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[Nursery School] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dance

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

The dance at sports day is one of the programs both children and watching adults really look forward to!

Seeing the adorable kids dancing energetically at a nursery school sports day really shows how much they’ve grown.

Here, we’ll introduce some fun songs that are perfect for sports day dances!

We’ve gathered lively tracks ranging from songs kids love to classic favorites everyone knows.

When you hear cheerful music, you’ll find yourself wanting to move your body.

Choose songs that match the children’s personalities and vibe, and have fun dancing together!

[Daycare/Preschool] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dance (141–150)

I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

I Want to Ride a Vehicle♪ With Mother | With Lyrics [Babies Delighted, Stop Crying, Laughing Dance, Song, Japanese Children’s Songs] Educational/Developmental for Infants and Toddlers covered by UtaSuta

I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

A lively, vehicle-themed song has arrived! Sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Tamaa Nagata, this fun melody features 20 uniquely charming vehicles making their appearances one after another.

Its up-tempo, rhythmic style layered with light, friendly vocals makes it an irresistibly catchy track that will have you swaying along.

The broadcast began in November 2024, and the song is also included in the songbook “Takaromono” as of April 2025.

It’s a piece that children who love vehicles will adore—and parents can enjoy together with them.

Open your imaginations with your child and take flight into the world of all kinds of vehicles!

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Disney exercises

<Kindergarten Dance/Nursery Dance> Disney Exercises | Easy-to-follow choreography danced by an active kindergarten PE teacher! You can use it as-is and dance along while watching! (Kindergarten/Nursery)

Disney exercises

Disney and Mickey are hugely popular with children.

This dance is set to Disney music like the Mickey Mouse March, and because familiar songs appear one after another, kids are sure to have a great time.

It’s also perfect as a warm-up.

The choreography doesn’t change rapidly; you repeat the same movement several times before moving on to the next, making it easy to learn and easy to recover even if you make a mistake.

Plus, the moves match the feel of the songs, so it’s easy to get into the rhythm.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Yo-kai Watch: Yokai Exercise No. 1

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.

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[Nursery School] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dances (151–160)

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

[Lilac] Mrs. GREEN APPLE 'Flag & Easy Dance' — A simple arrangement dance you can perform at sports festivals and recitals!

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

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GREEN APPLE’s new anime tie-in song is a refreshing pop-rock track that sings of the radiance and bittersweetness of youth.

Chosen as the opening theme for a TV anime, its lively melody and profound lyrics have captured the hearts of many listeners.

About ten years since the band’s formation, this song showcases their musical growth.

If you’re dancing with kids, we recommend moving energetically to the bright rhythm.

It’s a wonderful song that everyone can enjoy singing together, letting you feel the joy of youth!

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APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars

[Let's all dance ★ Easy choreography] APT. | ROSÉ & Bruno Mars | DANCE | Easy dance, elementary school, junior high school, high school

APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars

A fusion of K-pop and American pop! The collaboration song by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars is a unique work born in Korea.

With its catchy melody and addictive rhythm, even kids might find themselves swaying along.

Released in October 2024, the track became a massive hit on charts worldwide.

It’s perfect for a fun dance time.

Highly recommended when you want to get into a party mood or hype things up with everyone.

It also sounds fun to get creative with costumes and dance together with the kids!

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Hey MickeySweet California

Sweet California – Hey Mickey (Videoclip Oficial)

Hey MickeySweet California

A pop tune by Sweet California that candidly voices a woman’s feelings in love over an uptempo, bright melody.

It portrays both the strength of her feelings for the person she likes and the frustration of that person’s ambiguous attitude, beautifully expressing the joys and pains of romance.

Released in 2014 as a track on the album “Break of Day,” this work is a cover of the song that American singer Toni Basil turned into a massive hit in 1982.

Its energetic rhythm and contemporary arrangement blend perfectly, making it a popular song frequently used at sporting events and on television.

It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for cheer dance and party scenes.

With a rhythm ideal for captivating performances and universally relatable lyrics, this track is an uplifting choice for high-energy moments.

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WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners

“Number One Squadron Go-Ouger” Non-Credit Opening Video [Official]

WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners

The opening theme for the Super Sentai series’ 50th-anniversary work is a captivating song that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

Its sound blends punk rock with pop elements, and the distinctive interplay of male and female vocals leaves a strong impression.

The clapping rhythm, inspired by the transformation scenes in the show, is designed so kids can join in and have fun.

With a positive message about staying true to yourself and reaching for your dreams together with friends, it’s sure to lift children’s spirits.

Wienners’ unique sound offers kids a fresh musical experience.

As a theme song for a children’s show that airs every Sunday morning, it’s a wonderful track that parents and kids can enjoy together.

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