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

How to fold a heart-shaped ring

[Origami] Heart Ring — Origami English Subtitles

A ring that subtly adorns your finger is an accessory many of us admire.

This project recreates such a ring using a single sheet of origami paper, featuring a large heart that adds a cute touch.

The basic process involves folding the paper into a long, narrow strip, then cleverly using reverse folds along the way to make the heart appear.

As you fold, it’s important to pay close attention to the stepped layers and to keep track of which side—front or back—is showing.

Red or pink origami paper is the classic choice, but trying a variety of colors to compare the different impressions is also recommended.

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Boomerang airplane

@nana_asobi

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Let’s make one with a single sheet of origami paper! Here’s an idea for a boomerang plane.

A boomerang is a unique flying object that spins and returns to you when thrown.

The way it comes back varies depending on your throwing strength and technique, which makes it both a technical challenge and a lot of fun.

This time, let’s try making a boomerang plane out of origami.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper, and the steps are simple and easy to follow—highly recommended! Try throwing your boomerang plane and catching it at just the right moment for some fun play.

How to fold a ribbon

[Origami] How to Fold a Cute Ribbon (Origami Bow) — Be sure to check the description for key tips to avoid mistakes.

Let’s make a cute ribbon out of origami.

First, fold the paper in half to make a rectangle, crease well, and open it.

Fold the top and bottom edges toward the center crease, then open them again.

Next, fold the top and bottom edges toward the nearest creases.

Place the paper so the folded sections are on both sides, and fold it in half horizontally (top to bottom).

Open it, then fold the top and bottom edges to meet at the center.

Fold it in half side to side, then in half top to bottom, and then in half side to side once more.

Open and squash-fold the pockets on the front and back.

Lift the overlapping flap and fold the bottom edge upward.

Do the same on the back: lift the flap and fold the bottom upward, then fold both bottom corners up.

Finally, open and flatten the folds to finish the ribbon.

Pac-Pac Fish

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Let me show you an easy way to fold a fish whose mouth opens and closes.

Fold the origami paper into thirds both vertically and horizontally to make crease lines, then unfold.

If you have a 3×3 grid of squares, you’re set.

Fold the paper into a triangle twice to make creases and unfold, then add one vertical crease on each side of the center line and unfold again.

Fold the top and bottom corners inward along the three vertical creases to form the protruding parts.

Pinch the left and right corners and fold along the creases—like magic, it turns into a fish shape! Fold the tail fin and dorsal fin inward, puff it up slightly, and it’s done.

If you pinch it top and bottom, the mouth opens and closes—very fun!

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A bird eating food

The moving neck is so fun! Let me introduce an idea for a bird that eats food.

For children, birds are fascinating—flying freely through the sky, with vibrant colors and beautiful songs—and they naturally spark curiosity.

Since birds are familiar creatures we often see in daily life, let’s try making one with origami.

It’s also exciting that you can create a unique mechanism where the neck moves using just a single sheet of origami! You can even make bird food using beads or scraps of origami paper!

Munch-Munch Dinosaur

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A dinosaur with its mouth open looks so cute! Here are some ideas for a chomping dinosaur.

Dinosaurs are fascinating to children, sparking their sense of adventure and curiosity.

Their huge, cool appearance fires up kids’ imaginations and can inspire them to learn about the past and living creatures.

This time, let’s make a chomping dinosaur with origami.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper in your favorite color.

The steps are simple and easy to follow.

If you draw expressions and patterns on your finished chomping dinosaur, you can create your very own original dino—highly recommended!

Ring Paper Airplane

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A round-shaped paper airplane is something new! Here’s an idea for a ring paper airplane.

For children, paper airplanes are simple yet offer endless fun.

With just a few clever twists to origami, you can add the joy of flying and a sense of friendly competition—that’s part of the charm.

This time, let’s make a ring paper airplane using origami.

The key is to curl the paper into a loop, which gives it a uniquely gentle, floating flight! It would be fun to compete with friends or family to see whose flies the farthest.