Perfect for first-timers! A collection of origami that’s super popular with kids as young as three!

Plum Blossom Ornament

[Origami] Ume Blossom Ornament Made Together with a 3-Year-Old | “Origami” Ume Blossom created with a 3-year-old child.

Here’s an idea for making a “Plum Blossom Ornament” with origami.

There’s a cutting step, so please have scissors ready.

Fold the origami paper into a triangle and align the top corner with the center of the base.

At this point, press only the center to make a crease mark, then unfold without making a full fold.

Fold the top corner down to meet the crease mark, then fold the left and right corners up toward the corners of the folded-down triangle.

Flip the paper over, bring the left and right edges to the center, and fold neatly so that the left side is on the bottom.

Fold up the triangle on the back and return it to its original position, draw a cutting line, cut along it, and you’re done!

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A cute fox that can sing and play

Origami Theater “Fox” / Easy and Quick to Make / Cute, Heartwarming Childcare

Please prepare two sheets of yellow origami paper and one sheet of red origami paper.

Fold both yellow sheets into triangles.

With one of them, turn the base to the top and fold both side edges diagonally inward to make the fox’s face.

With the other, keep the base at the bottom and fold up the left and right corners in the same way to make the fox’s body.

Attach a nose to the bottom corner of the fox’s face, draw the eyes, and glue the face to the body.

At this point, if you attach a diamond-shaped piece cut from the red origami to the back side of the corner where you placed the nose, lifting that nose corner will make it look like the fox is opening its mouth.

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An easy fox for everyone

[Origami] A fox face anyone can easily make in 2 minutes / How to make an easy origami fox (in 2 minutes)

Here’s an origami idea for making a fox with a wide face.

Fold the paper into a triangle twice, then unfold it once so it’s only folded once.

Fold the top corner down to meet the center of the bottom edge, then fold the left and right corners up diagonally toward the inside.

It works well if you fold them so they come slightly inside the edges of the small triangle created by the top fold.

Turn the paper over, draw the face with a pen, and you’re done! Since it only takes five folds, it’s a simple process that’s perfect for a three-year-old just starting with origami.

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stag beetle

[Origami] Summer origami “Stag Beetle” to make with a 3-year-old child

A big hit with kids! Here’s a fun stag beetle craft idea.

Stag beetles and rhinoceros beetles are insects that children really admire.

This time, let’s make a stag beetle—famous for its large jaws—using origami.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper and a pen.

It’s best to choose a color that matches the image of a stag beetle your child has in mind.

For steps where layers of paper need to be tucked in, it’s reassuring to work together with a parent or teacher.

We hope it turns into a wonderful creation that kids will be proud to show off to friends and family.

A flapping pigeon

Origami That Delights Babies: Flapping Pigeon ☆ “Action Pigeon” [With Voice Commentary]

Focus on movement! Here’s an idea for a flapping pigeon that moves.

Many children are drawn to moving toys, right? While origami often brings to mind flat creations, it turns out you can make pieces that move and flap, too! This time, let’s make a cute, flapping pigeon.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper and a pen.

Pigeons are familiar birds for children, aren’t they? If your child enjoys spotting pigeons while out on walks or trips, give this a try!

Movable butterfly

Let’s flap the wings and play! Here’s an idea for a butterfly you can move.

A butterfly’s wings are very flexible—they spread beautifully when it flies and seem to ride the wind in an elegant dance.

This time, let’s make a light and graceful butterfly out of origami.

All you need is a single sheet of origami paper.

Since there aren’t many steps, it’s an easy project for kids to try! Choosing origami paper with your favorite colors or patterns is fun, and decorating the finished butterfly with pens or stickers sounds great, too!

Accordion-folded butterfly

How to make a cute 3D accordion butterfly from a single sheet of origami! An easy folding method even for 2- and 3-year-old preschoolers [Sora’s Origami]

A beautiful silhouette is the highlight! Here’s an idea for an accordion-fold butterfly.

Accordion folding creates fine pleats by making alternating creases in the paper.

When you open the accordion-folded paper, it takes on a fan-like shape, and by using this technique you can make three-dimensional shapes and items with movement—highly recommended! You can complete an accordion butterfly with just a single sheet of origami paper in your favorite color or pattern, so it’s easy to get started.

Definitely give it a try!