Childcare: Today's recommended fun songs

Song of Feathers

TV program “Shimajiro no Wao!” Anything Ranking Voting! Keno Uta

This song was created for Shimajiro no Wao!, an educational program that values nurturing children’s vocabulary and knowledge.

Released in September 2013, the song joyfully introduces words that begin with the syllable “ke,” set to a rhythmic melody.

Within the show, children can naturally encounter new words as they sing and dance along with Shimajiro.

The video features illustrations and animations that match the words, richly incorporating visual elements.

This piece is a friendly, accessible song that allows children to enjoy language through singing, whether at home or in childcare settings.

Let’s move forward! Clap your hands!

Let's Move Forward! Clap Your Hands! ~Tie-in Song for the Movie “Shimajiro and the Rainbow Oasis”~ [Official Shimajiro Channel]

This bright and lively song is a heartwarming piece themed around the courage to move forward and the bonds of friendship.

Structured so you can sing along while clapping to the rhythm, it embraces the anxiety and fear of taking steps ahead as natural feelings, while conveying the importance of overcoming them.

The desire to cherish friendships and hope for the future is expressed through a gentle melody.

Used as an insert song in the film Shimajiro and the Rainbow Oasis (released in March 2017) from the series Shimajiro no Wao! The Movie, it colors the adventures of Shimajiro and his friends.

It’s a perfect song to enjoy with children while moving their bodies, whether during group time at nursery and kindergarten or at home!

My favorite things

[Classic song] My Favorite Things ♪ [Shimajiro Channel Official]

It’s a warmhearted song that helps children find what they love and nurture a sense of cherishing it.

The staging that incorporates sign language is memorable, and there are thoughtful touches throughout that allow children of diverse backgrounds to sing together and have fun.

The melody is pleasant and so familiar you can’t help but hum along.

Released around 2011, it has been used in various settings, including the educational program “Shimajiro no Wao!”, concerts, and events at childcare facilities.

This work truly supports children’s growth, teaching the beauty of expressing gratitude for familiar things and important people.

Singing it together with parents or guardians can also be an opportunity to foster an even deeper bond.

Tulip

Tulip (with gestures) [Japanese song / shoka]

“Tulip” is a simple song that depicts flowers blooming beautifully and includes the three primary colors—red, blue, and yellow—in its lyrics.

With its easy tempo and pitch, it’s simple for children to learn.

While getting familiar with the song, it’s also recommended to observe real tulips in the school garden or on a walk.

It might spark curiosity about nature, such as flowers and insects.

Hopefully, it can be a chance to get to know the flower called the tulip.

If you add simple gestures while singing, children who love to dance will enjoy it too.

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Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou

Lovely Wonderland - Kodomo Challenge [Shimajiro Channel Official]

Set to a bright, rhythmic melody, this song celebrates children’s spirit of adventure and the joy of discovering something new every day.

It portrays the entire Earth as a wonderful place of adventure for kids, spreading a warm, inclusive world where everyone can dance together and have fun.

It was included on the DVD “Shimajiro no Wao!” released in February 2015 and is also used in the dance segment of the TV program.

The song is memorable for Shimajiro and his friends energetically singing and dancing in nature.

It’s perfect for enjoying with children at nursery and kindergarten events, as well as for dance time at home.

Churippu sharippuwarabe uta

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Simple yet profound, this nursery rhyme captivates children’s hearts.

The part where everyone stands in a circle and calls each other’s names is perfect for nurturing communication skills and social development.

Its rhythmic lyrics and melody are fun and easy to memorize.

In preschools and kindergartens, it’s also used as an icebreaker to ease the nerves of new children.

At home, singing and playing it together as a family can make for a delightful time.

It can be enjoyed from infancy.

When the spring weather invites you outdoors, why not form a circle and sing it together?

Let’s keep walkingbiriken

Billiken / Let's walk on

It’s an energetic song that blends folk and hip-hop, perfect for singing and dancing together.

The friendly lyrics warmly depict the joy and fun of everyday life, and sometimes the mischievous spirit of children.

Released in September 2010, it was loved by many viewers as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime “Mainichi Kaasan.” With its melodious tone and comfortable rhythm, it resonates with children’s hearts and encourages their first steps in new environments.

Singing it at entrance ceremonies or morning gatherings brings out children’s smiles, naturally leading to clapping and swaying.

Let teachers and children enjoy singing it together and create wonderful memories.