[Childcare] For 4-year-olds! Easy winter origami ideas

Santa’s sleigh

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Here’s a four-fold sled origami that’s perfect for 4-year-olds.

First, turn the paper over and fold it into a triangle.

Fold up the edge just a little, then flip it over and fold the tip down to the bottom.

That’s it! You can also fold one side vertically to slightly change the shape—it looks cute that way, too.

Decorate it with your favorite stickers or washi tape.

If you make and stick on a reindeer or Santa, it becomes a perfect Christmas decoration, so definitely try making it with the kids.

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Mount Fuji

Here’s a recommended way for 4-year-olds to make Mount Fuji using just one sheet of origami paper! First, flip the paper to the back and fold it into a triangle.

Fold the top layer down to align with the edge.

Then fold the tip up so it sticks out a little beyond the edge you just folded, and fold it back down to align with the edge right below.

Next, fold the left and right edges diagonally upward to form a mountain shape, using the top corner as the pivot.

Tuck the bottom part that sticks out inside.

Finally, fold the top tip down just a little—and you’re done! You can glue it onto a backing sheet and draw the first sunrise of the year around it for a cute finish.

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[Origami] How to fold an Otafuku (Lucky Lady) with a single sheet [With voice commentary] A simple and cute good-luck charm recommended for New Year’s and Setsubun!

Recommended for 4-year-olds! Here’s how to fold a cute Otafuku (lucky lady) face.

First, place the origami paper color-side down and fold it into a triangle twice to make crease lines.

With the base edge facing you, fold the two top corners toward the center.

Open them, then fold each corner down to the crease you just made, and tuck the flaps inward along the creases.

Flip the paper over and fold the bottom corner up toward the center.

Fold the new bottom corner up to the center, and fold the left and right corners in to the center, then open them.

Open the sides and fold the left and right black edges down along the creases you made, then fold the top corner down just a little.

Flip it over and you’re done! Draw a cute face with a pen.

Using round stickers for features is also recommended.

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Origami [Origami] Easy winter origami, origami Christmas, presents, also great as Christmas ornaments

Here’s a recommended origami gift you can make with a single sheet, perfect for 4-year-olds! First, place the paper color-side down and fold it into a triangle twice to make creases.

Fold all four corners toward the center, leaving a small gap between them.

Flip it over, then fold the four corners to the center again.

Cut along the gap at one spot with scissors, open the two corners into little pockets, and squash-fold them.

Fold the lower corner of the squashed part up at a diagonal so that a tiny bit sticks out—this creates the ribbon.

Flip it over, and you’re done! It also looks cute as an ornament, so try making it in different colors.

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Bean box for Setsubun

[Origami] Bean Box – Easy Tutorial for Setsubun | February Origami | Simple Folding Method Kids Can Make [Origami]

Perfect for Setsubun bean-throwing! Here’s how to fold a bean box.

You can make it with a single sheet of origami paper.

First, fold the paper using the basic square base.

Fold three corners—except the one that remains closed—toward the center crease.

Flip it over and do the same on the back.

Open the colored flaps with your fingers and squash-fold them.

Tuck in the parts that stick out beyond the edges.

Fold the white section downward, then open the closed side and gently squash and spread it into a box shape.

All done!

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A spinning top you can play with

[Origami] Easy! How to fold a spinning top that spins really well / Fun to play with—whirling origami spinning top

I’ll show you how to fold a spinning top toy that spins beautifully! Prepare three sheets of origami paper in your favorite colors, and use one sheet to make the base.

Start by folding it using the two-layer boat method.

Squash-fold the four corners, then open it up with the crane-style folds.

Fold the inner corners up so the white side shows, then fold the top corner down.

For the second sheet, proceed with the zabuton (cushion) fold, flip it over twice, and fold it into a zabuton again.

Fold the third sheet the same way with the zabuton fold.

After folding into a square and then a triangle twice to make creases, squash along the creases and create a handle.

Finally, assemble the three parts together and you’re done! It’s fun to play with, so give it a try!

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snow rabbit

“Childcare Ideas: Winter Origami” Fold in 4 + 5 Steps! Snow Rabbit Origami (Kids Can Make It Themselves!) · Origami Snow Rabbit Easy

Why not try making a snow rabbit out of origami? It’s a perfect idea for a winter craft.

Prepare white origami paper and start by creating a rounded body.

Fold the ears into triangles, and add small decorations with red or green paper to make it even cuter.

You can draw the eyes and nose with a black pen, or make them from origami too—both look lovely.

Once it’s finished, display it in your room and enjoy the winter atmosphere.

If you attach a string and turn it into a mobile, it will sway in the breeze and look delightful.

Making it together with your child will surely become a wonderful memory.