Songs of Thanks That Touch the Heart: Ideas to Give to Teachers at the Preschool Graduation Ceremony
You want to express your gratitude to the teachers through song at the graduation ceremony, but you’re not sure which song to choose… Does that sound like you? In that case, we’re introducing graduation songs with warm lyrics and melodies that are perfect for children’s voices.
Each song is full of memories from the days spent with the children and the excitement of the journey ahead.
Both teachers and children are sure to share a truly memorable time.
Please use this as a guide and let your singing carry your feelings of gratitude!
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Songs to Say Thank You That Touch the Heart—Ideas We Want to Give to Teachers at the Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony (21–30)
The feeling of gratitudeSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Hosoda Maiko
“Arigatou no Kimochi” (Feelings of Thanks) is a song that lets children sincerely express their gratitude to the guardians and teachers who have watched over them every day.
The lyrics are by Toshihiko Shinzawa, well-known for many children’s songs, and the music is composed by Maiko Hosoda.
Memories from their time at the preschool and warm feelings of “thank you” for those who supported them are sung to a gentle, quiet melody.
The song was released on the YouTube channel “Maiko no Uta” in January 2020, and the sheet music was published in the March 2020 issue of “Hoiku to Curriculum.” With its frequent lyrical repetition and calm tone, it’s perfect for events like graduation ceremonies where children’s voices can truly shine.
Sung from the heart, it’s sure to fill the entire venue with warm emotion.
Always togetherboku to kimi.
This is a graduation song by Boku to Kimi that delivers memories of kindergarten life and hopes for the future on a gentle melody.
It tells, from a child’s perspective, of days spent holding hands with friends, moments of leaning on their teachers, and gratitude toward parents.
Rather than dwelling on the sadness of parting, it carries a positive message that “even if we’re apart, our hearts are connected,” making it a piece that brings not only tears but smiles as well.
Included on the album “Minna de Asobou! Ei Ei Oh!” released in September 2015, it also comes with karaoke tracks and sheet music arranged for children’s vocal ranges.
It’s the perfect song for expressing thanks to teachers at a graduation ceremony.
The sight of children standing in a circle, holding hands as they sing, is sure to become an unforgettable memory.
Songs to Say Thank You That Touch the Heart—Ideas We Want to Give Our Teachers at the Preschool Graduation Ceremony (31–40)
Thank you, from the bottom of my heartYamazaki Kaoru, Shimpei Shonen Shoujo Gasshoudan
Let me introduce a heartwarming song that is perfect for expressing gratitude to teachers at a kindergarten graduation ceremony.
Sung by Kaoru Yamazaki and the Shimpei Children’s Choir, the piece was written and composed by Hiroshi Yamazaki, a professor in the Early Childhood Education Department at Seisen Jogakuin Junior College.
Released by King Records in October 2021, it is also included on the album “Arigatou Kokoro o Komete ~ Kodomo ni Yasashii, Utaiyasui, Sotsuen to Tomodachi no Uta ~” (“Thank You, From the Heart: Gentle, Easy-to-Sing Songs for Children—Graduation and Friendship”).
The lyrics thoughtfully depict gratitude for those who watched over the children through sunny days and snowy days alike, as well as the days of growing up—crying and laughing together with friends.
Set to a gentle piano accompaniment, the arrangement quietly layers feelings of thanks and new beginnings in a way that leaves a lasting impression.
A longstanding favorite in early childhood settings, this classic is perfect for conveying heartfelt appreciation to teachers at a graduation ceremony.
Baton of the HeartSakushi sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko
How can we convey feelings that can’t be seen…? Giving voice to that thought through the word “baton,” this is a choral piece for graduations, with lyrics and music by Toshihiko Shinzawa.
It begins with the wish that if our hearts had shape or color, we could hand them over right away, and goes on to depict bonds that, though invisible, are surely connected.
The song was included on the album “Sakura♪ SONGS 2 ~Kimi to Boku no La La La~,” released in November 2016, and was selected for the Hall of Fame on the childcare portal “Hoick.” The two-part chorus version is also included in choral anthologies for farewell and graduation ceremonies.
It’s perfect for moments when teachers and children—or children with one another—want to reaffirm their heartfelt connections.
Highly recommended for classes that want to express gratitude to their teachers at preschool graduation, or as a send-off song from current students to graduating ones.
La la la, I love it.Takada Satoshi
Here is an inspiring song that delivers heartfelt gratitude while reminiscing about days spent with friends and teachers.
Composed by Satoshi Takada, who has experience as a nursery teacher, this piece features a warm melody and a straightforward message that resonates deeply.
It carries the hope that even when you part from your beloved friends, your hearts remain connected, making it perfect to sing during the season of graduation or moving up a grade.
Included on the album “Rocket Crayon no Oyako de! Hoiku de! Mainichi Asobi-tai!” released in September 2014, it has now become a staple graduation song cherished by many preschools.
When children join their voices to the piano accompaniment, the entire venue will be filled with a warm atmosphere.
How about singing it at recitals or graduation ceremonies to express gratitude to parents and teachers?
See you again.Keroponzu
This song carries a warm message of looking back on the many days spent playing with friends and promising to meet again.
Since it was included on the album “Minna no Sotsuen Song,” released in January 2010, it has continued to be loved at many preschools as a staple of the graduation season.
The bright and gentle melody, so characteristic of Keropons, turns the sadness of parting into hope for the future.
The lyrics, which make you feel that not only the fun times but even the quarrels are precious treasures, will gently encourage the children.
It’s a song we hope they’ll sing with smiles at graduation ceremonies and farewell gatherings, reminiscing about the time spent with parents and teachers.
The children’s voices will surely become the best memories.
My Treasureseki tomoyuki
This song, born from real early childhood education settings, leaves a warm message that lingers in the heart.
Written and composed by former nursery school teacher Tomoyuki Seki, it’s woven with words that reflect children just as they are.
Singing about laughing with friends, sometimes getting into quarrels, and how meeting one another itself is a treasure, it’s a piece that can bring adults to tears as well.
Since being included on the album “Congratulations on Graduation—from all the smiles and energy you gave us—,” released in December 2016, it has become a staple of the preschool graduation season.
With the gentle tones of the piano, this work will unite the hearts of children, parents, and teachers alike.
If sung at a graduation ceremony, the whole venue is sure to be filled with emotion.
Be sure to consider including it.