[Childcare] Recommended for little kids! A fun round song that makes you want to sing!

Donguri KorokoroSakushi: Aoki Sonoyoshi / Sakkyoku: Yanada Tadashi

[Round] Donguri Korokoro

This song, which charmingly depicts an acorn rolling and tumbling along, is full of appeal that instantly captures children’s hearts.

After falling into a pond to play, the acorn starts to long for the mountains again—feelings that perfectly mirror children’s own pure emotions.

Born in the Taisho era, the song was included in elementary school textbooks in 1947 and has since been passed down through generations of children.

It’s an ideal piece to sing together in a circle while enjoying the autumn scenery.

Singing it with children and imagining the acorn’s feelings might be delightful, too.

rice paddleSakushi: Komiyaji Satoshi / Sakkyoku: Doitsu Kyoku

Round song “Oshamoji”

Beloved as a round (canon) themed around the rice paddle, this song charms listeners with its fun, warm atmosphere.

Through everyday utensils in its lyrics, it conveys the warmth of home and carries a message that resonates with children.

Sung as a round, the overlapping voices create a beautiful harmony.

It is also used in educational settings and is popular as a song that lets children experience the joy of music.

Singing it together with children creates a wonderful time filled with smiles.

When everyone raises their voices together, it’s sure to warm the heart.

Frog ChorusSakushi: Okamoto Toshiaki / Sakkyoku: Doitsu kyoku

Frog Song (Frog Chorus) / Children’s Song, Kids’ Song, With Mother (Okaasan to Issho) NHK Popular Song / [Play with Pig Sounds] / Japanese Children’s Song - Kaeru no Gassho

Speaking of rounds, “Frog Chorus”! Surely everyone has tried singing it as a round at least once, right? It only has a first verse, and the lyrics are very simple, so you won’t spend time memorizing them and can start enjoying the round right away—that’s one of this song’s charms.

Plus, you can come in every two measures from anywhere, which makes it easy to catch the timing.

It’s truly the perfect song for your first round! Encourage the entry with a big, “Ready, go!”

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Algorithm Gymnasticsitsumo koko kara

The round of "Algorithm March" went on infinitely and turned into something outrageous.

Characterized by cute movements and rhythmic music, this song is perfect for nurturing children’s motor skills and sense of cooperation.

The symmetrical actions performed in pairs fit together like pieces of a puzzle, making it enjoyable to watch as well.

Released in June 2003, the song has remained beloved for many years as a popular segment on the NHK educational program “PythagoraSwitch.” It’s recommended when you want to move your body while singing with children or when you want to convey the fun of working together with friends.

The Bear of the Forestdōyō

Children’s song: “The Bear in the Forest” – nursery rhyme, round, kids’ song

The lyrics for the first half, from verses 1 to 5, are all from “Forest Bear” (Mori no Kuma-san), which you can sing by echoing like a yodel! Even if you haven’t completely memorized the lyrics, encouraging children with “Try singing after the teacher!” lets them naturally memorize the words as they sing.

Plus, since it has a solid story from beginning to end, it’s fun to learn as a narrative—another great point of this song.

It might be good to have them practice singing in rounds while expanding their imagination by showing a picture book or a paper-theater (kamishibai).

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Come, fireflywarabe uta

Children’s song “Hotaru Koi” round

The children’s song “Hotaru Koi,” with its memorable calls that evoke the gentle glow of fireflies, allows entrances at any timing—one beat late, half a measure late, a full measure late, and so on—so you can enjoy the many ways the lyrics overlap.

However, the tricky part of this round is that when the “ho, ho” calls overlap, it’s easy to lose track of your own timing.

Start by entering at a point where the calls don’t overlap, and as you get used to it, gradually bring your entrance closer.

With a bit of creativity, have fun challenging yourself with the round.

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A quiet lakesidedōyō

Round (Canon) Quiet Lakeside [Children’s Song] [Auf der Mauer, auf der Lauer] [Itsy Bitsy Spider]

You can have fun singing “From the Shadows of the Forest by the Quiet Lakeside” with its cheerful rhythm.

Even though the lyrics differ, many children may recognize the melody because it’s been used in various commercials.

Originally a foreign song, the lyrics now sung in Japan were apparently thought up by lyricist Takihiko Yamakita at a campsite.

Let’s all try a round (canon), enjoying how the cuckoo’s call in the first verse and the owl’s call in the second verse overlap, and how the ending staggers so that the voices linger.

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