Kids will love it! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms
Good news for anyone who wants to enjoy dancing with kids! Here, we’ll introduce dances and music that children will love.
Dance, which nurtures a sense of rhythm and enriches expressive ability, is the perfect musical activity for children’s growth.
Popular dances among kids today include choreography that’s trending on social media and lots of tracks that get everyone excited at sports days and recitals.
There are plenty of classics, too, so adults, be sure to join in, get moving, and have a great time together!
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Kids will go wild! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms (251–260)
Yukinko March
“Yukinko March” was also featured on NHK’s children’s music program “Utatte Odorompa!”, wasn’t it? Junko Uchida, who played Junjun on “Utatte Odoronpa!”, sang this song, and it was well loved by children.
This piece is especially easy for young kids to dance to and remember, so it’s highly recommended for events like recitals and sports days.
The dance is also easy to choreograph, so try creating routines suited to different ages—keeping it simple or making it a bit more challenging.
chantAdo
If you want to nail a cool, stylish performance with the kids, try Ado’s “Show” (“Shō”).
It was just released in September 2023, so it still feels fresh.
Even if the song itself is challenging, you can make it fun to dance by creating choreography that’s easy for kids to pick up.
Since it’s a cool number, it’s a good idea to prepare costumes that match the vibe of the song.
It really stands out on stage, so it’s perfect for recitals.
This track is likely to reveal a new side of the children.
My Neighbor Totoro
The hugely popular Studio Ghibli hit song “My Neighbor Totoro,” loved by everyone, is another recommended track.
Just listening to the music brings back memorable scenes: the first time they meet Totoro, the scene where Mei gets lost, the ride on the Catbus flying through the sky, and more.
Since it’s a slightly slow-tempo march, it should suit many types of dance—cute styles, exercise-style routines, and so on.
Many people have also uploaded original dance videos, so you might find lots of helpful references.
Secret Ramen Exercise
The Chinese-style sound and choreography make “Hiden Ramen Taiso” a delight.
It’s a striking, classic tune that’s popular at preschools and kindergartens nationwide.
With everyone’s favorite ramen as its theme and slow, easy-to-follow movements overall, it’s especially easy for young children to dance to.
Besides the unforgettable main choreography you’ll remember after seeing it once, it also gives a solid workout with twists and back-stretching moves.
And don’t forget to nail the opening and closing poses!
Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko
This song, created by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa, is a bright dance tune themed around the power of children’s innocence and smiles to bring happiness to those around them.
With its light rhythm and memorable melody, it’s an easy-to-sing-and-dance-to track that kids can’t help but hum along to.
Released in 2001, the song has been loved by many for years and is widely used in educational settings and at events.
It’s also great to dance to together with nursery and kindergarten teachers!
Make you happyNiziU
NiziU’s “Make you happy” is a wonderful song that makes children’s smiles shine.
With its rhythmic tempo and fun choreography, it naturally makes kids want to move their bodies.
The lyrics convey a feeling of cherishing “your” smile.
If you dance to it at a sports day or a school performance, the whole venue will be wrapped in a happy mood.
With some creativity in the costumes, you can create an even more festive atmosphere.
It’s the perfect song for making lovely memories that will warm the hearts of parents celebrating their children’s growth.
Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo
Dokimeki Diary is also recommended for times when you want to have fun with kids.
It’s a song by singer-songwriter asmi, created in collaboration with Vocaloid producer Chinozo.
It’s well-loved as the opening theme for the Pokémon anime.
The song has wide support, and there are many choreography videos on YouTube.
Some are simple enough for all ages, while others incorporate comical moves.
