Recommended for preschool recitals! Choral songs that 3-year-olds can adorably sing

nectarineterebi senshi

Nekutarin

This song was created as the theme for NHK Educational TV’s popular program “Tensai TV-kun.” It vividly expresses the mindset of valuing children’s senses and intuition, set to a bright, pop melody.

With warm vocals by Macaroni Enpitsu and fun choreography by yurinasia, the piece achieves a wonderful harmony.

It’s also included on the album “Otona no Namida,” and is performed on the show alongside the energetic dance routines of the TV Warriors.

As a song you can dance to freely with kids, it’s perfect for music time at nursery schools and kindergartens, or for dance segments at sports days.

Carrying a message about cherishing one’s individuality, it’s also recommended as a theme song for various events.

Lots of heartsYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi

With gentle lyrics and a heartwarming melody, this song naturally conveys feelings of love to children.

“Hearts Everywhere,” which appeared on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho in April 2012, features lyrics by Toshiyuki Aoshima and music by Megumi Ohashi.

Its rhythmic, catchy style makes it easy to love even on the first listen.

The rhythm and melody are also perfect for parents and children to sing together.

The lyrics are filled with “hearts galore,” creating an atmosphere brimming with kindness.

It’s a cute and soothing song that makes you smile just by listening.

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Bibi-bi Beam!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

A song that makes you want to start dancing! Let me introduce “Bibi-Bi Beam!” From the very intro, an exciting melody kicks in, and the song begins with distinctive choreography—“Bibi-Bi Beam!” is sure to capture children’s interest.

Premiered in February 2024, the lyrics are by Nemuko Oikawa and the music is by Tsuyoshi Ike.

The catchy, energizing magic phrase will stick in your head.

Learn the dance and try it with your kids—it’s guaranteed to be a hit!

One, two, three

One, Two, Three! / Together with Mother (Covered by UtaSuta) [The big sister dances!]

Let me introduce the upbeat song “One, Two, Three.” The lyrics feature animals like frogs and penguins.

It might be fun to change the way you jump for each animal, adding variety to your movements as you dance.

As you sing, it turns into an energizing song that fills you with hope and courage for the future.

Try dancing and enjoying it while imagining a bright future! Adding some hand claps might make it even more fun.

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Kupurupā is a secret word!

Movie tie-in dance song “Kuprupa Is a Secret Word!” [Shimajiro Channel Official]

This is an insert song from the film that, with its bright, poppy sound and lyrics that capture children’s hearts, conveys the importance of friendship and cooperation.

Using the “secret word” as their motto, Shimajiro and his friends embark on an adventure that communicates the value of bonds and a spirit of kindness.

With its rhythmic groove and dance, it’s designed for kids to enjoy together.

The song appears in the March 2019 film Shimajiro and Ururu’s Hero Land, where it’s used memorably alongside the adventure in Hero Land.

It also comes with a fun group dance, making it a recommended track for preschools and at home.

Happy ChildrenYamano Satoko

[Viral on TikTok!] Original Vocal: Happy Children

This song is striking for its gentle, warm melody and lyrics that express the pure feelings of children.

It celebrates the children’s mysterious, almost magical power—the wonderful ability to bring smiles to those around them.

Satoko Yamano’s clear vocals blend beautifully with the lively voices of the Mori no Ki Children’s Choir.

Included on the album “Aozora SONGS,” released in April 2014, the song features lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa and music by Hirotaka Nakagawa.

It’s a tune that eases the nerves of children entering new environments, such as entrance or opening ceremonies, and invites everyone to sing along with joy.

Please give this heartwarming track a listen—perfect for preschool and kindergarten teachers and children to enjoy together.

Oh, the ranch is green.

Oh, the pasture is green — oh, the pasture is green; over the sea of grass the wind blows~ (with gestures)

Let’s move our bodies to the rhythm! Here are some ideas for “Oh, the Meadow is Green.” These ideas are perfect for summer, when the weather is nice and the air is crisp.

They’re especially recommended if you’re thinking, “What song should we sing this month?” or “I’m looking for something with a good rhythm!” The song “Oh, the Meadow is Green” is the Japanese version of the folk song “Ach, synku, synku”/“Ach, krásná louka” (often known in English as “Ah, Lovely Meadow”), which has been sung for a long time in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

By adding some choreography, you can enjoy engaging with the music even more.