[Origami] Simple Origami Folding Ideas to Savor Spring with 5-Year-Olds
Origami is one of those activities that nurtures dexterity in the fingers and boosts concentration, positively supporting children’s healthy development.
By the time children are five, the range of things they can make with origami increases dramatically, so it’s great to incorporate an environment in childcare where they can freely create anytime.
Here, we’re sharing spring-themed origami ideas for five-year-olds.
We’ve included plenty of fun folding instructions featuring springtime flowers, insects, and seasonal foods.
Add little twists—like drawing on what you made or adding stickers—to expand the play, and make good use of these ideas for spring crafts.
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[Origami] Simple origami ideas to enjoy spring with 5-year-olds (101–110)
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.
bug cage
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It’s just like a real bug cage! Let me share 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 making separate parts—the handle, lid, and basket—and then gluing them together.
When you assemble them, align the crease lines to stick them on straight.
You can also adjust the colors of the origami to match any bug cage you have at home or in the classroom.
Give it a try!
Strawberries you can make in 3 minutes
Try making it with two sheets of origami! Here’s a strawberry idea you can make in 3 minutes.
You’ll need red origami paper, green origami paper, and a black pen.
The key idea is folding while stacking the red and green sheets together.
If the papers slip, it’s a good idea to secure them with double-sided tape or a tape glue.
After folding it into a strawberry shape, draw the seeds with the black pen.
Give it a try using two sheets of origami!
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Hardworking and strong enough to carry things heavier than their own bodies! Let’s make an ant out of origami.
You’ll need origami paper in colors like black or gray, plus a pen and round stickers.
Ants become active from spring to summer, so you probably see them often when you go for a walk.
There are also many songs and picture books about ants! Making an ant with origami at such times is recommended because it helps clarify the aim of the activity.
The steps are simple and easy to follow! Drawing the legs and eyes will make it even cuter.
Strawberry Gift
So cute you’ll want to make lots of them! Here are some strawberry-themed gift ideas.
You’ll need red construction paper, scissors, green origami paper, glue or double‑sided tape, a hole punch, and a thin ribbon.
Let’s make an adorable, realistic gift box with a fun open-and-close mechanism that you’ll find addictive! For steps that involve cutting stacked, thick paper or origami, it’s safer for a parent or teacher to handle them.
Drawing patterns and threading the ribbon can help develop fine motor skills, too!
[Origami] Simple spring-themed origami ideas to enjoy with 5-year-olds (111–120)
Strawberry message card
Let’s deliver a message to someone special! Here are some ideas for strawberry-themed message cards.
You’ll need red or pink origami paper, pens, and stickers.
Strawberry message cards are a lovely way to send a heartfelt note to someone important.
Make a strawberry shape using red or pink origami paper, then add cute designs with pens and stickers to create your own original card.
It’s an easy way to give a small gift or express your appreciation, and it’s perfect for exchanging messages with family and friends.
strawberry tray
It’s exciting that you can make this with just one sheet of origami paper! Let me introduce an idea for a strawberry tray.
All you need to prepare is red or pink origami paper.
Make a cute tray with a strawberry motif and try putting your favorite small items or snacks in it! Some parts of the process are a bit complex, but once you master them, you can apply the techniques to various folds, so it’s a good idea to try it together with friends, guardians, or teachers.
If you color the leafy top with crayons or colored pencils, it will look even nicer!