Perfect for first-timers! A collection of origami that’s super popular with kids as young as three!
This time, we’re introducing cute origami activities for three-year-olds.
At age three, children’s vocabulary grows, and they start to manage simple back-and-forth exchanges.
In terms of development, their fine motor skills improve, and they begin to do simple self-care tasks on their own, like fastening buttons and putting on socks.
They also start to enjoy using their hands more, and you’ll often see them actively engaging in hands-on play like origami, pretend play, or connecting Plarail train sets.
We’ll be showcasing some very popular origami for children like these, so please have fun trying them out with your own creative twists!
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No worries even if it’s your first time! A collection of origami that’s super popular with kids from age 3! (21–30)
A cute penguin you can make with a single sheet of origami paper
Here’s a cute penguin you can make with just one sheet of origami paper—perfect for three-year-olds.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper and fold it into a triangle to make a crease.
Fold the corners along the center line; you’ll be flipping the paper over to fold on both the front and back.
Next, fold the left and right sides toward the central vertical line to form the base of the penguin’s wings.
To give the wings movement and a three-dimensional look, make sure to crease firmly.
After checking that both sides are balanced, fold the tip to round out the overall shape of the penguin, and you’re done.
It might also be fun to make them in different colors and give each penguin a name.
Ice cream for 3-year-olds
Let me introduce a cold and tasty ice cream craft.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper, construction paper, crayons, and glue, and let’s get started.
Fold the origami paper in half.
Fold the left and right corners toward the center line.
Glue the finished ice cream cone onto the construction paper, and have the children draw the ice cream with crayons to complete it.
It’s also recommended to prepare round stickers or fruit stickers for toppings.
Be sure to try making this delicious-looking ice cream!
Cozy Penguin
Here’s how to fold an origami penguin that can also wear a hat and scarf.
First, fold it into a triangle twice, then open it once.
With a corner pointing down, fold up the top layer so about 2 centimeters stick out, then fold it down along the edge.
Fold the edge you just made in half to make a crease, then fold the bottom corner up to that crease to set a guideline.
Next, fold the other corner up toward the front crease.
Fold the tip of the corner down just a little.
Fold up along the crease you made earlier, align the edges, and fold the whole piece in half.
Finally, adjust the shape to look like a penguin and draw the eyes with a pen to finish.
Try making a hat and scarf for it, too!
A penguin that’s perfect for decorations
Let’s make a penguin out of origami—perfect as a seasonal decoration for fans or other ornaments.
Fold the paper into a triangle twice, then gently squash-fold it by inserting your finger into the pocket and pressing down softly from the top to puff it open.
Keep folding along the creases to form the penguin’s shape.
Be careful when using scissors to make the cuts—don’t cut the wrong spots.
As you continue, the paper will get thicker, but sharpening your creases will make it easier to proceed.
Once you fold the wings and feet while checking the balance, you’re done.
Give it a try!
Penguin money envelope
This is a cute penguin folding method that’s perfect for New Year’s gift envelopes.
First, place the origami colored side up, fold it into a triangle twice, then open it once.
Fold both layers of the top corner down to meet the bottom edge to make creases.
Make another crease by folding only the top layer of the top corner down so it sticks out slightly past the bottom center.
Fold only the top layer of the top corner down to align with the bottom crease.
Next, fold along the upper crease, then fold the tip upward so it peeks out a little.
Fold back the part sticking out at the top.
Turn it over and fold both corners toward the center so the tips overlap.
Tuck one corner into the other.
Finally, draw the face with a pen, and you’re done!
How to make a penguin bookmark
@tatsukuriorigami [Practical Origami] Penguin Bookmark – Short Version. I made a penguin bookmark. ◇ See YouTube for details ◇ When making it, the long version with instructions on YouTube is easier to follow. — Tatsukuri’s original work — Please do not repost, imitate, or publish the folding instructions without permission.OrigamiorigamiLifehack#orgami#origamitiktok#origamitutorial
♬ A cute song with a warm atmosphere(1450510) – sanusagi
Here’s how to make a penguin bookmark that makes reading even more fun.
Get one sheet of origami paper and some colored pens, and let’s get started.
As you make the creases, you’ll form the part that slips onto the page.
When shaping the beak and wings, firmly crease the folds so the bookmark keeps a stable shape.
Color the beak and draw the face with your pens, and you’re done.
It could also make a cute little gift!
Easy penguin
Here’s a cute penguin with a simple folding method that’s recommended even for three-year-olds.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper, fold it into a triangle, and make a crease.
Flip it over front and back as you go, folding the corners so they meet at the center crease.
After folding the left and right sides toward the center, fold the wing sections into triangles and puff them out a bit to add dimension.
Fold the beak so that both sides are even, then round off the corners overall with small folds to finish.
It’s also fun to try making them with different colors of origami paper.