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[For 3-year-olds] Recommended for recital and performance days! Skits, songs, and other program ideas

The recital, one of the major events at nursery schools and kindergartens, is a valuable opportunity for parents to see how their children have grown.

In the younger classes, many children may be participating in a recital for the first time.

For teachers who are thinking, “We want to put on something that 3-year-olds will enjoy!” this is a must-read.

Here we introduce activity ideas that are perfectly suited to the developmental stage of 3-year-olds.

In addition to simple plays, we’ve gathered plenty of recommended ideas—songs, instrument play, and dances—that let 3-year-olds freely express their unique charm and individual personalities.

Find ideas that will excite the children and be sure to try them out.

[For 3-year-olds] Recommended for school recitals and performances! Activities like plays and songs (11–20)

[Dance] Little Hero

[Dance] Little Heroes [A Must-See for Preschool Teachers!] [Supervised by Hiromichi & Tanizou]
[Dance] Little Hero

For three-year-olds, many children probably admire the “heroes” they’ve seen in anime and picture books.

Heroes who help everyone and defeat the bad guys are really cool, aren’t they? That’s why I recommend the song “Little Hero” for the recital dance.

With this song, children can run and strike poses as if they’ve become heroes themselves, so they can transform into the heroes they admire! The choreography repeats the same moves, so children will be able to learn it quickly.

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[Song] I Want to Become the Sun

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

If you’re looking for a moving piece for a recital, how about “I Want to Be the Sun”? Its gentle lyrics—about how the feeling of love warms the heart, and how we should love so much that we become like the sun—are touching even for adults.

The children’s lively voices will make the beautiful words sound even purer.

It’s sure to become an unforgettable song for anyone who hears it.

It isn’t very long, so please give it a try.

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[Dance] Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’

[Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’] Naniwa Danshi “Simple Dance” — 2- and 3-year-old children danced it at their recital! Easy arranged dance (with commentary)
[Dance] Poppin' Hoppin' Lovin'

Want to dance with the kids at a recital? How about choosing the song “Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’” by the idol group Naniwa Danshi? Its bright, refreshing melody and upbeat, love-filled lyrics are perfect for a children’s dance number! The choreography isn’t too difficult either.

There are lots of simple moves like stepping, jumping, and shaking hips, with plenty of repetition.

There are also solid highlight moments where the kids can gather and strike poses, so definitely give it a try!

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[Operetta] The Three Billy Goats Gruff

This is an operetta based on the picture book The Three Billy Goats Gruff, which is very popular with young children.

The three Billy Goats Gruff set off for the mountain to eat delicious grass.

However, on the way, a fearsome troll is lying in wait and tries to eat them.

The highlight of the story is how cleverly the goats handle the situation and fight the troll.

Children playing the goats can sing and dance to the music, while those playing the troll can practice scary poses and voices.

If they’re three years old, they might even try a few short lines of dialogue.

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[Instrument Play] Stroll

Instrument Play: “Sanpo” … 3-Year-Old Class
[Instrument Play] Stroll

By the age of three, children can handle simple instruments.

Drums, castanets, and tambourines that make sound when struck are easy for them to try.

So why not enjoy playing instruments along with “Sanpo,” a song kids love? Learning when to strike is quite challenging.

That’s why practicing in a fun way will be the key to a great performance.

It would be wonderful if everyone could experience the difficulty of watching the teacher’s cue to make sound, as well as the joy of performing together with friends!

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[Dance] Pill Bug Rock

[Childcare] “Pill Bug Rock” – Ages 3+ • Dance for Sports Day & Recital [PriPri]
[Dance] Pill Bug Rock

Kids just love pill bugs, don’t they? Many of them go looking for them every time they play outside, lifting stones and turning over leaves.

This “Pill Bug Rock” is a dance song inspired by pill bugs.

The rock-style music is cool, and the choreography that mimics pill bugs has a certain cuteness.

It’s a dance that even three-year-olds can do, so become a pill bug and dance energetically! It’s also a great pick for a sports day performance.

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[For 3-year-olds] Recommended for school life presentations and recitals! Performances like plays and songs (21–30)

[Instrument Play] Gorilla’s Concert

Song: 'Gorilla Concert' ... 3-year-old class
[Instrument Play] Gorilla’s Concert

“Gorilla no Ongakukai” (The Gorillas’ Concert) is a song in which a gorilla family enjoys a musical gathering while thumping their chests.

If you’re considering instrumental performances for a recital, why not use this song as an introduction? Its cheerful melody makes singing it fun on its own, and the cute choreography—pretending to be gorillas and thumping your chest—adds to the charm.

Listeners are sure to feel their excitement build for the concert to come.

Children who are nervous about performing may also relax by singing first.

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