[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] Easy Spring-Themed Origami Ideas to Enjoy with 5-Year-Olds (11–20)
Dandelion candy holderNEW!
Here’s an origami idea for a cute candy holder inspired by dandelions.
It’s practical and perfect for small gifts.
Fold the paper into a triangle, divide it into three sections, then pull forward and fold to create leaf shapes.
Open the base into a square and pull along the diagonals to form a neat box shape—that’s the key.
Use a strip of masking tape wrapped around to represent the stem and bring the whole design together.
Handy for small snacks or trinkets.
It looks fun and is a recommended arrangement for everyone from kids to adults.
A box of dandelion flowers and fluffNEW!
This is a box-shaped dandelion you can decorate and enjoy, adorned with flowers and fluff.
Its stylish design makes it a striking interior accent.
Use four sheets of origami: some for the flowers and some for the box.
For the box origami, turn it face down and crease the fold lines neatly.
Fold the other side the same way, glue it, and form the box shape.
Make the dandelions with a slitted sheet and a thin strip of paper, then attach them to all four sides of the box and connect them to finish.
Arranging the petals—slit and spread—creates a vibrant look.
It’s a display-worthy craft that children and adults can enjoy together.
A simple dandelion flowerNEW!
Here’s an easy dandelion idea that uses a basic folding method to create a flower shape and is simple to customize.
Fold the paper to align the top, bottom, left, and right edges to make creases, then align the opposite corners to add diagonal creases.
After cutting to the center, make pleat folds along the crease lines and align the inner corners to neaten the shape.
Slightly curl the petals for a softer look.
Glue two identical pieces face-to-face to complete the flower.
Connect a diamond-folded leaf and a made stem to create a cute dandelion.
Making them in different colors is recommended—it looks more festive when displayed together.
Three-dimensional origami dandelionNEW!
This is a striking dandelion craft with a delightful three-dimensional feel.
Cut a rectangle from origami paper, make fine slits, then roll it up while gluing to form the flower.
The key is to space the slits evenly for a beautiful finish.
Create the stem with a different sheet of origami, and add jagged-cut grass for a natural look.
Connecting rolled pieces to form a frame will make it stand out as a decoration, too.
The steps are easy to follow, making it great for both kids and adults.
Display it on a desk or in an entryway to bring a touch of spring.
Framed origami dandelion wall decorationNEW!
The framed origami dandelion wall decoration is a vibrant interior piece that can be displayed as is.
First, fold the origami paper little by little from the top and bottom to make firm creases, then trim the top, bottom, left, and right to refine the shape.
By folding the edges inward, you create a frame-like border.
Next, take a rectangular piece of origami paper, make fine slits in it, roll it up tightly, and gently open the petals.
Finally, arrange the leaves in a balanced way to complete a dimensional dandelion.
It’s a satisfying project and an idea that kids and adults can enjoy together.
Make it with paper cutting! Dandelion fluffNEW!
Here’s a gentle, paper-cutting idea that captures the soft, airy spread of dandelion fluff.
Prepare origami paper, scissors, and a pencil.
Fold the origami paper in half twice, then fold it again into a triangle.
Open and align the layers so they fan outward, sketch the dandelion seed design, and cut carefully.
The key to a neat finish is to take your time with the fine details.
When you gently unfold it, a radiating pattern appears, revealing delicate fluff.
It’s a project that’s fun to open and see, recommended for both kids and adults.
Display it by a window to let the light shine through and make it even more beautiful.
[Origami] Simple paper-folding ideas to enjoy spring with 5-year-olds (21–30)
Easy for adults! Dandelion origamiNEW!
An easy-to-display origami idea that lets you make a flat dandelion with soothing, cute petals.
It features sharp petals that look great as desk or wall decorations.
Use 15 cm and 13 cm origami papers; fold them into a triangle twice, then align to the center to form a neat square.
Fold up and down along the horizontal crease, then flip and angle the piece—this step is key to creating clean petals.
Fold the top-left and bottom-right corners, then square off the diamond section to stabilize the shape.
Once the petals are formed, tuck the corners to the back to finish.