[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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[Age 3] Songs to Sing at Nursery School or Kindergarten! Popular and Recommended Songs (71–80)
March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
A lively marching tune has arrived! Introducing the January 2025 “Song of the Month” from Okaasan to Issho, sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Maya Nagata.
Set to bright brass and snappy drum rhythms, this cheerful piece expresses the feeling of facing forward and moving ahead.
You can clap along to the rhythmic beat and move your body with a big smile.
It’s also included on the album “NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Best: Hyu-rara Bun-bun!” so it can be enjoyed both at home and in childcare settings.
It’s a wonderful piece for the start of a new year, perfect for sharing the feeling of walking toward the future together with parents and children.
Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou
Set to a bright, rhythmic melody, this song celebrates children’s spirit of adventure and the joy of discovering something new every day.
It portrays the entire Earth as a wonderful place of adventure for kids, spreading a warm, inclusive world where everyone can dance together and have fun.
It was included on the DVD “Shimajiro no Wao!” released in February 2015 and is also used in the dance segment of the TV program.
The song is memorable for Shimajiro and his friends energetically singing and dancing in nature.
It’s perfect for enjoying with children at nursery and kindergarten events, as well as for dance time at home.
A Drop of Star
With its bright rhythm and easy-to-understand lyrics, “Hoshi no Hitoshizuku” is a cheerful song that makes you want to dance when you hear it.
If you start the intro with handclaps, everyone can match the beat and dance together.
Try swaying your body energetically to the lyrics as you dance.
You might just find yourself smiling without even realizing it.
Its captivating rhythm and lyrics are enjoyable for children of all ages.
It could be a big hit to sing at events like Tanabata, too.
Everyone Is Special
This song carries a message that nurtures children’s self-esteem within a bright and joyful atmosphere.
It gently conveys the importance of recognizing one another while cherishing the unique sparkle each person has.
With a friendly, catchy melody, it naturally fosters a sense of global awareness through its English lyrics, making it a wonderful piece.
Since around 2018, it has been performed at Benesse’s English concerts and has been loved by children in summer shows like “Let’s Go! Summer Adventure.” It was also included on the 30th Anniversary DVD, gaining attention as a work that supports children’s new challenges.
This is a perfect song for when you want to enjoy a fun time singing and dancing with kids, or when you’re looking to spark their interest in English.
Let’s take a step into the future
A bright, lively Shima Jiro song about the importance of friendship was born in March 2013 as an insert song for the film “Shimajiro and Fufu’s Great Adventure: Save the Rainbow Flower!” It gently conveys the feelings of the protagonists as they set out on a new journey, and its warm vocals—giving courage to take a step toward the future—leave a lasting impression.
The song has also become popular on the TV program “Shimajiro no Wao!” and makes children’s hearts bounce with joy.
It’s a fun tune that shines in many settings, from dancing at nursery and kindergarten events to singing together as a family.
It’s a reassuring companion that cheers on those first steps in a new environment.
Ghost Party
A fun song packed with Halloween excitement is included on the September 2020 album “Shimajiro Ages 1–2: Hit Songs.” With its bright, rhythmic melody and a delightful world where friendly ghosts enjoy a party, it sparks children’s imaginations.
The energetic vocals by Shimajiro and Mana Ogawa are another highlight.
This track is perfect not only for Halloween-season events but also for daycare and kindergarten activities, as well as family parties—any occasion where kids can sing, dance, and have fun together with their friends!
Song of Feathers
This song was created for Shimajiro no Wao!, an educational program that values nurturing children’s vocabulary and knowledge.
Released in September 2013, the song joyfully introduces words that begin with the syllable “ke,” set to a rhythmic melody.
Within the show, children can naturally encounter new words as they sing and dance along with Shimajiro.
The video features illustrations and animations that match the words, richly incorporating visual elements.
This piece is a friendly, accessible song that allows children to enjoy language through singing, whether at home or in childcare settings.
I love stripes!
The song, created from a child’s perspective, features a bright, rhythmic melody and familiar, easy-to-sing lyrics.
Naomi Minami’s appeal as a voice actress shines through, and her energetic vocals capture children’s hearts.
Released in March 2018, the track was featured on the children’s educational program “Shimajiro no Wow!” and has become popular with many kids.
It is also included on the album “Shimajiro no Wow! Uta♪ Dance Special Vol.11,” and has been developed as related content for Benesse Corporation’s early childhood correspondence course “Kodomo Challenge.” Since it’s a song that children can enjoy singing and dancing to together, it’s recommended for music time or use at events.
My favorite things
It’s a warmhearted song that helps children find what they love and nurture a sense of cherishing it.
The staging that incorporates sign language is memorable, and there are thoughtful touches throughout that allow children of diverse backgrounds to sing together and have fun.
The melody is pleasant and so familiar you can’t help but hum along.
Released around 2011, it has been used in various settings, including the educational program “Shimajiro no Wao!”, concerts, and events at childcare facilities.
This work truly supports children’s growth, teaching the beauty of expressing gratitude for familiar things and important people.
Singing it together with parents or guardians can also be an opportunity to foster an even deeper bond.
Etiquette Man
This is a character song that blends fun and learning, and it’s hugely popular with children.
Set to a bright, poppy melody, it clearly teaches important everyday manners and etiquette.
Takashi Fujii’s friendly singing and dancing really capture kids’ hearts.
The song has been broadcast on Shimajiro no Wao! since September 2017 and is also included on the DVD Shimajiro no Wao! Shimajiro to Dance! Dance! Dance!.
It’s a track that lets parents and children enjoy moving their bodies together while learning easy-to-practice topics like table manners and cough etiquette.