[Preschool] Recommended choral pieces for 3-year-olds

Child(ren) of the EarthKeroponzu

[National Private Nursery Federation] Children of the Earth / Keropons

Here’s a song by Keropons that kids can enjoy together.

Created in collaboration with the National Federation of Private Nursery Schools, this piece features a bright, energetic, and cheerful sound.

The lyrics sing about the importance of children connecting with the Earth and nature, conveying the idea that play leads to learning and fostering a spirit of challenge.

Released in 2023, the song has been adopted by childcare facilities nationwide as the theme song for the childcare movement “A New Era Begins with Children.” There’s choreography as well, so it’s recommended to sing while dancing.

Through fun activities, this wonderful song helps convey appreciation for nature and the importance of living together in harmony.

Hey! TambourineSakushi: Yoshioka Osamu / Sakkyoku: Yuyama Akira

Age 3, winter – school performance: Hey! Tambourine – song

This song, themed around fun rhythm play with a tambourine, is a lively and easy-to-remember children’s tune.

Since tambourines are familiar instruments for kids, the song feels approachable.

Released in June 1994, it was also featured on the TV program “Okaasan to Issho,” helping it become widely loved.

It’s perfect for three-year-olds, and everyone can enjoy singing together and playing with tambourines! It’s also recommended for activities like recitals and music events where children can participate and have fun together.

Nice to meet you—at the kindergarten entrance ceremony—NEW!Sakkyoku: Kamishiba Hajime / Shi: Murata Sachiko

Nice to meet you—at the kindergarten entrance ceremony—

This song is perfect for the entrance ceremony that marks the start of a new life, where children exchange their first “Nice to meet you” greetings with new friends and teachers.

Its bright melody builds excitement for the days to come at the kindergarten, naturally easing children’s nerves and bringing out their smiles.

Lyricist Sachiko Murata and composer Hajime Ueshiba are a proven duo who have worked on numerous educational pieces, including songs for NHK’s children’s programs and school textbooks.

The track is included on the album “Nyūen/Nyūgaku Haruharu Kids Song,” released in February 2024, and the lively vocals by Himawari Kids evoke the arrival of spring.

Since it’s a short song, it’s easy to incorporate into the ceremony’s flow, and it’s also recommended for everyone to sing together as an introduction before self-introductions in the new class!

Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come TrueNEW!mao

Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come True

This masterpiece, filled with lyrics that capture dreams of secret gadgets and mao’s clear, gentle vocals, greatly heightens the anticipation for the days to come in kindergarten life.

Sung by female singer mao, it was her major-label debut single released in July 2007 and was chosen as the opening theme not only for the TV series of the beloved national anime Doraemon but also for its films.

Featuring lively choruses by the Himawari Kids, this track is perfect for everyone to sing together at the entrance ceremony.

When its familiar, universally known melody fills the venue, the faces of nervous children will surely brighten.

Let’s clap along with the parents and warmly welcome the new kindergarteners with smiles.

Gather round! Fun, fun, funsakushi: Ide Takao / sakkyoku: Koshibe Nobuyoshi

Gather ’Round! Fun Fun Fun (Okaasan to Issho) / Osamu Sakata & Yuko Kanzaki

Let’s all sing this bright and lively song together.

Written by Takao Ide, the lyrics start with the idea that the Earth is running low on energy, and the theme is traveling around the world with friends to get it moving again.

The lyrics repeat fun phrases and feel uplifting, so children will likely find themselves humming along.

Released in October 1989 as the theme song for NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” it has been beloved for many years.

With its energetic vibe, it’s a perfect song for three-year-olds!

Laughter is nice.sakushi/sakkyoku: Tayama Masamitsu

Laughter Is Wonderful [E Tele] Lyrics/Music: Masamitsu Tayama – With Dance Moves & Lyrics from “With Mom”!

How about “Warai-goe tte Ii na,” a song you can enjoy with choreography? It’s a track themed around the laughter of families and animals.

Throughout the song, a variety of characters and laughs appear, and there’s choreography that expresses the act of laughing to match them.

The moves are quite comical, so if everyone joins in, it should create a warm, friendly atmosphere.

Plus, the lyrics are sprinkled with little moments that will make you chuckle.

Focusing on those parts should make it even more exciting.

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I want to become the sun.Sakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

Song: “I Want to Be the Sun” ... 3-year-olds (Ume Class)

This song, created by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa, is a piece that lets you feel a heart full of warm affection.

It expresses the warmth of falling in love with someone, as if a little sun has appeared in your chest, and I believe it resonates deeply with children as well.

Released in January 2016, the song is also included on the album “Toshihiko Shinzawa & Hirotaka Nakagawa Songs <30th Anniversary Celebration: Children’s Chorus Edition>.” When sung by three-year-olds, it becomes a lovely song that helps them feel the bonds of friendship.

Be sure to sing it at recitals and music festivals!