generation, through creativity and kindness, learns the value of protecting rare species. The story of happy Terpey is true proof that care and compassion can change the world for the better," noted Svetlana Akulova, General Director of the Moscow Zoo and President of the Union of Zoos and Aquariums of Russia and the Eurasian Regional Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
From script to finale
The children worked on the cartoon for approximately 120 hours, from writing the plot to the final animation. In total, approximately 1,900 frames were shot. The young animators crafted three main characters and approximately 20 supporting ones from 50 skeins of wool. They also built 11 mock-ups of various locations using foam, cork, cardboard, play dough, paint, and much more.
The project's technical equipment included three computers, three cameras, and over 15 lighting fixtures. This allowed the children to master professional animation filmmaking techniques.
"I loved it so much! I usually watch cartoons on my phone, but here we made a bear and a real movie about him out of special thread, wire, and other things. The character moves just like a real one. Our whole family went to see Terpey at the zoo—he's so big and fluffy! Our cartoon bear turned out just like the real thing. Now I tell all my friends we made a cartoon about Terpey," shared ten-year-old Nikita, a participant in the project.
Based on real events
The children's animation project became part of the educational program of the "Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030" forum, aimed, among other things, at environmental education and raising awareness among the younger generation about wildlife conservation.
Terpei, a polar bear, had a difficult life before finding a home at the Moscow Zoo. As a cub, he was left alone in Yakutia, where he was rescued by a local resident. Terpei then lived in Perm, Rostov-on-Don, and spent several years in temporary care at the Kazan Zoo. In October 2024, the animal traveled by train to the capital, where a spacious enclosure with a pool and snow slide was prepared for him. Specialists are monitoring his condition around the clock.
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