[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs
Kids who love to sing! Around age three, children gradually start to match pitch and keep rhythm, and singing becomes more fun for them.
Let’s have everyone sing together so they can feel the joy and comfort of singing.
So this time, we’ve gathered lots of popular songs that three-year-olds will enjoy singing.
They’re perfect not only for daily childcare, but also for events like recitals and birthday parties! These are songs that energetic three-year-olds will want to sing—so try singing them together as a group.
Add clapping or simple choreography to the music, and it’ll be even more exciting!
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[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery school or kindergarten! Popular and recommended songs (41–50)
One, two, three
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.
Sticky SambaHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
A song beloved by parents and children for its unique lyrics and rhythm: “Neba Neba Samba,” which appeared as the Song of the Month on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in July 2024.
The lyrics were written by Masahiko Sato, an advertising creator and media artist, together with Tomoko Kaizuka, known for the E-TV program “PythagoraSwitch.” The composition was jointly done by Masaki Kurihara, who has worked on songs for E-TV’s “Inai Inai Baa!,” and Masahiko Sato.
“Neba Neba Samba” is characterized by a clip composed entirely of animation.
It’s fun to watch, making it a great recommendation for parents and children to enjoy together!
Friend, friendSakushi/Sakkyoku: Yamazaki Hiroshi
Written and composed by Hiroshi Yamazaki, this heartwarming song centers on the theme of friendship.
Set to a bright and approachable melody, the lyrics express the bonds and gratitude shared with friends.
It is included on the album “Arigatou Kokoro o Komete,” released by King Records, and is often sung on special occasions such as kindergarten entrance and class advancement ceremonies.
Because it can be sung with hand claps, it also helps foster a sense of unity among children.
It’s a perfect song for an entrance ceremony, so consider adding it to your program.
Small WorldSakushi / Sakkyoku: Shāman Kyōdai
How about “It’s a Small World,” a song imbued with the message “Let’s all get along”? It was written as the theme song for the Disneyland attraction It’s a Small World.
The lyrics are heartwarming, and its mid-tempo feel is sure to lift your spirits.
With many sustained notes, it’s also fun to enjoy long vocal lines.
That makes it perfect for choral singing, and thanks to its thematic lyrics, it would pair well with performances like school plays or recitals.
Lots of heartsYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
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Original song – Hikaru Tamura – Hikaru Tamura
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.
Watch the CarnivalYokoyama Daisuke / Ono Atsuko
Let me introduce “Miteté Carnival,” a song that’s so fun it lifts your spirits just by listening! It aired in June 2024 on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” The lyrics and music are by Takumi Murata, who is also the leader of the rock band “Carnavacation.” He creates music that fuses Brazilian sounds with pop, and he works on many songs for children as well.
For example, he wrote the September 2023 monthly song “Ninjin Engine Rocket” and the exercise song “Kao Taisou.” Through his music, Murata hopes to make the world as joyful as a carnival.
Be sure to sing along with your kids and make every day a little more fun!
Carrot Engine RocketHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
“Carrot Engine Rocket” is a song with a delightful concept: imagining carrots as engines for a rocket blasting into space.
It first aired on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in October 1961.
The lyrics were written by Keisuke Yamakawa, and the music was composed by Hachidai Nakamura.
With its strong sense of rhythm and friendly, catchy melody, the song brought children a world of dreams and adventure.
It has been immensely popular with kids since its original broadcast and continues to be loved over many years.