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[Childcare] Recommended for sports day performances and dances! A collection of classic and popular songs

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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 as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
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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.

Sports Day, the once-a-year event that’s also a special occasion to feel the children’s growth!

It’s an important event for parents and teachers too.

Here, we’ve gathered a variety of recommended songs to make the games and dances even more exciting.

From classic favorites to theme songs from anime kids love, and even tracks that adults can enjoy together—we’ve got a wide range of genres.

Use the videos as a reference and come up with choreography that perfectly matches the kids’ personalities!

Find the best song to light up Sports Day, and let both children and adults have fun!

[Childcare] Recommended for sports day performances and dances! Classic and popular song collection (71–80)

StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – StaRt

StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “StaRt,” with its catchy melody, is a song that people of all ages can enjoy.

Since it’s energetic right from the intro, let’s incorporate strong, simple movements into the expression.

The uplifting melody should help create a greater sense of unity in the venue.

For the up-tempo parts, focus while moving your arms and legs, and express it with a smile.

Wearing matching outfits for the performance will enhance the sense of togetherness and make it a wonderful sports day.

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Senbonzakura

Senbonzakura - Tried Dancing [Kids Dance Channel] Elementary School, Kindergarten, Easy Dance

Senbonzakura

Senbonzakura is a song written, composed, and arranged by Kurousa-P.

It has been covered by many artists and remains hugely popular in “tried singing” and “tried playing” videos.

It’s a big hit with children—why not dance to it cheerfully and energetically? In keeping with the title “Senbonzakura,” you could use cherry blossom branches, and since it has a traditional Japanese flavor, it would also look great with Japanese-style costumes.

If your team incorporates movements like Yosakoi, it could become a wonderful performance for a school sports day and a great memory with friends.

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Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

Tried dancing to “Saikō Tōtatsuten”! [Dance] [3-year-olds] [4-year-olds] [5-year-olds]

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

As a dance track that delivers courage and energy, a song by SEKAI NO OWARI was released in September 2023.

With powerful vocals and a pop melody, it expresses the importance of taking on challenges toward dreams and goals.

Conveying the brilliance of moving forward without stopping in life, the song was also chosen as a theme song for the anime ONE PIECE, adding color to the characters’ adventures.

The track is included on the album Nautilus and was performed at the FNS Music Festival in December 2023.

If everyone dances to it at a school sports day, it’s sure to inspire a positive mindset in children.

The soaring chorus and driving rhythm will create fun memories alongside their smiles!

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[Childcare] Recommended for sports day performances and dances! Classic and popular song collection (81–90)

Living in ColorDizunī

Living in Color: Easy Dance You Can Do From Age 5

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.

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dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

2023 Parachute Balloon ♪ Dance Hall

dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

With music overflowing with smiles, the entire venue comes together in excitement.

Its positive message and heartwarming melody are sure to bring out joyful expressions in children.

Used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi 8” since May 2022 and included on the mini-album “Unity” released that July, this track by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is a pop tune full of vitality.

The music video features captivating dance as well, with the power to lift listeners’ spirits.

Since parachute dancing is a lively and fun performance, it pairs perfectly with this song, which highlights the cuteness of the routine.

It’s actually used for popular events at school sports days, and its distinctive sound and bright atmosphere help bring out the fun in children’s performances.

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Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai

Yakushiji Kindergarten: 2024 Infant Department Sports Day – Parent-Child Dance for the 3-Year-Old Class “Arara’s Magic”

Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai

Here’s a lively, catchy song that kids can sing and dance to with joy! Released in 2004, this piece was used as the ending theme for the anime Chibi Maruko-chan until 2012 and has continued to be loved by children.

Performed by Chibi Maruko-chan with Bakuchu Mondai, it features bright, cheerful vocals and lyrics that feel like a mysterious spell.

Composed by Mayo Okamoto with lyrics by Momoko Sakura, the song weaves everyday moments and feelings into warm, heartfelt words.

It’s an ideal dance track for creating a fun atmosphere at sports festivals, encouraging kids to move energetically and express themselves.

It’s also great for childcare settings, where everyone can enjoy coming up with choreography together.

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[Game] Doraemon

Tried dancing Doraemon! [Playtime] [Dance] [Kirari Nursery School]

[Game] Doraemon

How about having the kids dance to a song from Doraemon, which they love? “Doraemon” by Gen Hoshino—used as the theme song for the film Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Treasure Island and as the opening theme for the Doraemon TV anime—is perfect.

Since it’s a song many children already know, they’ll pick it up quickly and enjoy dancing to it.

It’s also a great idea to have them wear costumes inspired by Doraemon and the various other characters from the anime.

There are plenty of dance videos on video platforms with simple, easy-to-follow choreography for young children, so be sure to use those as references!

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