Nursery rhymes to sing in spring: a collection of classic songs you'll want to sing with your children
When you feel the arrival of spring, do gentle melodies of children’s spring songs ever come to mind? Wouldn’t it be lovely to share the warmth of the season and the beauty of nature with your child through seasonal songs? Children’s songs are made with gentle words and rhythms that are easy for little ones to enjoy, and they have the power to warmly embrace parent–child communication.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of children’s songs perfect for spring.
While out for a walk or playing at home, try finding a favorite tune and singing it together!
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Children’s songs to sing in spring: A collection of classics you’ll want to sing with your kids (81–90)
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The children’s song handed down in Saga Prefecture has horsetail shoots as its theme, heralding the arrival of spring.
The lyrics call out to the sprouts as they peek up from the soil.
There are many ways to enjoy it—swaying together as parent and child or playing with a cloth, for example.
Reflecting the local culture, it is a cherished tradition passed down across generations.
It also seems to encourage interaction with springtime nature and promote rhythm and language development.
Widely enjoyed by various ages in nursery schools and kindergartens, it is a lovely song that expresses hopes for children’s healthy growth.
Join the Dandelion Gang!Sakushi Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu
In spring, when you look up the cherry blossoms are beautifully pink, but if you cast your eyes downward, you’ll see lots of cute yellow dandelions blooming too! Wouldn’t you like to join that adorable army of dandelions? This song invites you to become part of the Dandelion Brigade—full of energy under the bright spring air and wrapped in a gentle spring breeze.
It explains how to join and that anyone can be a member.
Joining is very simple: just soak up the warm spring sunshine and breathe in the fresh air with your whole body! On a warm spring day, step outside and become a proud member of the Dandelion Brigade!
Mr. ElephantSakushi: Mado Michio / Sakkyoku: Dan Ikuma
“Zō-san” (Mr.
Elephant) is a children’s song that just about everyone has sung at least once.
There are two verses, but it’s a very short song.
It’s easy to remember, so even very young children can sing it easily.
It’s a famous nursery rhyme that feels friendly and accessible to kids—conveying that elephants love their mothers just like children do—and from a parent’s perspective, it can be quietly moving to listen to.
The Little Train from the Land of FlowersSakushi: Kobayashi Junichi / Sakkyoku: Nakada Yoshinao
The children’s song “Kisha Poppo from the Flower Country,” themed around a train, is characterized by its expansive phrases.
The various onomatopoeic words that appear in the lyrics are another highlight of the piece, with word choices that are easy for children to remember.
The lyrics were written by Jun’ichi Kobayashi, known for works like “Akai Tori,” and they make appealing use of the pleasant sound of the Japanese language, resulting in a nuanced and tasteful finish.
The music was composed by Yoshinao Nakada, famous for pieces such as “Chiisai Aki Mitsuketa.” Its singable melody will have you humming along before you know it.
dandelionSakushi: Kadokura Satoshi / Sakkyoku: Horikoshi Kiyoshi
Here is a song themed around the dandelion, a flower that heralds the arrival of spring.
Its lyrics are striking, overlaying the sight of the dandelion blooming robustly even in harsh conditions with people’s strength to live and their hopes.
Since its release in 1976, it has spread nationwide through the singing movement and has also been cherished as a labor struggle song.
In 2000 and 2002, it was included in elementary school music textbooks, becoming established as a choral piece featured in educational settings.
The melody, gentle yet powerful, is sure to resonate with many listeners.
It’s a recommended song when you want to feel the courage to face difficulties and the bonds between people.