I Want to Sing at the Kindergarten Seniors’ Recital! A Collection of Moving Song Ideas That 6-Year-Olds Can Sing with All Their Heart

Always togetherboku to kimi.

[Graduation Song] Always Together - Piano Sheet Music (Child Key) / CD Available [see description below] - For nursery school and kindergarten graduation ceremonies and thank-you parties

This is a graduation song by Boku to Kimi that delivers memories of kindergarten life and hopes for the future on a gentle melody.

It tells, from a child’s perspective, of days spent holding hands with friends, moments of leaning on their teachers, and gratitude toward parents.

Rather than dwelling on the sadness of parting, it carries a positive message that “even if we’re apart, our hearts are connected,” making it a piece that brings not only tears but smiles as well.

Included on the album “Minna de Asobou! Ei Ei Oh!” released in September 2015, it also comes with karaoke tracks and sheet music arranged for children’s vocal ranges.

It’s the perfect song for expressing thanks to teachers at a graduation ceremony.

The sight of children standing in a circle, holding hands as they sing, is sure to become an unforgettable memory.

Baton of the HeartSakushi sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko

A classic song sung at daycare: “The Baton of the Heart” [Graduation/Commencement/Moving-to-tears Song]

How can we convey feelings that can’t be seen…? Giving voice to that thought through the word “baton,” this is a choral piece for graduations, with lyrics and music by Toshihiko Shinzawa.

It begins with the wish that if our hearts had shape or color, we could hand them over right away, and goes on to depict bonds that, though invisible, are surely connected.

The song was included on the album “Sakura♪ SONGS 2 ~Kimi to Boku no La La La~,” released in November 2016, and was selected for the Hall of Fame on the childcare portal “Hoick.” The two-part chorus version is also included in choral anthologies for farewell and graduation ceremonies.

It’s perfect for moments when teachers and children—or children with one another—want to reaffirm their heartfelt connections.

Highly recommended for classes that want to express gratitude to their teachers at preschool graduation, or as a send-off song from current students to graduating ones.

Sketchaimyon

AIMYON – Sketch [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Set for release in March 2025 as the theme song for the national favorite’s film “Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Picture-World Story,” this work was created by singer-songwriter Aimyon with the warm everyday life of Nobita and Doraemon in mind.

It’s filled with kindness that embraces people just as they are—like being able to laugh together and say that the marks left by a catnap on your glasses are just another charming part of the picture.

This heartwarming message will surely resonate with the older kindergarteners about to spread their wings into a new world.

With lyrics that make you cherish each other’s clumsy sides, it’s perfect for farewell gatherings and graduation ceremonies.

Hold your treasured memories with friends close, and sing together in unison.

It’s sure to be a wonderful performance that will bring tears to parents’ eyes.

The feeling of gratitudeSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Hosoda Maiko

Children’s Song “The Feeling of Thank You” <Graduation Song>

“Arigatou no Kimochi” (Feelings of Thanks) is a song that lets children sincerely express their gratitude to the guardians and teachers who have watched over them every day.

The lyrics are by Toshihiko Shinzawa, well-known for many children’s songs, and the music is composed by Maiko Hosoda.

Memories from their time at the preschool and warm feelings of “thank you” for those who supported them are sung to a gentle, quiet melody.

The song was released on the YouTube channel “Maiko no Uta” in January 2020, and the sheet music was published in the March 2020 issue of “Hoiku to Curriculum.” With its frequent lyrical repetition and calm tone, it’s perfect for events like graduation ceremonies where children’s voices can truly shine.

Sung from the heart, it’s sure to fill the entire venue with warm emotion.

The Color of Thank YouSakushi Sakkyoku: Baku-san

[Graduation Song] [Recital Song] The Color of Thank You [Sheet Music & CD Available] A moving, tear-jerking piece perfect for graduation ceremonies, school plays, end-of-term presentations, farewell parties, and thank-you gatherings. Ideal for nursery schools, kindergartens, certified childcare centers, and elementary schools. Piano entrance and exit music.

“Arigatou no Iro” (The Colors of Thank You) is written and composed by Baku, an active nursery school teacher and creator of craft-play activities.

It’s a heartwarming song that expresses gratitude for memories, friends, teachers, and parents by comparing them to “colors.” The children’s sincere feelings of thanks gently resonate with listeners.

In addition to being available on Baku’s YouTube channel, the song is included on the CD “Arigatou no Tabidachi: Graduation Songs & Songs as Gifts.” The official shop also offers sheet music in a four-page A4 format, considerate of on-site performances.

With its relaxed tempo and focus on clear lyrics, it is well-suited for senior kindergarteners’ graduation ceremonies and recitals.

When everyone unites their hearts and sings together, the entire venue is sure to be filled with warm emotion.

Friend’s FlowerFukuda Sho

Tomodachi no Hana / Sho Fukuda

This is a graduation song written and composed by Sho Fukuda, a former nursery teacher and children’s song writer.

It carries a warm message: the days spent with friends become buds in our hearts and eventually bloom into flowers.

Instead of saying “goodbye,” it makes a positive promise to remain friends, sure to bring tears to teachers and parents alike.

Released in February 2020, it was later included on the album “Tomodachi no Hana” (Friends’ Flower).

Sho Fukuda is active in a wide range of work, including providing music for NHK Educational TV.

Centered on the piano, this gentle ballad has a simple structure that makes it easy for children to sing along.

It’s a perfect song for choral performances at graduation ceremonies or for expressing gratitude at thank-you gatherings.

My Treasureseki tomoyuki

[Song] ~Graduation Ceremony Song~ ♪My Treasure♪

This song, born from real early childhood education settings, leaves a warm message that lingers in the heart.

Written and composed by former nursery school teacher Tomoyuki Seki, it’s woven with words that reflect children just as they are.

Singing about laughing with friends, sometimes getting into quarrels, and how meeting one another itself is a treasure, it’s a piece that can bring adults to tears as well.

Since being included on the album “Congratulations on Graduation—from all the smiles and energy you gave us—,” released in December 2016, it has become a staple of the preschool graduation season.

With the gentle tones of the piano, this work will unite the hearts of children, parents, and teachers alike.

If sung at a graduation ceremony, the whole venue is sure to be filled with emotion.

Be sure to consider including it.