Nursery rhymes I want to sing in July: fun summer songs
July, the beginning of summer, is hot but such a fun season, isn’t it?
How about singing joyfully in the hot summer to blow the heat away?
To prevent kids from getting heatstroke, spending time indoors singing fun songs is also recommended!
Here, we’ve gathered classic children’s songs and ones often sung at nurseries and kindergartens.
There are songs you can enjoy with hand play, too.
There are lots of songs children love, so sing and play together and feel the summer!
You can have a great time at home as well.
Use this as a guide so both kids and adults can have fun together!
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Nursery rhymes to sing in July: Fun summer songs (41–50)
We are children of the sea.
When it comes to summer children’s songs often sung in nursery schools and kindergartens, “Ware wa Umi no Ko” (I Am a Child of the Sea) is a classic.
It’s a refreshing piece that helps soften the intense heat of July when temperatures soar.
Although it was composed as a song about a child born by the sea, today it’s known for evoking a wide range of images.
The lyrics that conjure a breezy summer ocean and the melody—both powerful and pop—leave a strong impression.
It’s a song that can channel the overflowing energy of children spending time indoors into singing.
Teachers, please enhance the children’s voices with piano accompaniment and the like.
The stars are humming with joySakushi: Murata Sachiko / Sakkyoku: Fujiie Koji
Let me introduce a delightful song that’s a joy to sing: “Hoshi ga Runran.” When you think of Tanabata, many of you probably picture stars and the Milky Way, right? This charming song features stars, and its comfortable rhythm and tempo make it easy to sing! The lyrics are fantastical, opening up a dreamlike world—that’s the highlight.
With a beat that makes you want to dance, children can enjoy singing along, too.
It has a wonderful atmosphere that kids are sure to love, so give it a try!
I found the first starMonbushō shōka
Let me introduce the Ministry of Education song “Ichibanboshi Mitsuketa” (“I Found the First Star”).
The Ministry of Education songs are a collective term for songs that were taught in Japan’s national schools, which correspond to today’s elementary schools.
How about singing the beloved classic “Ichibanboshi Mitsuketa”? Its simple melody and lyrics make it easy to sing and remember.
It’s a great choice to include in Tanabata gatherings or events as part of games and performances.
It also seems perfect for interactive play with children.
aye-aye
Ai Ai is a song that’s been sung for over 50 years—you’ve probably sung it at least once.
While singing, you make gestures like a monkey pose, showing that it has a long tail and big round eyes.
We sing it casually, but “Ai Ai” doesn’t refer to the common Japanese macaque we often see; it’s actually a different species called the aye-aye! It’s a member of the primate family, but it lives in Madagascar and is known for being a bit small with an unusually long middle finger.
Sea MarchKeroponzu Puppeezu
This is a lively, march-style play song where you energetically parade with sea creatures.
It’s included on the album “Hello! Asobi-uta,” created by Keropons and Puppies, a unit born from the early childhood education field.
The choreography—twirling around while imitating sea animals, as if adventuring under the sea—is super cute! It’s perfect not only for sports festivals and school performances, but also for getting active at home.
Dancing together as a parent and child is sure to bring out children’s sparkling smiles.
Kaikaizokuzoku Pirate SongBonbon Akademī × Yokoyama Daisuke
This is a collaborative song by BonBon Academy and Daisuke Yokoyama that makes you want to set off on an adventure as a spirited pirate.
It tells the charming story of a lovable pirate who aims for Treasure Island without giving in to big waves, yet shows a slightly timid side.
The piece is included on Daisuke Yokoyama’s album “Egao ni Dokkyuun!” released in April 2024.
Sing and dance while playing pirate, and your home, daycare, or kindergarten will quickly turn into a ship setting out to find Treasure Island!
soap bubble
The famous Japanese children’s song “Shabondama” was actually released in the Taisho era and has been loved since long ago.
Soap-bubble play, which children adore, is a classic outdoor activity.
Seeing how far they can fly and how big they can make them—this delightful scene comes to mind, making it a truly wonderful song.
