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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Nursery rhymes to sing in spring: A collection of classic songs you'll want to sing with your children (41–50)
Hello, my friendsSakushi: Oikawa Nemuko / Sakkyoku: Matsumoto Toshiaki
This is a classic song by Nemuko Oikawa and Toshiaki Matsumoto, themed around natural scenery like the sky, clouds, and flowers, as well as greetings to friends.
It was broadcast as the ending theme of Fuji TV’s “Hirake! Ponkikki” starting in April 1990, and was included on a single released in May of the same year.
Many people who were children at the time likely remember it as the gentle farewell at the end of the show.
Its words, which seem to call out to children around the world and to nature itself, evoke a sense of anticipation for new encounters.
In March, when farewells and new beginnings intersect, this piece is perfect for children about to graduate from kindergarten or move up a grade.
Like waving toward the wide world, try singing it together at home or in your preschool!
Nursery rhymes to sing in spring: A collection of beloved songs you'll want to sing with your children (51–60)
Song of a Little BirdKato Ichika / Kinjo Narumi
A charming song that everyone can enjoy by mimicking the chirps that herald the arrival of spring.
It depicts little birds calling for their mothers and fathers with song, and their endearing presence warms the heart.
If you shape a beak with your hands and move them to the rhythm, you can play as if you’ve become a little bird yourself.
This children’s song is performed by Ichika Kato and Narumi Kinjo, popular on the educational YouTube channel, and is included on albums such as “BonBon Academy: Songs of Spring,” to be released in April 2025.
Long cherished at BonBon Academy, operated by Kodansha, this song is perfect for March, when children graduate from preschool or move up a grade, and for parents and kids heading out on a springtime stroll.
Humming it under the warm sunshine will make children’s smiles shine even brighter.
springSakushi: Yoshida Tomi / Sakkyoku: Inoue Takeshi
This is a children’s song that tells those of you still feeling wintry, “Spring is already here!” The gently flowing melody is like a fresh, soft spring breeze.
Just like that melody, a tender wind, peach blossoms swelling and about to bloom, and the sun bringing warm rays all let you know that spring has arrived.
Step outside into the warmth and sing while feeling the growing flowers and the air that has taken over from winter!
Song of a little birdSakushi: Yoda Jun’ichi / Sakkyoku: Akutagawa Yasushi
A truly heartwarming children’s song, “Kotori no Uta,” features adorable lyrics that use the chirping of a baby bird calling its parent.
Since it’s about little birds, it’s a lovely song to sing to your child.
It’s an easy-to-understand, charming piece even for very young children.
Imagining springtime, with hatchlings being born, growing strong, and chirping piyopiyo, makes you really look forward to spring!
Tea PickingMonbushō shōka
With its familiar and pleasant melody, “Chatsumi” (The Tea Picking Song) is a children’s song that naturally makes you want to hum along.
Even if the title doesn’t ring a bell, you’ll surely recognize it once you hear the tune! Although it’s a famous song, some people may not be sure of the lyrics when they try to sing it.
The song is written with beautifully refined Japanese language and sound, making it highly poetic, so this is a great chance to take a look at the lyrics and savor them!
Japanese bush warblerSakushi: Hayashi Ryūha / Sakkyoku: Inoue Takeshi
This children’s song weaves the beautiful chirping of the bush warbler, which heralds the arrival of spring, into a gentle melody and story.
Created by Yanagiha Hayashi and Takeshi Inoue, it tenderly portrays the bird perched on a plum branch announcing spring, as well as its descent from snow-laden mountains to the village, in a way that resonates with children.
Its calm triple meter and phrases that imitate the warbler’s call are distinctive, offering a cheerful, singable melody line that evokes the warmth of spring.
Beloved in schools and homes alike, it has also been covered by artists such as Saori Yuki and Shoko Yasuda.
It’s a perfect song to enjoy singing with children during spring, a season rich with opportunities to connect with nature.
Spring MeadowSakushi: Sakata Hiroo Sakkyoku: Ichikawa Toshiharu
This is a children’s song by poet Hiroo Sakata and composer Toshiharu Ichikawa that depicts a foal galloping across a pasture.
In the spring breeze, the foal and rabbits romp about energetically, while the song describes young leaves budding all around.
With a comfortable vocal range and an easy-to-remember melody, it brings out children’s natural singing voices.
Expressing the vibrant life of spring with a bright, light rhythm, this piece is perfect for choral singing in early-childhood settings as a new season begins, or for families to enjoy singing together at home.
If your child loves animals, have fun singing it together!