Preschool Dance Songs
Get your preschooler’s boots scooting with fun preschool dance songs. They’ll burn off extra energy while working key skills– all at home.
Benefits of Using Preschool Dance Songs
Physical Development
Preschoolers get stronger muscles by using them. Dancing around is a great way to strengthen their muscles and increase flexibility while having fun. There is the added bonus of them working on their coordination skills, too!
Cognitive Development
When songs are played a few times, little ones can memorize them. This is a wonderful way to work on memory skills and sequencing different verses of songs.
Spatial Awareness
Preschoolers need to learn how to use and move their bodies. Through dancing, little ones learn how much space their bodies occupy and how to maneuver them around the room.
Self Expression
Moving and grooving how it feels right is a fabulous way to express oneself. Imagination and dancing go hand in hand. Littles can imagine the moves to do before they move their bodies.
Stress Relief and Enjoyment
Dancing for fun and stress relief is reason enough to dance. Preschoolers can release their energy safely and positively through dance.
These preschool dance songs will catch your little one’s interest and get them moving.
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Top Preschool Dance Songs
Stomp Clap Dance by The Kiboomers
The Goldfish by The Laurie Berkner Band
Move by Super Simple Songs
This Is How I Do It by The Laurie Berkner Band
Shake Your Sillies Out by The Learning Station
Jump Like A Frog by The Kiboomers
Move To The Beat by Music for Kiddos
Stand Up, Sit Down by Patty Shukla
Unicorn Dance by Music with Michal
The Wiggle Dance by Danny Go!
I Know a Chicken by The Laurie Berkner Band
Action Songs for Kids by The Singing Walrus
Things to Pair with Preschool Dance Songs
Maracas
These DIY maracas are a great way to reuse old bottles and add a bit of zest to preschool dance songs.
Easter Eggs Filled Rice
Similar to the maracas, these shakey eggs are super simple to make. Add dry rice to a plastic Easter egg and tape around the seam.
These are great to shake to the beat of the music.
Drums
Make drums out of old oatmeal containers or a cardboard box. Let littles bang their drums as they dance around.
Scarfs
Silk scarves or small blankets can be fun to twirl around while dancing.
DIY Rainstick Craft
Rainsticks add a bit of a different feel and sound to your little one’s dance party.
Stuffed Animals
Who doesn’t love having friends to dance with? Grab some stuffed animals to join in on the dancing fun.
Dance Songs for Preschoolers
This list of preschool dance songs is a great starting point for music and movement time. Turn on these tunes and get your dancing shoes on. 😊
