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

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 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.
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.

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! Collection of classic and popular songs (91–100)

Aloha e komo maiAramaki Yoko, Yamadera Koichi

[Aloha, E Komo Mai] Lilo & Stitch “Easy Dance & Wrist Pom-Poms” A dance kids can do at sports day or at home! Toddler-friendly dance!

Aloha e komo maiAramaki Yoko, Yamadera Koichi

Why not get your whole body moving and dance energetically to the upbeat number “Aloha ʻOe Komo Mai” from Disney’s animated film Lilo & Stitch? This tropical tune pairs perfectly with big, relaxed dance movements.

It’s also fun to add wave-like motions reminiscent of hula dancing for a Hawaiian touch.

For little kids, wearing wrist pom-poms or colorful grass skirts could be adorable.

It’s perfect for sports days and school performances, too.

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Make you happyNiziU

NiziU 『Make you happy』 M/V

Make you happyNiziU

Make you happy, sung by NiziU, is a lively song themed around smiles.

It straightforwardly expresses the desire to see the smiles of loved ones, and just listening to it warms your heart.

Released in June 2020, it became a huge hit, topping the Oricon charts.

With dance videos trending on TikTok, it’s also very popular among children.

Its bright and positive vibe makes it perfect for sports day dances—let’s all dance with energy and fill the venue with smiles!

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nectarineterebi senshi

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This song was created as the theme for NHK Educational TV’s popular program “Tensai TV-kun.” It vividly expresses the mindset of valuing children’s senses and intuition, set to a bright, pop melody.

With warm vocals by Macaroni Enpitsu and fun choreography by yurinasia, the piece achieves a wonderful harmony.

It’s also included on the album “Otona no Namida,” and is performed on the show alongside the energetic dance routines of the TV Warriors.

As a song you can dance to freely with kids, it’s perfect for music time at nursery schools and kindergartens, or for dance segments at sports days.

Carrying a message about cherishing one’s individuality, it’s also recommended as a theme song for various events.

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Pineapple ExerciseSakushi: Uranaka Kōichi / Sakkyoku: Ozawa Kazuto

Let's dance together to the 'Pineapple Exercise'—a simple routine even kindergarten and nursery school children can do! (Kindergarten/Nursery School) #childcare #dance #kindergarten #nurseryschool #exercise #sportsday #recital #performance

Pineapple ExerciseSakushi: Uranaka Kōichi / Sakkyoku: Ozawa Kazuto

A gymnastics song that kids and adults can enjoy is here! Created by Koichi Uranaka and Kazuto Ozawa, this track’s energetic melody and fun lyrics will fill everyone with excitement.

The fruit-themed choreography is easy to learn and easy to move to, making it perfect for sports days and preschool events.

It’s also included on the album “Mainichi no Kodomo Taiso Best!” so you can enjoy it anytime.

How about putting on pineapple costumes and dancing together for fun?

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Hyokkori Hyoutan-jimaMaekawa Yōko

Hyokkori Hyoutan Island: Song ♪ Dance ♪ With Choreography ♪

Hyokkori Hyoutan-jimaMaekawa Yōko

Singer Yoko Maekawa, counted among the “Four Heavenly Kings of Anison” for her many anime theme songs and known as having sung nearly a thousand commercial jingles, made her debut with Hyokkori Hyotan-jima, performed together with the Hibari Children’s Chorus.

As the title suggests, it was used as the theme song for the puppet show Hyokkori Hyotan-jima.

Its repeating phrases and lyrics that lend themselves easily to choreography make it perfect for children’s play and dance.

Covered by a variety of musicians, it’s a number that continues to be loved across generations.

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Color Explorersicchī・naru

Color Color Explorers! Bonbon Academy “Easy Dance” – A simple arrangement dance you can perform at recitals and sports days!

Color Explorersicchī・naru

This song is themed around a fun adventure that sparks children’s curiosity.

Becoming an exploration team that discovers all kinds of colors, they journey through a colorful world with the red sun, orange fruit, yellow sunflowers, and more.

With a bright, pop melody and energetic lyrics, it paints dreams and hope in children’s hearts.

Released in July 2022, the track is hugely popular on BonBon Academy’s YouTube channel.

It’s recommended as a song everyone can enjoy dancing to at sports days and school events.

Put on colorful costumes and leap into an adventurous world together with the kids!

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Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando

[Let's All Dance♪] Baymax's 'Happy Song' Easy Dance Choreography

Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando

The dance track from Tokyo Disneyland, overflowing with smiles and energy, is perfect for enjoying with your kids.

Featuring a bright, positive message and a lively rhythm, it’s irresistibly catchy—just listening will make your body start moving.

Released in September 2020 alongside the opening of the attraction “The Happy Ride with Baymax,” this energetic song incorporates the world of the Disney film Big Hero 6.

Created to match the attraction’s theme, it’s also included on the album “Tokyo Disney Resort 35th ‘Happiest Celebration!’ Grand Finale Music Album.” With its catchy melody and up-tempo beat, it’s fun for children who love dancing and even those who aren’t confident dancers will feel like joining in.

It’s a great track for the whole family to dance to together, making it perfect for sports days and family events!

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