Some songs just make us want to feel like singing and dancing. There are definitely times when we can all use that! Contentment, cheerfulness, or joyfulness is often listed as a virtue in character education. And songs can help.
I especially love to focus on happy songs at the beginning of the school year. They can set the tone for a class or homeschool, and they can make the transition into a new school or new school year a little easier. Of course, I love happy songs at any time.
I’m sharing songs here that are simply happy! You’ll find songs for a variety of ages. Most of these songs are for all ages … even adults. If you prefer, you don’t need to use the videos. The songs alone are great.
See my virtues unit studies for unit studies that include cheerfulness/joyfulness along with other positive character traits.
Free Happy Songs – YouTube Videos
“The Happy Song” – C&G baby club UK – Featuring Music by Imogen Heap (Read about how they used science and “created a song that makes babies happy.”)
Barney – I Love You (SONG with LYRICS)
Wonderful You — by Nancy Kopman – musicwithnancy
If You’re Happy and You Know It! – Barefoot Books
‘Top of the World’ Children’s Song
“Sunny Day – A Song for All Seasons” by Angela Small featuring Kirine and Eimi Urdaneta
“One Love” – 1World Children’s Chorus: Celebrating Bob Marley – Ziggy Marley
One Love | Playing For Change | Song Around The World
Okaïdi & Playing For Change 2014 : “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” – Okaidi Official
“What a Wonderful World” | Playing For Change
Celebration | Playing For Change | Song Around The World
Happy Relaxing Music For Children – Relax Music For Kids – OCB Relax Music (Also see my post “Free Relaxing Music for Studying and Concentration for Kids”)
“Everything Is AWESOME!!!” — The LEGO® Movie — Tegan and Sara feat. The Lonely Island – Warner Bros. Pictures
(If you’d like a fun, choreographed dance workout for kids to “Everything Is AWESOME!!!” my daughter has this on YouTube.) Tegan and Sara “Everything Is AWESOME!!!” – Dance Workout with Christina Chitwood
Pharrell Williams – Happy (Official Music Video)
(Here’s another fun dance workout for kids to “Happy.”) Pharrell Williams “Happy” – Dance Workout with Christina Chitwood (song from “Despicable Me 2”)
Stevie Wonder – “Sir Duke” Choreography by Joshua Federis | PLM Isko – PLM Iskolars Dance Incorporated
I’ve got the joy joy, down in my heart (Christian Song) – maranathakids
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ALL THE POSTS IN THE FREE CHARACTER EDUCATION VIDEOS SERIES HERE AT MY BITS OF POSITIVITY BLOG
- Free Bucket-Filling Videos for Character Education
- Free Manners Songs for Home or Classroom
- Free Thank-You Songs and Rhymes for Home or School
- Free Gratitude Songs and Rhymes for Home or School
- Free Patience Songs and Rhymes for Home or School {Character Education Resources}
- Free Kindness Songs and Rhymes for Home or School {Character Education Resources}
- Free Responsibility Songs and Rhymes for Home or School {Character Education Resources}
- Free Respect Songs and Rhymes {Character Education Resources} – Respect is one of the core Olympic values.
- Free Cooperation Songs and Rhymes {Character Education Resources}
- Free Excellence Songs and Resources {Character Education} – Excellence is one of the core Olympic values.
- Free Friendship Songs and Rhymes {Character Education Resources} – Friendship is one of the core Olympic values.
- Free Songs about Virtues {with Character Education Themes and Unit Studies}
- Free Determination Songs and Rhymes {Character Education Resources} – Determination is one of the Paralympic values.
- Free Courage Songs {Character Education Resources} – Courage is one of the Paralympic values.
- Free Equality and Fairness Songs {Character Education Resources} – Equality is one of the Paralympic values.
- Free Inspirational Songs {Character Education Resources} – Inspiration is one of the Paralympic values.
