[Nursery/Kindergarten] Ideas for Performances at Thank-You Parties! Fun for Both Parents and Children
Are you wondering what kind of performances to put on for a preschool or kindergarten appreciation party? You want to express gratitude to the teachers who have cared for everyone and give the children fun memories to hold onto—but finding ideas that fit the prep time, number of people, and the venue’s atmosphere can be surprisingly tough.
In this guide, we’ve gathered ideas to brighten your appreciation party, from performances parents and teachers can present, to games everyone can enjoy with the children, and moving touches that tug at the heart.
You’re sure to find tips for creating a wonderful time filled with smiles and emotion.
Use these ideas as inspiration to create an appreciation party that stays in everyone’s hearts!
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[Nursery/Kindergarten] Thank-You Party Performance Ideas! Fun for Parents and Kids (71–80)
Musical chairs
Musical chairs is one of those classic games everyone knows! It’s perfect as an activity to liven things up because both adults and kids can enjoy it.
Usually it’s just the children who play, but at the thank-you party, it would be fun to have the teachers join in and play for real, too!
Bubbly Dance “Dancing Hero”
The “Bubble Dance” became a huge hit after the Tomioka High School dance club performed it in 2017.
It’s danced to Yoko Oginome’s 1985 song “Dancing Hero (Eat You Up),” with costumes and makeup that evoke that era.
While kids taking it on would surely look adorable, it’s especially recommended as a performance by parents! With full-on makeup and hairstyling that kids can’t do, and a sharp, tight routine, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.
It’s an idea that will excite people across generations—not only those who know the Tomioka High School performance, but also those who remember the song from when it was originally released.
Interview: “What I want to work hard on in elementary school”
If you’re going to film a video for the thank-you party, you’ll want to capture each graduate’s voice too, right? In times like that, interviews with the graduates are highly recommended.
You can ask anything, but if you ask about their motivation as they enter elementary school, it might help them look forward to school life and make for a wonderful memory.
If the answers get too long, it becomes hard for both the children answering and the person editing the video, so it’s a good idea to come up with questions that graduates can answer in a single short phrase!
[Nursery/Kindergarten] Thank-You Party Performance Ideas! Fun for Parents and Kids Alike (81–90)
glass harp
Did you know that if you fill a glass with water and run your finger around the rim, it produces a beautiful tone? This is called a glass harp, and the pitch changes depending on how much water is in the glass.
How about holding a glass harp performance at the appreciation party? It will take some practice, but if you choose songs everyone can enjoy, it’s sure to become a wonderful memory.
ballroom dance
This performance has pairs of two showing off a dance to music.
It’s used in settings like competitions and parties, and dances to waltz or Latin rhythms are especially well-known.
It will liven up a thank-you party where children graduating from kindergarten or nursery school—heading toward a bright future—are the stars.
Just imagining them dancing in tuxedos and dresses is adorable, isn’t it? Ballroom dance offers both glamour and a cool side of the kids.
It can also be a chance to deepen friendships, so consider adding this dance to the program for your thank-you party.
a cappella
Recommended for those confident in their singing! How about performing a lovely song a cappella? First, make sure to divide roles clearly—lead, harmony, and the low voice for the bass.
Try referring to videos of a cappella groups.
You could also include a member for vocal percussion! You might be surprised how many people join if you reach out.
Sorry for being cuteHONEY WORKS
How about HoneyWorks’ “Kawaikute Gomen” as entertainment for the appreciation party? It’s hugely popular on TikTok, so it’ll feel familiar to the kids.
The lyrics, which celebrate the importance of loving yourself, are perfect for children graduating from kindergarten.
The catchy, easy-to-remember chorus, “Chu! Kawaikute gomen,” should make it fun for everyone to sing together.
If you add the lively choreography, the whole venue will feel bright and cheerful.
It seems like a wonderful way to create lasting memories while encouraging the children’s self-expression.