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[Childcare] Let's Dance at the Sports Day! A Collection of Perfect Dance Songs for Preschoolers (Younger Class)

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 for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and for 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I also engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Afterwards, through freelance writing, planning, and editing work at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Leveraging the perspective cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I aim to deliver practical information—focusing on fields related to music and children—that values both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, handcrafts, toys, drawing, traditional play, the outdoors, books, DIY, and crafts. Special skill: 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.

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!

[Preschool] Let's Dance at the Sports Day! Perfect Dance Songs for Junior Kindergarten (51–60)

March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

[Okaasan to Issho] Road March ♪ | Tsukiuta | covered by UtaSta | video by UtaSta | Stops babies from crying | Songs babies enjoy | Nursery rhyme | Children's song | With choreography | Educational anime

March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

A lively march has arrived! We’re excited to introduce the January 2025 Monthly Song from “Okaasan to Issho,” sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Maya Nagata.

Set to brisk brass and drum rhythms, this upbeat piece captures the feeling of looking ahead and moving forward.

Clap along to the rhythmic melody and move your body with a big smile.

It’s also included on the album “NHK Okaasan to Issho Saishin Best Hyurara Bunbun!,” so it can be enjoyed both at home and in childcare settings.

It’s a wonderful song for the start of a new year, letting children and adults share the spirit of walking together toward the future.

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Festival Dokkyun

Sports Day Dance 'Omatsuri Dokkyun' 2023 ver.

Festival Dokkyun

Let us introduce the “Omatsuri Dokkyun” dance, perfect for summer festivals and event season.

While stepping in place, add movements that match the lyrics.

The song is lively and energizing, so we recommend using your whole body with powerful, large motions.

Holding uchiwa fans and adding call-and-response chants will create a sense of unity across the group.

Performing the dance in colorful happi coats will match the music and make the stage even more vibrant.

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Green light from the blue sky

Blue Sky Go Sign [Together with Big Sister] Together with Dad

Green light from the blue sky

Known as a song from “With Daddy,” “Blue-Sky Go Sign” is a lovely track that gives the impression that once you take the leap, there are wonderful days waiting under the blue sky.

The blue sky feels like the start of a fun time, doesn’t it? It’s a song that’s enjoyable just to sing, so how about singing it while keeping rhythm with castanets or a tambourine? It also works great as a dance number—with lively choreography, it’s perfect for events like sports days.

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Hardworking BoogieHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

[Okaasan to Issho October 2023 Song] “Hatarakimono Boogie” Cover

Hardworking BoogieHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

Taking off your pajamas in the morning, checking the weather forecast, jotting down notes so you don’t forget anything… It shares the little hard-working moments of everyday life set to a fun boogie tune.

With a lively, spirited rhythm, it’s a cheerful song that tells kids “working is cool.” Debuting as the Song of the Month in October 2023, “Hatarakimono Boogie” features lyrics by Morihisa Yamamoto and music by Asei Kobayashi.

Listening to this track might even make cleaning and tidying up more fun!

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[Childcare] Let’s Dance at the Sports Day! A Perfect Dance Song Collection for Preschoolers (61–70)

Bean Squadron Bibin-Biin

With Mother: Latest Songbook - The Bean Squadron Bibinbiin

Bean Squadron Bibin-Biin

Especially boys tend to love superhero teams, don’t they? This song, “Omame Sentai Bibinbi~n,” features little beans who fight for love, peace, and, of course, rice.

The choreography includes transformation poses that kids will want to imitate, and the music itself is really cool.

How about becoming part of the Bean Ranger Squad together with the kids and dancing in style? If you prepare sentai-style costumes or bean-themed headgear, it’ll really boost the kids’ excitement.

Let them come up with their own signature poses so they can express their idea of what’s cool!

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Mīchatta Dance

[Official MV] “Otoppe” Ending Theme Song ‘Mīchatta Dance’

Mīchatta Dance

Let me introduce the “Mii-chatta Dance,” a routine that heightens children’s excitement and lets them feel the joy of moving their bodies.

In everyday moments, someone might casually ask, “What are you looking at?” As you repeat “Mii-chatta, mii-chatta,” move along to the lively rhythm.

The moves are cute, simple, and easy to remember, so even very young children can enjoy them.

At the end, there’s a greeting scene where you say, “Kekkō na otemae deshita” and bow—an adorable moment that might make you smile without even realizing it.

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We were born with a bang!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

We were born with a bang! “With Mother in August Monthly Song” / cover: Kono Yubi Toomare☆ Starring: Makkun & Micchi Chorus: Arare

We were born with a bang!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

An intro that starts with the sound of Japanese taiko drums makes a striking impression! Let me introduce “Bon! Tō umareta bokutachi wa.” Many people probably feel like listening to this song in the summer.

Popular on the show as the song for August 2025, it’s characterized by its rhythmic sounds and call-and-response shouts.

The lyrics are easy for kids to remember, making it a standout track.

Move your body to the calls and the music, and it’s guaranteed to get everyone excited! It should be easy to include at summer festivals and events, too.

It’s a song that’s fun to listen to and fun to dance to.

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