- Free Taking Turns and Sharing Songs and Rhymes {Character Education Resources}
- Free Helping Hand and Helpfulness Songs {Character Education Resources}
- Free Anti-Bullying Songs {Character Education Resources}
- Free Conservation Songs for Home or School {Character Education Resources}
- Free Relaxing Music for Studying and Concentration for Kids
- Free Curiosity Songs {Character Education Resources}
- Free Honesty Songs {Character Education Resources}
- Free Orderliness Songs and Activities {Character Education Resources}
- Free Songs about Obeying the Rules {Character Education Resources}
- Free Happy Songs for Kids {Contentment, Cheerfulness, Joyfulness Resources}
- Free Self-Control Songs for Kids {Character Education Resources}
- Free Educational and Song Videos about Honor
- The Best Kids’ Songs for the Holidays {Traditional Holiday Songs + Character Education Songs}
- Free Reassuring and Comforting Songs to Help Ease Kids’ Anxiety
- Free Growth Mindset Songs for Kids {Character Education Resources}
- Free Guided Meditations for Kids {Mindfulness Resources}
- Free 9-1-1 Songs for Kids {Non-Scary Emergency Preparedness}
- Free Disaster Preparedness Songs for Kids {Character Education Resources}
- Free Guided Meditations for Deep Sleep and Relaxation {Mindfulness Resources for Teens and Adults}
- Free Guided Christian Meditations for Teens and Adults
- Free Guided Christian Meditations for Kids
- Free Guided Gratitude Meditations for Kids {Mindfulness Resources}
ALL THE POSTS IN THE FREE SONGS FOR CIRCLE TIME SERIES AT MY LIVING MONTESSORI NOW BLOG
Free Songs about Skills and Concepts
- Free Educational Songs for Circle Time
- Free & Fun Toilet Learning Songs {Potty Songs} for Toddlers
- Favorite Clean Up Song
- Free Clean Up Songs (Tidy Up Songs) and Rhymes
- Free Kissing Hand Songs, Poems, and Videos to Ease Separation Anxiety
- Free Back-to-School Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Celebration of Life Songs and Printables for a Montessori Birthday
- Handwashing Activities for Kids – Free Songs and Lessons
- Reinforcing Letter Sounds with Phonics Songs
- Free Sign Language Alphabet and Phonics Songs
- Free Sign Language Color Songs for Circle Time
- Free Spanish Color Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Songs about 100 {Free Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time}
- Educational Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays Pinterest Board
Free Unit Study Songs
- Free Fire Safety Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Arctic Animal Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Penguin Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Arctic vs. Antarctic Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Bird Sounds, Songs, and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Tree Songs and Educational Videos {Learn about Trees, Apple Trees, and Seasons}
Free Seasonal and Holiday Songs
- Free Back-to-School Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Grandparent Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Fall Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Halloween Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Thanksgiving Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Winter Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Christmas Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Hanukkah Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Kwanzaa Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free New Year’s Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Martin Luther King Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Groundhog Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Valentine’s Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free President Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Chinese New Year Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free St. Patrick’s Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Spring Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Easter Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Earth Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Cinco de Mayo Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Mother’s Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Father’s Day Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free American Patriotic Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
- Free Summer Songs and Rhymes for Circle Time
Free Video Resources Posts
- Free Royal Tea Party Videos {Grace and Courtesy Resources}
- Free Montessori Video Lessons Online
- Free Montessori Practical Life Videos
- Free Montessori Sensorial Videos
- Free Montessori Math Videos
- Free Montessori Language Videos
- Free Montessori Cultural Videos
- Free Montessori at Home Videos
What is your favorite happy song?
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Free Helping Hand and Helpfulness Songs {Character Education Resources}
Free Songs about Obeying the Rules {Character Education Resources}
Free Songs about Virtues {with Character Education Themes & Unit Studies}
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Ultimate Guide to Olympic Values {Free Character Education Resources}
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