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[For 1-year-olds] Play with your child! Easy summer origami ideas

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After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

Curious and full of wonder, one-year-olds are fascinated by everything around them.

In summer, the heat often keeps us indoors.

At times like that, why not make toys out of origami and play together with your child? Origami toys provide fun stimulation for little ones and are safe to play with, which is a big plus.

Here, we’ve gathered ideas for origami toys that adults can easily make for one-year-olds.

Use these ideas to expand your indoor play options.

Have fun playing and enjoy the summer together with your child!

[Age 1] Play with your child! Easy summer origami ideas (21–30)

Paper Copter

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A simple mechanism that’s so much fun! Here’s a paper helicopter idea.

All you need is origami paper cut to half size and a pair of scissors.

It’s an origami idea with a fascinating, mysterious way of flying! Cut the origami paper in half, then make slits with scissors as you fold.

The finished paper helicopter twirls and flutters as it falls, which is really entertaining.

Instead of flying high, you enjoy watching it drift down slowly, so it’s safe and suitable even for two-year-olds.

It’s simple, yet the movement is very unique, making it something you’ll want to play with over and over again.

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Origami Slinky

[Playable Origami] How to Make a Slinky | Origami Paper Craft DIY

Origami Slinky

A Slinky is a spring-shaped toy that originated in the United States.

Many of you may remember playing with one as a child.

Let’s make a Slinky out of origami and have some fun! This version uses a total of 60 sheets of origami paper—six sheets each of ten different colors.

The more sheets you use, the more you can enjoy the springy stretching and contracting motion and the ever-changing colors, so be patient and make plenty.

We recommend using 7.5 cm × 7.5 cm sheets and a thicker paper.

Unlike plastic or metal Slinkies, this origami version is less likely to get tangled, so you can play with it over and over stress-free.

You can just imagine how excited the kids will be!

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origami ribbon

One sheet of origami: Easy and cute ribbon folding. How to make a ribbon with origami — it’s so cute. [Easy origami with one sheet]

origami ribbon

How about making an irresistibly cute ribbon out of origami? You can easily make one with a single sheet of paper, so it’s perfect when you’re running out of ideas for at-home play.

Kids can wear them in their hair or on their clothes, attach them to dolls, use them for pretend shop play—the possibilities are endless! They’re also great for costumes in school performances and for birthday decorations.

Try using origami with different patterns and textures to create a ribbon that makes your heart flutter.

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Rolling little star

Origami toy “Korokoro Boshi 2” (Rolling Star 2)

Rolling little star

How about making a bouncing, rolling “Korokoro Star” with an irresistibly cute motion and playing with it together with the kids? Since the instructions are advanced and quite challenging, please have an adult do the crafting.

The star’s unique, addictive movement is sure to captivate children.

It’s also a great activity to include during Tanabata or the Christmas season.

If you use glittery origami paper, it’s perfect for displaying or hanging in your room after playtime.

Give it a try and have fun together!

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Colorful ice play with pom-poms

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Have fun without using colored water! Here’s a colorful ice play idea using pom-poms.

It’s easy to try because you can get all the materials at a 100-yen shop.

This time, let’s use a round ice tray and colorful decorative balls to enjoy some cool, playful ice activities.

Just put the decorative balls and water into the round ice tray, freeze it, and you’re done! You can play by touching the ice as is, or enjoy watching it melt in the bath.

Try out different ways to play.

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