[Age 3] Simple summer origami ideas. A roundup of classic summer motifs.

Summer item! Straw hat

Summer Item: Easy! Origami 'Straw Hat' (Hiragana Guide)

Let me show you a simple way to fold a summery, breezy straw hat.

First, fold the origami paper into a triangle to make a crease.

Open it up, then fold the two left edges to meet the crease.

Next, fold the remaining corner inward to form an isosceles triangle.

Flip the paper over and fold up the base of the triangle by about 2 cm.

Fold that section down in half, then fold it up again in half to create the brim.

Fold down the top point of the triangle to shape the hat, tuck in both corners to round it out, and you’re done!

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Easy way to fold a seashell (origami)

[Summer Origami] Easy Seashell 3 Folding Method with Audio Commentary ☆ Origami Shell 3 Tutorial / Tatsukuri

Let’s make colorful, eye-catching summer seashells.

Start by folding the origami paper into a triangle twice.

Fold the left and right corners down to meet at the center bottom.

Next, fold the two middle corners outward to meet the outer corners.

Fold the left and right edges in to align with the center crease, then fold down the small triangular flap.

Again, fold the lower left and right corners in along the crease.

Fold the top corner so both sides are the same height, then tuck the corners to refine the seashell shape—and you’re done.

Enjoy crafting as you work with your hands.

Using colored pens to add patterns to the shell gives it extra dimension and is highly recommended.

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Munch-munch fish

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So much fun! I tried making a chomp-chomp fish that kids will absolutely love! 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 Today’s ocean series 🏖️ is a fish! But it’s not just any fish☺️ This little fish opens and closes its mouth—chomp, chomp💕 It’s super funny and cute with its big mouth opening and closing, so definitely give it a try! +––––––––––––––––––––––––––+ I’m Sachi-mama, raising three rambunctious boys ages 7, 5, and 1❀´- I share play ideas and easy crafts with kids using 100-yen items, nature finds, and recycled materials. Feel free to like, follow, or DM! +––––––––––––––––––––––––––+#AtHomePlay　#AtHomePlaywork　#Summer Craft　Summer activitiesPlay with children#I love crafts　Handmade　 ChildcareOkawadawa, poop-finished seashell craftsea　SummerOrigamiIndoor play　origami　 #origami#Pakupaku Fish　Pakupaku Fish#How to fold a seashell　fishSummer activities

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The opening and closing mouth is so cute! Let me introduce a fun idea for a chompy little fish.

Fish often appear on the dining table, but they also show up a lot in anime, picture books, fingerplay, and songs.

This time, let’s make an adorable fish with a mouth that opens and closes using origami! You’ll need origami paper, round stickers, a permanent marker, and so on.

Solid-color origami looks lovely, but using your favorite patterns or holographic origami will give your fish extra personality.

Munch-Munch Frog

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Kids will absolutely love this! ☺️✨ Chomp-chomp Froggy 🐸💚 Today I tried making a little frog that opens and closes its mouth 🐸✨ This is sure to be a hit with children ☺️ My boys at home can’t get enough of it 👀 You’ll need one sheet of origami paper, plus another sheet cut in half 💓 For the eyes, use round stickers. If you don’t have stickers, paper circles are fine ☺️ The frog’s tongue is made by cutting origami paper and gluing it on ✨ When you move the stick, the mouth goes chomp-chomp ✨ It’s easy to make, so save this and give it a try 🥰 +——————————————+ I’m Sachi, a mom of three energetic boys, ages 8, 6, and 2 ❀´- I share kids’ play ideas and simple crafts using 100-yen items, nature finds, and recycled materials. Feel free to like and follow! +——————————————+#AtHomePlay　#AtHomePlaywork　 Play with children#I love crafts　Handmade　　 #origami#papercraftSpring crafts#Foo Foo Caterpillar　#caterpillar#origami_caterpillar　#OrigamiPlay#Frog　#How to make a frograiny season (tsuyu)　Paku Paku Frog　Rainy Season ActivitiesPlayable Origami

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Unique and adorable expressions! Here are some fun ideas for a chomp-chomp frog.

Frogs are often seen during the rainy season, but they’re also familiar to children through nursery rhymes and picture books.

This time, let’s make a chomp-chomp frog that feels like you can have a conversation with it, and enjoy interacting with kids.

What you’ll need: one sheet of origami paper, one sheet cut in half, glue or double-sided tape, red origami paper, round stickers, a permanent marker, and more.

The lively, talkative movement is sure to capture children’s interest.

corn

[Preschool Craft] Perfect for the Summer Season! Corn with Origami | Origami Corn

Let’s make a summer-only veggie! Here are some corn craft ideas.

What comes to mind when you think of summer vegetables? Corn, which often appears in anime and picture books, is perfect to make with kids.

You’ll need yellow origami paper, green origami paper, and crayons or pens.

For the step where you recreate the round shape of the corn, it’s reassuring to work together with a parent or teacher.

Also, drawing kernels on the finished corn will make it look even nicer!

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!