Lovely childcare

[Entertainment/Performances] Ideas for Performances to Introduce at Kindergartens and Nursery Schools—Great for Children and Staff

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
Nursery Teacher Mom Writertsukada moe
After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

At kindergartens and nursery schools, there are often opportunities to include entertainment and performances for fun.

Many teachers are probably wondering what kinds of activities they can plan for the children.

This time, we’ve gathered ideas that are perfect for such entertainment and performances.

From activities that children can take the lead in and enjoy themselves to ideas that teachers and parents can perform for the kids, we’re introducing a wide range.

If your ideas have become repetitive and you’re looking for something new…

Please use this as a reference.

[Entertainment/Performances] Ideas for performances to introduce at kindergartens and daycare centers! Activities for children and staff (71–80)

Eurhythmics play

[May Rhythmic Class: Let’s Play with Our Bodies!] For ages 3–5. Get moving with hoop play! Perfect for kids with extra energy ✨ Great for relieving children’s stress ✨ Music play, rhythm play—also usable in childcare settings.

Eurhythmics play

Let’s have fun moving our bodies with hula hoops! Here are some ideas for Eurhythmics (music and movement) activities.

Since children can showcase their daily activities at sports days or performance showcases, both parents and kids will be delighted! How about organizing a Eurhythmics recital using the familiar activities you practice regularly? By moving joyfully with hula hoops, children can not only develop a sense of rhythm but also improve their concentration and stamina.

Learning through play can help nurture a positive attitude toward music and physical activity!

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

A Song from the Teacher: ‘Friends from Today’

From Today, We're Friends [E Tele] Lyrics: Yu Sawamura / Music: Yasuhiro Takano Oto-san to Issho♪

A Song from the Teacher: 'Friends from Today'

As a performance, how about giving the children a song from the teachers? This song, “From Today We’re Friends,” is very bright and fun.

The lyrics express the joy of meeting friends.

If you sing it at the entrance ceremony, the children may feel that today is a wonderful new beginning where they can meet new friends.

Not only singing but also adding simple choreography and dancing while you sing will make it more visually vibrant and turn it into an even more delightful performance!

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Hand game ‘Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Clap’

Head, shoulders, knees, pat (with actions)

Hand game 'Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Clap'

Let me introduce “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes,” a game played to an English folk tune! In this activity, you touch different parts of your body with your hands in time with the song.

Infants can enjoy it as a bonding game with their parents, and preschoolers will have fun moving their hands quickly to different spots with the rhythm.

Because it’s a bright, upbeat song, performing it at an entrance ceremony would instantly make the atmosphere lively and festive.

Sing, play, and have fun together!

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Hand play ‘The Flower Smiled’

The Flower Smiled – The Flower Smiled, The Flower Smiled~ (with choreography) [Children’s Song, Piano Accompaniment]

Hand play 'The Flower Smiled'

How about enjoying a hand-play activity with the children’s song “Ohanaga Waratta,” which is perfect for spring entrance ceremonies? You can make flowers with your hands and open them with a pop—it’s a very simple and cute choreography.

Playing it together with children who may be nervous in a new place, or having teachers perform it, could help ease some of that tension.

This song might also convey that kindergarten or nursery school is a fun place.

Please consider it as a performance idea.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Panel Theater: Curry and Rice

Panel Theater 'Curry Rice' — Childcare Tips Useful for Practicums and Training

Panel Theater: Curry and Rice

This is a panel theater about curry and rice.

As you watch, you can learn about the ingredients and how to make curry, sing a song, and also practice the greetings said before and after a meal.

By presenting it as a panel theater rather than just a song, children can learn visually and have fun.

Some kids might even remember the song when their family is making curry at home.

It helps nurture a positive attitude toward enjoyable eating and serves as food education—another nice benefit.

Raise the rankinglower

Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

Report a problem