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[For 5-year-olds] Let’s make origami! A collection of fun folding ideas

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
10 years of experience as a nursery teacher / Kindergarten teacher / Childcare support coordinatormayumi
I studied children’s growth, development, and play, and after obtaining my childcare license, I worked as a childcare worker for over 10 years, supporting children from newborns to those about to enter elementary school. Children show us astonishing growth every day. Wanting to put into words those sparkling moments and the moving experiences I felt in childcare settings, I now work as a writer. I love seasonal crafts, wall decorations, picture books, and fingerplay. Drawing not only on my professional expertise as a childcare worker but also on the practical know-how I cultivated in the field, I strive to write articles packed with tips to bring out children’s “I want to try it!” I hope to share articles that gently lighten the hearts of parents and all those involved in childcare.

Here are some origami ideas for five-year-olds.

By the time children are five, you’ll often see them helping each other with parts they don’t understand or folding while looking at an origami instruction book.

While respecting each child’s pace, teachers should also enjoy working on these together with the children.

We’re introducing lots of ideas—ones you can fold and play with, as well as cute ones to decorate with or wear—so once the origami is finished, be sure to have fun playing with the children!

[Age 5] Let’s Make It with Origami! A Collection of Fun Folding Ideas (101–110)

Rabbit bookmark

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Let’s make your very own special bookmark! Here’s an idea for a bunny bookmark.

What you’ll need: origami paper in colors or patterns you like, black round stickers, and pens or colored pencils.

By using your favorite colors and patterns to create a bunny bookmark, reading is sure to become even more fun.

You can add personality by using the black round stickers for the eyes and drawing expressions with pens or colored pencils—that’s a key point! The design slips neatly over the corner of a page, so it’s practical while also being super cute.

Highly recommended!

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cute flowers

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It’s so appealing that you can make it with just one sheet of origami! Let me share a cute flower idea.

All you need are origami paper in your favorite colors or patterns, and round stickers.

Spring is the season of vibrant, lively flowers, isn’t it? This craft is perfect for that time of year.

It’s great because you can use any colors or patterns you like.

Some steps are a bit tricky, so it’s best to work on it with friends or a teacher.

Try making it while adding your own touches with the origami paper and stickers!

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A butterfly made only with accordion folds

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Let’s try making this with simple steps! Here’s an idea for a butterfly using only accordion folds.

It’s the perfect time for kids to enjoy completing origami projects, so let’s make a butterfly using only accordion folding together.

You’ll need origami paper, origami paper cut into quarter size, and a pipe cleaner.

We’ll use different sizes of origami paper, but since the folding method is only the accordion fold, it should be easy to try.

Create a colorful butterfly with your favorite color combinations!

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Movable butterfly

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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!

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simple butterfly

Create a beautifully shaped form! Here are some easy butterfly ideas.

Butterflies are known for their beautiful patterns and vivid colors, and the way they flutter as they fly has a captivating charm, doesn’t it? This time, let’s make a butterfly with a beautiful form using simple steps.

Although the process is straightforward, it’s a three-dimensional project, so children who are used to mostly two-dimensional creations may feel a bit confused.

It’s reassuring if teachers or guardians can help them finish it in 3D together.

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[For 5-year-olds] Let’s Make Origami! A Collection of Fun Folding Ideas (111–120)

bug cage

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It looks just like a real bug cage! Let me introduce an idea for making and displaying a paper bug cage.

You’ll need light blue origami paper, yellow‑green origami paper, scissors, glue, and a white pen.

This idea features creating separate parts—the handle, lid, and cage—and gluing them together.

When attaching the parts, align the fold lines to stick them on straight! You can also change the origami colors to match the bug cages you have at home or in your classroom.

Give it a try!

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Origami • Ant

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Hardworking and strong enough to carry things heavier than their own bodies! Let’s try making an ant with origami.

You’ll need origami paper in black or gray, plus a pen and round stickers.

Ants are especially active from spring to summer, so you probably see them often on walks, right? There are also many songs and picture books about ants! In those moments, making an ant with origami is a great idea because it helps clarify the goals of the activity.

The steps are simple and easy to follow! Draw the legs and eyes to make it even cuter.

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