March nursery rhymes & hand play songs! Spring songs you can enjoy with your kids
Are you looking for children’s songs and fingerplay rhymes to sing together with kids in March, as they get ready for graduation ceremonies and moving up to the next class?Songs that let you feel the changing seasons are perfect for creating memories unique to this time of year.Lyrics about springtime flowers and the gentle warmth of the season will naturally resonate with children.In this article, we’ll introduce nursery rhymes and fingerplay songs that are perfect for March.They’re all easy to use not only for activities in daycare and kindergarten, but also at home—so be sure to find your favorites!
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March nursery rhymes & hand-clapping songs! Spring songs to enjoy with children (71–80)
First Grader MarchSakushi / Sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko
As the title “March” suggests, this is a very bright piece that vividly evokes graduates, about to become first graders, holding their heads high as they set off on a new path.
It sings about how, as they enter elementary school, the scenery of the town they see appears to sparkle in their eyes.
If the graduates sing this cheerfully at the graduation ceremony, both teachers and parents will feel reassured!
cuckoosakushi: Kobayashi Jun’ichi / sakkyoku: Doitsu min’yō
We used to sing this a lot when we were kids, didn’t we? It’s a melody that just makes you want to sing along.
This is “Kakkō,” a German folk song with Japanese lyrics.
The cuckoo is said to be a bird that heralds the arrival of spring.
When you go out for a walk, try looking for cuckoos too.
From inside the cabbage
“Cabbage Patch” is a classic hand game that’s often played at children’s centers and parenting support centers.
It’s fun to watch the little caterpillars keep multiplying one after another.
Start singing slowly at first, and once everyone gets the hang of it, speed up bit by bit—the difficulty rises and the excitement builds.
If it gets too fast, even adults might struggle! Kids also love it when you change your voice for the “Daddy Caterpillar” and “Mommy Caterpillar.” It’s a hand game that both adults and children can enjoy, so give it a try.
Thump-thump, boom! First Graderssakushi: itō akira / sakkyoku: sakurai jun
After graduating from kindergarten or nursery school, it’s finally time for first grade! This song expresses the mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety as children face a year full of many firsts that are different from anything before.
But even while holding onto those jitters, that’s okay—let’s take a step forward together with this song!
Happy HinamatsuriKawamura Junko
This song that heralds the arrival of spring beautifully portrays traditional Japanese events.
You can almost see the Hina dolls surrounded by peach blossoms and paper lanterns.
It’s perfect not only for Girls’ Day, but also whenever you want to feel the coming of spring.
Sing it with family and friends, and it’s sure to become a delightful memory!