[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs

It will be sunny tomorrow.Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu

[Songs from Okaasan to Issho] Ashita wa Hareru (covered by UtaSuta) [Osamu Sakata]

Composed by Osamu Sakata, this song embraces children’s hearts with its bright, warm tones.

With gentle melody and lyrics, it conveys the importance of holding on to hope for tomorrow, even in difficult times.

It debuted in 1999 as the ending theme of NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” and has been loved by many.

In children’s daily lives, when something sad happens or they feel anxious, singing it together gives them strength.

When nursery or kindergarten teachers sing it with the children, it’s sure to warm their hearts.

Your ColorSakushi/Sakkyoku: Edamamenzu

[February 2020 Song of the Month] Kimi Iro [With Mother] (cover by UtaSuta)

Airing as the Monthly Song for February 2020 on NHK’s popular program “Okaasan to Issho,” this track is a bright pop song themed around a colorful world.

Written and composed by Edamame-ns, its lyrics stand out for featuring colors like red, blue, and yellow one after another.

As the title “Kimi Iro” (“Your Color”) suggests, the song conveys a message about valuing one’s own individuality and that of others through the motif of color.

Stimulating children’s curiosity and sensibilities, it’s often used at nursery and kindergarten recitals and is said to bring out children’s smiles and unique personalities.

Sing and dance along with three-year-olds, and the fun is guaranteed to double!

ParadeSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

Parade (Lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka Nakagawa) [From Toshihiko Shinzawa’s 40th Anniversary of Musical Activities: “Nursery Song Concert”]

This cute song that children can enjoy singing is a lively tune released in 1990 by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa.

The theme is a parade that begins with a morning bugle, sweetly expressing hope and dreams.

Singing it together lets everyone feel the joy of cooperation and a sense of unity, making it perfect for events like morning gatherings or birthday parties at nursery schools and kindergartens.

When energetic three-year-olds sing it with clapping and simple choreography, it’s sure to make the cheerful atmosphere even more exciting!

strollInoue Azumi

♪ Stroll – Let’s walk, let’s walk, I’m feeling great~ ♪ <with choreography> [Studio Ghibli film “My Neighbor Totoro” opening theme]

Sanpo is a song famous as the opening theme of My Neighbor Totoro.

For three-year-olds, be sure to have them learn its wonderful lyrics from the first verse through the second.

The lyrics, which feature a variety of creatures, richly express a child’s world—just as you’d expect from lyricist Rieko Nakagawa of Guri and Gura fame.

Once they can sing it with lots of energy, it’s also great to try singing it while going on an actual walk.

Even when they’re tired on the way back to preschool, singing this song will surely make them think, “Let’s keep walking!” It’s a song you’ll want to keep as a little good-luck charm.

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Happy ChildrenSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

Happy Children (Lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka Nakagawa) [From Toshihiko Shinzawa’s 40th Anniversary of Musical Activities “Nursery Song Concert”]

Are you looking for a fun song to sing and dance to? This piece has a magical power to bring out children’s smiles.

With its bright melody and rhythmic structure, even three-year-olds can enjoy singing along.

The lyrics carry a message of “let’s all be happy,” and as you sing, your heart naturally feels warm.

Since its release in July 2001, it has been widely loved in nurseries and kindergartens.

It’s perfect for times when everyone wants to get excited together, like recitals and birthday parties.

Add some simple choreography and it becomes even more fun! How about singing it with energetic three-year-olds, all with big smiles?

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

I Want to Become the Sun (Lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka Nakagawa) [From the “Childcare Song Concert” commemorating Toshihiko Shinzawa’s 40th anniversary in music]

This bright, energetic song is a wonderful piece that fills children’s hearts with excitement.

The lyrics, written by Toshihiko Shinzawa, describe the feeling of liking someone and convey the importance of love and friendship.

Released in January 2016, it is also included on the album “Toshihiko Shinzawa & Hirotaka Nakagawa Songs <30th Anniversary Celebration: Children’s Chorus Version>.” It’s perfect not only for everyday moments at nurseries and kindergartens but also for special occasions like birthday parties and recitals.

If everyone sings it together with handclaps and simple choreography, it’s sure to create a delightful time full of smiles.

Hello, my friends.NEW!Ponkitki no uta

Hello My Friends | Song from Ponkikki | Friends' Song • With Lyrics

Hello, My Friends gently teaches us about connecting with friends and sharing warmth from the heart.

It was released to the world as the B-side to the single More!, which came out in May 1990.

As the ending theme of Fuji TV’s children’s program Hirake! Ponkikki, it was beloved for two years starting in April 1990.

The vocals were performed by Ms.

Kano Shibata.

Set to a soft, pleasant melody, it expresses the joy of hearts connecting between people.

It’s a warm, charming song that’s perfect for bringing everyone together to sing in a senior kindergarten class performance.