[Childcare] Let's Dance at the Sports Day! A Collection of Perfect Dance Songs for Preschoolers (Younger Class)
An annual sports day that little ones look forward to! Here, we’ll introduce fun dance songs to liven up the event.
For younger children, energetic and cheerful songs are recommended so they can enjoy dancing with friends and moving their bodies.
From nostalgic tunes to brand-new tracks, there’s a wide variety of dance music available.
Choose songs that match the children and the atmosphere of your class, and put on a delightful dance performance! Let’s all work together to create an exciting sports day!
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[Childcare] Let’s Dance at the Sports Day! A Perfect Dance Song Collection for Preschoolers (61–70)
Odoru Pompoko RinMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
The song Odoru Pompokolin by B.B.
Queens was used as the first ending theme for the TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan.
Its rhythm and sound make you want to dance, and the catchy lyrics are beloved by children.
The chorus in particular is easy to remember, so kids will likely sing it out loud.
It’s a great pick for a dance routine and also perfect as BGM during events.
Many artists, such as Momoiro Clover Z and Golden Bomber, have covered it, so try finding the version you like best!
Nyan-Para☆DanceMiyahara Hitomi
Watching little children dance while striking cat poses and imitating cats is absolutely adorable.
If everyone performs it together at the sports day, the cute kitty dance “Nyan-Para☆Dance” will fill parents’ faces with smiles.
As the title suggests, it incorporates para-para dance elements, especially in the chorus.
By adjusting the choreography for younger children, everyone can enjoy dancing together.
It’s also cute to dance with cat-themed accessories like ears and tails to capture the feline vibe.
Pumpkin Cha-chaHautokun & Fuwari Oneesan
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!
Haro Hallowin Win is about to start!Mori Asami
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.
The Ghost Picture Book SongMizuki Nana
The theme song for the children’s anime Obake Zukan, sung by Nana Mizuki, is perfect for a Halloween dance.
Masayoshi Oishi wrote and composed the song, crafting a rhythmic and easy-to-remember melody.
It was released digitally in April 2020, and a dance video choreographed by popular YouTubers Icchi & Naru was also published.
The work expresses a whimsical and cute world of ghosts, offering a fun vibe that dispels scary images.
Mizuki herself commented that she aimed to create a “song you can sing and dance to together,” emphasizing a participatory sense of fun in its structure.
Dance along with kids dressed as ghosts and pumpkins, and your Halloween party will be even more exciting!
Watch out for hornets!
Let me introduce “Watch Out for the Hornet!”, a dance where you become a hornet.
While waiting for the music to start, strike a pre-flight hornet pose.
The key is to keep your fingertips straight as you wait.
Once the music begins, the hornet can freely fly around the room.
It might be more exciting if you decide on some call-and-response shouts to use during the dance.
Hornets are dangerous if you approach or touch them.
Through the song and dance, it could also be a chance to learn about dangers close to home.
Children all over the world
Why not dance energetically to the song “Sekai-jū no Kodomo-tachi ga,” whose lyrics wishing happiness for children around the world are truly moving? You can have fun with simple choreography—march in place while swinging both arms, or hold hands with your friends.
Choreography using sign language is also popular, so this is a great chance to try a sign-language dance.
If you slow the tempo a little, it also works well for a chorus.
Please feel free to use it for a variety of recreational activities.
