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)
Super Energetic ExerciseSatō Hiromichi
A workout created by Hiromichi Sato—beloved as the 10th “Exercise Big Brother” on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho—in which he handled the lyrics, vocals, and choreography.
With his familiar voice and a routine that moves the whole body, it offers outstanding reliability.
It features lots of animals like sparrows, monkeys, and lions, making it easy for young children to enjoy and participate.
Clear, intuitive actions are a key point—look down to see the ants, look up to see the UFO—making it a routine that truly energizes and invigorates.
Kids will love it! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms (261–270)
Otoppe Ondo
This is a song from NHK Educational TV’s children’s program Otoppe.
The singer is enka artist Yoshimi Tendo.
It’s a perfect tune for bon odori, a festival staple, and in the music video the Otoppe characters dance joyfully.
In 2020, many regions had to cancel their festivals due to COVID-19.
It was disappointing for the kids who wanted to dance alongside the adults this year, too.
To lift those spirits, put on this song, dance along, and enjoy a festive mood!
La La La ExercisegaagaaS
Have you heard of the popular song “La La La Taiso,” beloved and widely used at kindergartens and similar facilities? It’s great for morning wake-up exercises, and of course, lots of children have danced to it energetically at sports days and recitals.
The song is simple, so after listening and dancing to it a few times, you’ll have it memorized in no time.
The lyrics are paired with the movements to lead the actions, so if you practice just as the song goes, you’ll be able to dance it perfectly.
Master this happy, high-energy number and liven up your sports day!
Dreams in Secret (Y&Co. Remix)
A recommended dance song for girls who dream of being princesses: “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes (Y&Co.
Remix).” It’s a track from the movie Cinderella and is popular with both children and adults.
This dance has official choreography.
It’s simple yet very graceful and beautiful, with a bright feel.
Many girls have probably wished to dance in a dress or cute outfit at least once, right? This version has a really exciting sound, making it perfect for school plays and recitals.
Pikachu Ondo ~Example Video~
A bon dance featuring Pikachu, a popular character from the television anime Pokémon, beloved across generations from children to adults.
The choreography weaves in the character’s signature traits, making it easy for kids to learn.
And because bon dances don’t involve fast movements or complex steps like typical dances, adults can join in as well.
It’s a dance recommended for younger children too, letting you feel the summer while enjoying your favorite character.
In conclusion
Music and dance that kids can enjoy together are perfect for creating smile-filled memories.
We introduced songs recommended for sports days and recitals.
Lyrics that speak to children’s hearts and choreography with a strong sense of rhythm naturally bring smiles to everyone’s faces.
We hope that, through music and dance, children’s rich expressive abilities and creativity will be nurtured.