Okay kiddo, today we're going to talk about a creature called a vodyanoi. A vodyanoi is kind of like a monster that lives in the water, like a lake or a river.
Just like fish breathe through their gills underwater, vodyanoy have special gills too that allow them to breathe and live in the water.
Some people believe that vodyanoy like to eat fish, frogs, and even humans. That's why they're sometimes portrayed as scary and dangerous creatures in stories and legends.
But not all vodyanoi are bad! Some people believe that if you treat them with respect and leave them offerings like bread or salt, they will leave you alone and even protect you from other dangers in the water.
So, in conclusion, vodyanoy are creatures that live in the water and some people think they can be dangerous or helpful depending on how we treat them.