When April comes, a new class life begins at nursery schools and kindergartens.For younger preschoolers, everything is brand-new, and many of you may be thinking about incorporating activities that let them enjoy moving their hands.In this article, we introduce origami creations and ideas perfect for April.Focusing on spring-themed motifs like tulips and butterflies, we’ve gathered pieces that are easy even for younger preschoolers to fold.They’re easy to use for parent-child crafts and in classroom activities, so be sure to check them out!
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Recommended for preschoolers! A collection of origami ideas perfect for April (1–10)
How to fold a tulip that even 3-year-olds can do!NEW!
They look adorable when you line up a bunch! Here’s how to fold a tulip.
First, for the flower, fold the origami paper into a triangle twice to make a small triangle.
With the point at the top, lift the left and right corners upward and shape them into a flower.
If you fold the bottom tip just a little, it rounds out and looks cute.
For the leaf, fold the paper in half and open it, then fold both edges toward the center line and fold again to make it narrower.
Angle the bottom slightly to make it look like a stem.
Finally, tape the pieces together and you’re done.
Changing the colors makes it bright and fun.
If you make lots of origami in different colors and line them up, it looks like a flower garden—perfect for seasonal decorations!
Easy and cute way to fold a paper flowerNEW!
Not only can you finish by folding, but you can also have fun by drawing faces in the flowers! First, make diagonal creases in an X shape and open it up, then fold each of the four corners toward the center.
Next, again fold the four corners toward the center, and then fold each one back outward by about three-quarters.
If you also fold the inner parts outward, the flower shape is complete.
After that, feel free to draw a face in the white center area if you like.
Make lots in different colors and display them, and you’ll create a scene that looks like the flowers are having a conversation!
Easy and cute ladybug origami instructionsNEW!
Here’s a cute and easy ladybug origami for spring.
First, fold the paper into a triangle twice to make crease lines.
Fold the bottom corner down so it sticks out just a little past the center line.
Fold the white section up along the creases twice.
Flip it over, then fold the left and right edges up diagonally.
Shape the remaining corner to look like a ladybug.
Finally, use round stickers or a pen to add cute eyes and spots.
If you attach a chenille stem down the middle, it becomes three-dimensional and even cuter! You can stick it on a wall or mount it on construction paper—great for seasonal decorations and posters.
How to fold a cute cherry blossom treeNEW!
If you make lots of them and decorate the wall, you can create a row of cherry trees! First, take a sheet of brown origami paper, make a cross-shaped crease, and open it.
Fold both ends toward the center.
Then fold each side toward the center again, open it, and this time make diagonal “X” creases.
Fold three edges into long, narrow strips to form two triangles, then fold them even narrower.
Open the triangular sections outward, and the tree trunk is complete! For the cherry blossoms, fold pink origami paper into a triangle twice, open it once, then fold the corners to create a rounded shape.
Finally, combine it with the trunk you made first to complete a cherry tree.
Great for practicing with scissors too! Sakura paper cutoutsNEW!
As you make cherry blossoms—symbols of spring—out of origami, let’s also get used to using scissors! First, take pink origami paper, fold it into a square twice, then open it once, and create an X-shaped crease on one half.
Along that crease, start folding from the side without the crease to form a shape like a crêpe.
Next, mark a guide for the cherry blossom petals, cut along the marks with scissors, and open it up—the cherry blossom is complete! Do the same folding, cutting, and opening with a quarter-size sheet of yellow origami paper, then stick it in the center of the pink origami to make the cherry blossom’s stamens.
How to fold a little bird with a single sheet of origami paperNEW!
This cute little bird origami pairs perfectly with displays of other flowers, including cherry blossoms! First, crease a cross, then pick any one side and fold it toward the center twice.
Open the second fold and rotate the paper 90 degrees.
Fold up from the corner along the crease you made the second time, then fold a small portion back, and fold the whole model in half.
Flip it over, add the necessary creases, and gradually shape the corners at both ends so they become the bird’s face and tail.
Make a small slit to create the wings and fold them.
Add eyes with round stickers or a pen, and it’s done!
Cute with origami! How to fold a strawberryNEW!
Strawberries, which are in season in spring, are a big favorite among preschoolers.
Some families may go strawberry picking every spring.
Let’s make those cute red strawberries with origami and enjoy a craft time! Fold a red sheet of origami paper in half horizontally, rotate it, and fold it in half again, then fold the top corners inward.
Fold a green sheet of origami paper in half horizontally, cut it into a smaller long-vertical strip, then divide it into three parts.
Glue the ends of each strip together to form rings.
Make three of these and attach them to the strawberry as leaves.
Draw the seeds with a pen to finish.
Perfect for spring decorations! How to fold a horsetail (tsukushi)NEW!
With a single sheet of origami paper, you can make three horsetail shoots! First, fold the paper in half to make a crease, then from a different direction cut out a long, narrow strip that’s one-third the size.
Fold the strip in half from the top toward the initial crease, then fold it into thirds to make it long and slender.
Make small accordion folds at two spots on the colored section, and slightly fold in the ends and corners.
Finally, draw the horsetail pattern on the white side, and you’re done.
Make lots of them to add a touch of spring to your wall decorations!
Plum blossom ornamentNEW!
Here’s an origami plum blossom that’s perfect for decorations.
Fold the paper into a triangle twice to make crease lines.
Fold down the top corner to make a crease.
Next, fold the middle corner down just a little, then fold both side corners up at an angle.
Fold the left and right sides inward, and use a pen to draw lines that will become the petals.
Cut along the lines with scissors and unfold to finish.
Using different colors makes it more vibrant, and lining up many blossoms looks beautiful.
It’s fun to make with children, so enjoy it as a seasonal decoration.
Cute to display! How to fold a butterflyNEW!
Let’s make butterflies in different colors and sizes to create a spring scene! First, fold the origami paper into a triangle.
You can line up the corners perfectly, but slightly offsetting them adds character and is recommended.
Then fold one end up so that it extends well beyond the opposite edge, and you’re done.
If you like, decorate with pens or stickers.
When butterflies in a rainbow of colors and patterns adorn your wall, a lively and joyful spring scene will appear in an instant!