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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.
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 (171–180)

mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Mixed Nuts [Official Video]

mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism

As the theme song of the hugely popular anime SPY×FAMILY, this track is also a big hit with kids.

Its exhilarating, fast-paced sound and breezy, poppy melody pump up the energy and leave not only children but also adults with a cool impression.

If you add easy-to-understand moves—like gestures that evoke peanuts to match the lyrics, or motions for “bye-bye” and “searching”—it becomes even more fun to dance.

The key is to keep a steady, slightly relaxed rhythm so you don’t get swept away by the high tempo.

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Brother BeatSnow Man

Snow Man “Brother Beat” Music Video

Brother BeatSnow Man

For those looking for a song with a comical vibe, Brother Beat is highly recommended.

It’s a track performed by the idol group Snow Man as the theme song for the film Mr.

Osomatsu.

In the movie, each member plays a character, and the lyrics feature playful back-and-forths between those characters.

But it’s not just that—the theme of brotherly bonds is also a key point.

The choreography matches the song’s upbeat mood with lots of humorous moves.

In particular, the part with the iconic “Sheh! pose” from the series is easy to imitate and is sure to get everyone excited.

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Run!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Momoiro Clover Z [MV] Hashire! - PLAY ACTIVE! 2022 ver. -

Run!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto

The idol group Momoiro Clover Z.

One of their releases, also known as an insert song in the film Moteki, is Hashire! As the title suggests, it’s a fast-paced track brimming with a sense of exhilaration, with the bubbly feelings and happiness of being in love sung over an up-tempo sound.

It’s a very lively song, so I think it’s perfect for everyone to dance to and get hyped.

It also sounds fun to incorporate running motions into the choreography to match the title and lyrics!

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I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.

I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

This song by Sambomaster, whose true essence lies in its explosive, power-packed drive, is also a popular number at school sports festivals.

True to its title, “Dekikkonai wo Yaranakucha” (“We’ve Gotta Do What Seems Impossible”), it’s a song that encourages and cheers on those who are giving it their all.

Its energetic sound makes you want to take off running, and it feels like it gives you the strength to go the distance.

With its crisp duple meter, kids will naturally start moving their bodies—no doubt about it.

Dancing with colorful gloves or pom-poms makes it even more dazzling!

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Nyan-Para☆DanceMiyahara Hitomi

"Nyan Para☆Dance" Choreography (for Middle Preschoolers) [Kindergarten/Nursery/Certified Childcare Center/Sports Day/Recital]

Nyan-Para☆DanceMiyahara Hitomi

Watching little children dance with cat poses and cat-themed choreography is just so adorable.

Let me introduce a cute kitty dance, “Nyan-Para☆Dance,” that will bring smiles to all the parents when everyone performs it at the sports day.

As the title suggests, it’s a dance that includes para-para elements in parts like the chorus.

If you adapt the choreography for kids, everyone can enjoy dancing together! It’s also super cute to add cat ears or tails to match the kitty dance.

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[Childcare] Recommended for sports day performances and dances! Collection of classic and popular songs (181–190)

Mela!Ryokushokushakai

[For Sports Days and School Performances] Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Mela!” Simple Dance Choreography & Flags for Preschool and Elementary School Children

Mela!Ryokushokushakai

‘Mela!’ is a song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai included on their 2020 album ‘SINGALONG.’ Its uptempo, fast-paced sound makes small, easy-to-handle flags a great choice.

It’s fun to dance with two flags—one in each hand—using a variety of moves like jumps and steps.

The perfectly synchronized performance unique to group routines is truly powerful, and it will surely move the parents watching as well.

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Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA

[Sports Day Dance] [Full Song Version] Demon Slayer - Gurenge | Easy Choreography (Kindergarten, Nursery, Elementary School, Recital)

Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA

The anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has become such a hit that its popularity and influence are now a social phenomenon.

The opening theme song Gurenge, sung by LiSA, also continues to be widely loved over time.

Why not try dancing to Gurenge, a hit song everyone has heard somewhere? With choreography arranged to be easy to dance—even small children can give it a try—you can perform it at sports days or school recitals.

You can go for moves that look cool, like the protagonist’s techniques, or energize the sports day with a lively dance that uses your whole body.

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In conclusion

We introduced some recommended songs for performances at sports day.

There were lots of upbeat, energetic tracks with great tempo.

If the kids dance with props like pom-poms or flags and wear costumes, it will lift their spirits even more! Adding chants and clapping makes it even more fun, too.

Find songs that match your class’s vibe and have everyone dance together.