For 4-year-olds (middle preschool)! Performances such as plays and songs for recitals and school shows
At age four, children’s imaginations blossom, their vocabulary grows, and they become able to express their feelings and thoughts in words.
This time, we’re introducing performance ideas perfect for the development of four-year-olds, ideal for recitals and school plays.
We’ve gathered many ideas that let four-year-olds enjoy expressing themselves while expanding their imaginative world: plays based on stories with a clear narrative, songs and dances that let them share feelings with friends, and ensemble performances that make use of each instrument’s unique qualities.
Find options that match your children’s mood and interests, and be sure to give them a try.
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For 4-year-olds (middle preschool)! Performance ideas for recitals and school plays, including skits and songs (21–30)
[Dance] Woo! Wombat
![[Dance] Woo! Wombat](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QbpYmuOJ-jU/sddefault.jpg)
Let me introduce a lively, upbeat dance song called “Woo! Wombat.” It’s sung by Hiromichi Oniisan and has a rhythmic, cheerful vibe.
The song’s theme is the adorable animal, the wombat, and its easy-to-follow rhythm makes it perfect for kids to sing and dance along.
The bright melody and catchy chorus are memorable, and listening to it naturally puts you in a positive mood.
The song also features wombat-inspired moves and choreography, so you can enjoy dancing while having fun!
Tomorrow Will Be Sunny

Let me introduce the song “Ashita wa Hareru,” which many of you may know from “Okaasan to Issho.” It features a bright, energetic melody and a simple yet heartwarming message that leaves a strong impression.
The lyrics express straightforward, sincere feelings toward friends and a positive outlook, perfectly suiting children’s cheerful voices.
It conveys familiarity and warmth, and will surely become a cherished memory for children.
If the whole class sings it together at the end of a play, it’s likely to move the audience to tears.
Song: Sing Bang-Bang

“Utae Banban” is a song that has been loved for a long time since its release in 1971.
Although the lyrics are simple, there are parts where you hold notes for a long time and pay attention to dynamics, so it’s a great piece for four-year-olds who are starting to sing with expressive awareness.
Since there are three verses, practice while understanding the meaning and differences of each verse.
Once they can sing loudly and confidently, the song will convey the energetic spirit of the children.
[Ensemble] 100% Courage
![[Ensemble] 100% Courage](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/627snW_laUI/sddefault.jpg)
Yuki 100% (Courage 100%), which has long been loved as the theme song of the E-Tele anime Nintama Rantaro, is probably familiar to many teachers and parents.
Its energetic melody has a simple rhythm, making it perfect for incorporating percussion instruments.
If you create spotlight moments for each part, it will boost the children’s motivation.
You can also have them sing the song during times when they’re not practicing their instruments to help them become more familiar with it.
We hope the four-year-olds come to love this piece and enjoy performing it.
[Play Activity] The Lion King
![[Play Activity] The Lion King](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rX9VtiXih58/hqdefault.jpg)
We would like to introduce a stage play based on Disney’s feature-length animated film The Lion King.
Many of you may already know the story—it’s an animal tale set on the savannah—and when performed by a large group, it’s incredibly dynamic, making it perfect for big classes.
Since the original is a feature film, it’s important to decide which parts to extract so the play fits your presentation time.
Asking the children which scenes they’d like to perform can also boost their motivation.
Use costumes, sets, and props to create a wonderful production!
[Play Activity] The North Wind and the Sun
![[Play Activity] The North Wind and the Sun](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Et8peSmh6k/sddefault.jpg)
We would like to introduce one of Aesop’s fables, “The North Wind and the Sun,” a story in which the North Wind and the Sun compete to see who can make a traveler take off his coat first.
This tale teaches us that brute force doesn’t always work and that empathy and kindness resonate with people’s hearts.
The main characters are the North Wind, the Sun, and the Traveler.
It’s a play that even a small class can try, but depending on class size, you can add roles like animals or elements of nature.
The process of brainstorming ideas together also makes it a presentation where you can truly feel the children’s growth.
[Ensemble] That Gentle Girl
![[Ensemble] That Gentle Girl](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p0s1xws9Jh4/sddefault.jpg)
The theme song of the first half of 2019’s morning drama series “Natsuzora.” Here we introduce the ensemble performance of Spitz’s “Yasashii Anoko.” Characterized by a melody that resonates with the heart and a gentle, warm atmosphere, this song sings of the tenderness of love and friendship, leaving listeners deeply moved.
The ensemble uses a melodica and several types of percussion instruments.
By creating showcase moments for each instrument and part, the ensemble allows you to feel the growth of each child.
It would also be wonderful if, through the ensemble, the children can experience uniting their hearts with friends and a sense of accomplishment.


