[Nursery School] Recommended Songs for Sports Day Dance

PopopopoposeGReeeeN

Popopo Pose / GReeeeN [Sports Day, Recital Dance] Easy Dance Choreography

“Popopopopose,” a song GReeeeN wrote specifically for NHK’s educational program Inai Inai Baa!.

It’s an energetic, powerful track that just overflows with pep, and there’s even a video of popular E-Tele characters like Wanwan, U-tan, and Yuki-chan dancing to it, which makes it easy to picture.

The choreography is based on rock-paper-scissors (gu-choki-pa), letting kids move their hands and feet all the way to the tips.

Songs by GReeeeN are easy for adults to get into as well, and the fact that kids can think up their favorite poses and dance along is a delightful plus for them!

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HELLO! HALO!GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE

[I Tried Dancing] HELLO! HALO! [WK DANCE] Kibōgaoka School · Special Project for Studio Relocation

Sports day is a special, spotlight moment for the kids.

The perfect song to dance to under clear, sunny skies is “HELLO! HALO!” It’s included on “Up & Down,” released in 2021 by the music group GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE.

It was also chosen as the theme song for NHK’s E Dance Academy.

The track features a tropical sound that evokes the seaside and sandy beaches.

Be sure to check out the show’s official choreography, which kids can dance to with plenty of energy.

Teachers, learn the moves together and make sports day even more exciting!

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Halloween! Halloween!Machico

[Official Pokémon] Halloween! Halloween! ~Dance Version~ - Pokémon Kids TV [Children's Song]

Hailing from Hiroshima, Machico is a voice actress and singer whose songs feature a bright, energetic voice that shines across J-pop and anime music.

Her Halloween-themed track is full of festive vibes, perfect for kids in costume to dance to with excitement.

In November 2019, she also released the album Machibito Sagashi, delivering songs with a variety of themes.

It’s an ideal pick for Halloween parties at kindergartens and nursery schools—when children move their bodies as ghosts, pumpkins, or witches, the whole venue is sure to be filled with smiles.

The sight of kids dancing in costume will become an unforgettable memory for teachers and parents as well.

Pokémon Halloween Mystery PartyMachico

[Official Pokémon] Pokémon Halloween Mysterious Party ~Dance Tutorial~ — Pokémon Kids TV [Children’s Song]

This Halloween song, released in September 2022 on the official Pokémon YouTube channel “Pokémon Kids TV,” is a fun track to enjoy with popular characters that kids love.

Voice actor and artist Machico sings it brightly and energetically, enhancing the festive Halloween party vibe.

The lyrics include a story about “the Halloween candy suddenly disappearing,” adding a touch of mystery that will spark children’s imaginations.

With its rhythmic, cheerful melody, it’s sure to get kids dressed as ghosts and pumpkins moving naturally.

A dance video is also available, making it easy to practice—perfect for Halloween events at nurseries and kindergartens.

Pumpkin Cha-chaHautokun & Fuwari Oneesan

[Halloween Dance You Can Do From Age 2] Pumpkin Cha-Cha [Kindergarten, Nursery School, Sports Day, Recital, Kids Dance]

A fun, pumpkin-themed dance song that’s perfect for the Halloween season! Created by Hautokun and Fuwari Onee-san, this piece is structured so it can be used directly in early childhood settings, with choreography overseen by a dancer certified as a kindergarten teacher and nursery teacher.

With a lively tempo and simple melody, it features lots of repeated movements and clever touches that naturally make kids want to move.

Children can enjoy dancing as if they were pumpkins, making it a popular choice for Halloween parties and recitals.

The Kids Dance Channel has a video with choreography, so teachers can easily preview and incorporate it.

Dance together with costumed kids to boost the Halloween atmosphere even more!

Obake bake bake gaccha!Keroponzu

Ghosts, Beke-beke, Bakegatcha! / Starring: Keropons & Ryuzo Fukuda

If you want to get kids excited at a Halloween event, this song—where you can dance along with friendly ghosts—is highly recommended.

It was produced in October 2022 as a song provided to BMK and was selected as the theme song for the TV anime “Obake Zukan!” within TV Tokyo’s “Oha Suta.” Furthermore, in February 2023, a version sung by Keropons themselves was released, and in the music video—choreographed under the supervision of Ryuzo Fukuda—you can see everyone joyfully dancing with the ghosts.

Its upbeat, danceable rhythm and the thrilling world where ghosts appear are part of its charm, and it’s packed with easy-to-learn moves kids will want to copy.

Dance together with children dressed as ghosts or pumpkins at a Halloween party, and you’re sure to have a time full of smiles.

Haro Hallowin Win is about to start!Mori Asami

Asami Mori flies through the sky on a broom!? Dance to “Halo Halloween Win Begins!” and liven up the party! [From CDBOOK “Halloween SONGS”]

It’s the perfect song to kick off a Halloween party.

It starts with eerie sound effects but quickly shifts into a bright, bouncy rhythm—that contrast is part of its appeal.

The lyrics feature classic Halloween characters like ghosts, pumpkins, and witches, creating a world that excites children.

Choreography is by Asami Mori, whose expertise in gymnastics shines through in the ease of movement.

Released in September 2020 on the album “Halloween SONGS,” with lyrics by Shinpei Kaneko and music by Toshihiko Shinzawa.

Its roughly two-minute length also makes it easy to enjoy with full attention.

Dance with kids in costume, and the excitement on Halloween day will surely reach its peak.