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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!

[For 5-year-olds] Let’s make it with origami! A collection of fun folding ideas (121–130)

star

[Nursery Teacher’s Tip] Easy Origami Star: How to Make a Star

Here’s how to make a star that shines in the sky.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper and let’s get started.

Fold it into a square and make creases.

Open the paper to puff it up and fold both sides into a triangle.

Fold the left edge toward the center, flip it over, and fold the left edge toward the center on the other side as well.

Pull and spread the left corner, and you’ll get half of a star shape.

Fold the remaining top, left, and right triangles inward by about one third to form the star shape.

Adjust the overall balance, and you’re done! By changing the color and size of the origami paper, you can enjoy stars of different colors and sizes.

Give it a try!

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Infinite Cube

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Infinite Cube

Let me introduce an infinity cube that moves like a funny snake.

Prepare one and a half sheets of origami paper.

Cut one full sheet lengthwise into eight equal strips, and cut the half sheet into four equal strips.

Apply glue to the corner of one strip and attach another strip at a right angle.

Fold the lower strip upward, and fold the other strip over the top.

Keep repeating the same folding motion, using your fingernail to crease firmly each time.

At the end, glue it to secure everything in place, and it’s done.

To make it tumble down stairs, stack and glue together five pieces of cardstock cut to the same shape on the front and back to add weight.

Give the infinity cube a try!

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bamboo shoot

Introducing an easy way to fold a bamboo shoot with origami! Why not fold some during the spring season and use them as decorations? [Ori-Tsuku]

bamboo shoot

The plump, rounded shape is so cute! Here’s a fun bamboo shoot craft idea.

Bamboo shoots are in season in spring, and their texture and aroma are distinctive, aren’t they? Some preschools may even let children handle bamboo shoots as part of food education.

This time, let’s make a bamboo shoot out of origami! All you need is one sheet of brown origami paper.

If you make crisp, precise folds as you go, it will turn out beautifully.

For display, creating green accents like bamboo leaves or stalks will make it look more vibrant, so it’s highly recommended.

Give it a try!

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Poppy

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Poppy

Beautiful like the real thing! Here are some ideas for making poppies out of origami.

Poppies are plants in the anemone family, known for their brightly colored blossoms.

They often come in vivid shades like red, orange, and yellow, and their beauty makes them popular in gardens and flower beds.

This time, let’s try making poppies with origami! You’ll need origami paper, round stickers, glue, scissors, and bamboo skewers.

Some steps are a bit complex, but it would be great to work together with a teacher or friends to finish them.

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[For Ages 5] Let's Make with Origami! A Collection of Fun Folding Ideas (131–140)

rice ball

[Preschool Craft] Perfect for May preschool activities ♪ Easy origami rice balls

rice ball

With spring’s arrival, many preschools and kindergartens likely enjoy field trips and longer strolls.

Here’s an origami idea to go with that theme: how to fold a rice ball (onigiri).

Prepare a sheet of black origami paper to represent the nori (seaweed).

Fold it in half twice into a square to make creases, then unfold.

Fold three corners toward the center point.

Flip the paper over, then fold the remaining corner up so its tip meets the center point.

Next, slightly fold the corners to round the shape, and your onigiri is complete! On the small white “rice” area that shows, draw your favorite filling, or add a red round sticker to make it look like an umeboshi (pickled plum) onigiri—it looks delicious.

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Strawberry message card

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Strawberry message card

Let’s deliver a message to someone special! Here are some ideas for a strawberry-themed message card.

You’ll need red or pink origami paper, a pen, and some stickers.

A strawberry message card is a lovely way to send a heartfelt note to someone important to you.

Make a strawberry shape using red or pink origami paper, then add cute designs with a pen and stickers to create your own original card.

It’s an easy way to give a little gift or express your gratitude, and it’s perfect for enjoying message exchanges with family or friends.

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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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