Choral songs that captivate 4-year-olds! A collection of heartfelt song ideas for junior kindergarten recitals
Many teachers are probably looking for choral pieces to sing at performances and events for the four-year-old class.
So here, we introduce songs that are perfect for creating memorable moments that will stay in children’s hearts.
We’ve gathered plenty of songs that four-year-olds can enjoy singing—bright and lively tunes, songs that convey kindness, and pieces everyone can sing while holding hands.
By singing together at the recital, they’re sure to encounter wonderful songs that let them feel the joy of cooperation and a sense of unity.
Please use this as a reference to find the perfect song for your children.
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Choral songs that captivate 4-year-olds! A collection of heartfelt song ideas for the middle kindergarten class recital (61–70)
We are explorers of the future.Sakushi: Oikawa Nemuko / Sakkyoku: Matsumoto Toshiaki
With lyrics about setting out into the future, this song is perfect for young children.
You can sway your body and sing along to the marching rhythm, and there’s also simple choreography, so it’s fun to dance and sing at the same time.
It might be nice to sing while thinking about how the idea of the future appears to children.
You could also ask questions like, “What do you want to do when you grow up?” or “What do you think life will be like in the future?” Let’s use the song as a starting point to broaden their world.
Child(ren) of the EarthKeroponzu
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.
Shimajiro Ondo!
It’s a fun ondō that makes your heart dance along to an energetic rhythm.
Born in March 2018, this song carries messages about the spirit of challenge, a sense of adventure, and the importance of life.
Children’s curiosity and positive lyrics are sung in Shimajiro’s gentle voice.
It’s used in the dance segment and ending of the TV show “Shimajiro no Wao!” and is loved by children at concerts and events nationwide.
There’s choreography that kids can dance to as well, making it a sure hit at nursery and kindergarten events! It’s a perfect song for parent-child bonding time or whenever you want to get moving together with children.
To the Sun in the Palm of Your Hand
It’s a classic children’s song brimming with the joy and hope of living.
Through the sight of blood glowing red when sunlight shines through a hand, it gently conveys the preciousness of life.
Earthworms, dragonflies, frogs, and other creatures make appearances, and the warm melody teaches the wonder of living together.
The lyrics, imbued with Takashi Yanase’s deep sentiments, harmonize beautifully with the bright tune crafted by Tak Izumi.
First broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” in 1962, it was performed by the Boys Jacks on the 1965 Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It later appeared in elementary school music textbooks and has continued to be cherished by many.
It’s a perfect cheer song for children swelling with hope as they take a new step forward.
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5
The ending theme of a TV anime, sung by Dream5 and beloved by both children and adults, is creating a buzz.
This work charms listeners with its fun, upbeat style that portrays everyday little happenings—like oversleeping or being picky about food—as the doings of yokai.
Their 12th single, released in April 2014, was a tie-in with a TV Tokyo anime, and with choreography by Lucky Ikeda, it became a huge topic among children.
It’s a song that kids can enjoy moving their bodies to together, with easy-to-learn choreography that makes it a hit at nursery and kindergarten events.
It’s also recommended for parent-child recreation and as a dance for sports days.