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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!

[Nursery School] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dances (171–180)

Choo Choo TRAINEXILE

Choo Choo Train Easy Ver. [Let’s Dance Together!] #Choreography Video

Choo Choo TRAINEXILE

Choo Choo TRAIN, the signature song by the dance and vocal group ZOO who were active in the 1990s, was featured in numerous commercials, including JR East’s “SKI SKI” campaign.

Many people will recognize the intro dance where you spin your body round and round.

It’s a danceable track with resonant electro synths.

The rhythmic tempo makes it enjoyable even for dance beginners! Let’s dance together in sync to the funky beat! You might discover new expressions in kids as they groove to this high-energy tune.

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Being human is niceSakushi: Yamaguchi Akari/Sakkyoku: Kobayashi Asei

It's Great to Be Human [Japanese Folktales] Children's Song ♪ Singing ♪ With Dance Moves

Being human is niceSakushi: Yamaguchi Akari/Sakkyoku: Kobayashi Asei

“Ningen tte ii na,” the beloved classic chosen as the ending theme for the anime Manga Nihon Mukashibanashi, has been cherished by generations.

The fresh, clear vocals of singer Yoshimi Nakajima and the chorus group Young Fresh resonate beautifully.

Its somewhat nostalgic and poignant melody tugs at the heart.

Pay attention to the lyrics that reflect the pure hearts of children.

With its slow tempo, it’s also recommended for children’s first sports day after entering nursery or kindergarten.

Try dancing to this song that lets you feel children’s growth.

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RainbowKamijiyusuke

[Recital/Children’s Performance Dance] Seven-Colored Rainbow (A dance even 3-year-olds can learn in 5 minutes)

RainbowKamijiyusuke

We’d like to introduce a song that shines at sports festivals! Released by Yusuke Kamiji in 2011, this track is themed around a rainbow and sings of hope and dreams.

It carries a message about the importance of facing forward even in the dark, and its bright, refreshing melody brings out the children’s lively, energetic expressions.

Just as a rainbow is completed by many colors coming together, it expresses the joy of dancing together as one.

The song has been performed at concerts and events, gaining popularity as a number that unites the audience in excitement.

Why not include it in group performances or fun dances for younger classes at your sports day? The children’s vibrant smiles are sure to warm the hearts of their parents.

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Mickey Mouse MarchJimī Dotto

October 2017 Seirenji Sports Day, Infant Class, Chick Group, “Mickey Mouse March”

Mickey Mouse MarchJimī Dotto

Mickey Mouse March, known as the theme song of Mickey Mouse, a character beloved around the world, is a classic tune at Disneyland.

At Tokyo Disney Resort, they present “Jamboree Mickey! Let’s Dance!”, a kids’ dance program inspired by Mickey Mouse March, so why not use it as a reference for choreography? It’s also a great idea to have the children wear Mickey-like ears while they dance!

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Pineapple ExerciseOzawa Kanato

Let's dance together to the 'Pineapple Exercise'—a simple routine even kindergarten and nursery school children can do! (Kindergarten/Nursery School) #childcare #dance #kindergarten #nurseryschool #exercise #sportsday #recital #performance

Pineapple ExerciseOzawa Kanato

Pineapple Exercises is a perfect fit for dancing with its lively Latin beat.

Just imagining the kids dancing their hearts out makes it clear this song is irresistibly cute.

Created by children’s songwriters Kazuto Ozawa and Koichi Uranaka, it was released in 2019.

Try making pineapple costumes and hats out of yellow plastic bags or construction paper and dress the kids up.

The parents who come to watch the sports day will be absolutely smitten.

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[Nursery School] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dance (181–190)

Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko

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

Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko

This song, created by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa, is a bright dance tune themed around the power of children’s innocence and smiles to bring happiness to those around them.

With its light rhythm and memorable melody, it’s an easy-to-sing-and-dance-to track that kids can’t help but hum along to.

Released in 2001, the song has been loved by many for years and is widely used in educational settings and at events.

It’s also great to dance to together with nursery and kindergarten teachers!

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chantAdo

ADO 'singing' USJ Halloween Horror Nights Zombie de Dance – Tried Dancing

chantAdo

Ado’s “Show” is a perfect song for a school sports day dance.

Its blend of exotic beats and EDM sounds makes it an upbeat track that naturally gets kids moving just by listening.

Used at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event, the song has a universal appeal that invites people of all ages to dance together.

The lyrics also carry a message celebrating diversity, making it a great way to convey to children that “everyone is different and that’s okay.” As a hit that topped the streaming charts for a long time, kids are likely to enjoy dancing to it.

Consider including it to help create lasting memories of your sports day.

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