Fun to dance! A roundup of recommended dance songs for young children, perfect for daycare and sports days
Dance activities in daycare and at sports festivals are very important times for children!By moving their bodies to music, they can learn a sense of fun and rhythm.Choosing a special dance for the upcoming sports festival is one of the exciting parts, too.Here, we introduce recommended dance songs for young children that are perfect for daycare and sports festivals.Kids who are tuned into trends will also enjoy dancing to more mature-sounding songs.Choose dances and exercises that match the children’s preferences, and have both kids and adults get excited together!
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Dancing is fun! A roundup of recommended dance songs for preschoolers for daycare and sports day (11–20)
La-la-la! Tropical Carnival!gaagaaS
This upbeat track, inspired by the feel of a tropical resort, features catchy tropical rhythms that kids will love.
The choreography is designed so children can use their whole bodies to dance energetically, bringing out each child’s unique expression.
Released in March 2024 as the second installment of the original exercise program for “Lala-chan,” the main character of Molly Fantasy, the piece has been adopted by over 600 kindergartens and nursery schools nationwide and is used for a variety of events.
It’s a song that adults and children can enjoy dancing to together at occasions like sports days and recitals!
Shiri-shiri dance
This is so cool! I forget it’s a kids’ song and just get totally into it (lol).
This is a cover of Matteo’s hit song “Panama,” famous for the “Shiri-shiri Dance,” performed by Japanese children.
The lyrics have been adapted for kids, of course, so everyone can have fun shaking their hips together.
Kindergarten teachers can enjoy getting hyped up with the children, too.
You are my friend.
The song “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Pixar’s animated film Toy Story, distributed by Disney, has remained beloved by many people even long after the movie’s 1996 release.
Its lyrics, which offer support like a close friend, seem perfect for children who spend their days interacting with friends at preschool.
While there’s no official choreography, simply creating moves that match the lyrics can turn it into a fun dance.
It could be enjoyable to memorize the lyrics and dance while singing, too.
Teachers, please join in and have fun together!
Mirai Kurukuru
The NHK program “Okaasan to Issho” features the song “Miraikurukuru,” a bright and cheerful tune that’s highly recommended as a dance number for kids! Children in the middle to older preschool range who can keep up with the fast rhythm should have a great time dancing to it.
Don’t be shy—go all out and enjoy the guitar-strumming moves in the choreography!
Living in ColorDizunī
The theme song commemorating the 40th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort is a captivating track that delivers a bright, optimistic message.
It expresses the importance of self-expression and bringing out one’s inner sparkle in gentle, easy-to-understand words for children, weaving a heartwarming story together with an approachable pop tune.
Since April 2023, it has also been used in Tokyo Disneyland’s daytime parade, and the lyrics that incorporate the Japanese word “nanairo” (seven colors) to harmonize with the colorful worldview are particularly memorable.
With a rhythm perfect for enjoying dances with children at sports days and recitals, it’s a song that lets everyone share the joy of moving their bodies together, accompanied by a melody full of dreams.
Bling‐Bang‐Bang‐BornCreepy Nuts
“Bling-Bang-Bang-Born,” the opening song of the TV anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles, is popular among children.
The characters’ distinctive dance has spread as the BBBB Dance.
Because the song is uptempo with a rather unique rhythm, prioritize clarity when enjoying the dance with kids.
A good difficulty benchmark is that the teacher can learn the moves and dance comfortably and enjoyably.
It’s also better suited for older preschoolers to help them keep the rhythm.
If you’d like to incorporate trendy songs, give it a try!
Dancing is fun! A roundup of recommended dance songs for preschoolers for daycare and sports festivals (21–30)
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!