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Unit 14 · Die Natur · A2 · Premium

German Nature Songs for Kids

Trees, flowers, the sea, the park, the moon, the stars and even outer space. These German nature songs are perfect for taking outside.

7 songs · 26 key words · lyrics with English translation on every song

The nature songs

German nature words from these songs

Every key word and phrase across the unit, with its English meaning.

GermanEnglish
Baumtree
Blattleaf
Astbranch
wachsento grow
Blumeflower
Gartengarden
Bienebee
riechento smell
Meersea
Wellewave
Fischfish
Sandsand
Parkpark
Schaukelswing
spielento play
Freundefriends
Mondmoon
Sternstar
Nachtnight
leuchtento shine
Sonnesun
Planetplanet
Raketerocket
Astronautastronaut
Himmelsky
hallohello

Tips for parents

  • Play a nature song before a walk, then spot the things it mentions outdoors.
  • Collect leaves, stones or flowers and name them in German.
  • Look at the moon and stars together at bedtime and use the German words.

Questions parents ask

How can we use nature songs on a walk?
Listen to one at home first, then go outside and look for its words: a tree, a flower, the sky. Finding the real thing gives each word a strong memory.
Which German words are in these nature songs?
26 key words and phrases, including Baum (tree), Blatt (leaf), Ast (branch), wachsen (to grow), Blume (flower), Garten (garden), Biene (bee), riechen (to smell). The full list is above, and every song page shows the complete lyrics with translation.
Are the German nature songs free?
The lyrics, translations and word lists here are free to read. Playing the songs is part of Premium, which you can try free for 7 days. The first unit, greeting songs, is free forever.
How long are the songs?
Between 1:46 and 2:31 each, about 15 minutes for all 7. Short enough to replay, which is where most of the learning happens.

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