Have fun in August! A collection of summer origami ideas recommended for preschoolers (4–5 years old)

Easy shaved ice

The summer-filled “Easy Shaved Ice” is an origami idea that even preschoolers can enjoy: with just one sheet of paper, you make both the cup and the ice, then finish by drawing syrup with a pen.

Coloring while imagining your favorite flavors—red for strawberry, green for melon, blue for Blue Hawaii—is a huge hit with kids.

Even with the same shape, each piece shows personality depending on how it’s colored, sparking lively chats like, “What flavor should mine be?” Hang them on the wall and they instantly become a refreshing display! It’s the perfect origami for creating summer memories and expanding children’s imagination.

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For the hot summer, a great recommendation for preschoolers is the “Munch-Munch Goldfish” origami.

Fold it, open it up, and move its mouth, and it looks just like a goldfish from a scooping game swimming around.

Use cool-colored origami paper for a fresh look that instantly boosts the summer vibe.

Once finished, kids can show their goldfish to friends or use them for pretend play—the possibilities are endless.

Many children get hooked and say, “I want to make another one!” fostering imagination while using their fingertips.

Display them on the wall to instantly create a nostalgic atmosphere.

It’s an origami idea full of seasonal charm—fun to fold, delightful to display, and memorable too.

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Easy and cute morning glories

How to Make Summer Flower Origami: Simple and Cute Morning Glory Origami (For Kids!) · Origami Morning Glory

Let’s make a summer symbol, the morning glory, with origami.

Fold the paper into a triangle three times.

Prepare scissors and cut the top of the triangle diagonally.

Be careful not to cut the inner triangular section while cutting.

Open the paper and fold the four corners inward along the lines.

Turn the paper over, fold the corners, shape it into a morning glory, and you’re done.

The steps are simple, so give it a try.

Wrapping paper tape to make a vine and decorating it is a lovely touch too.

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Sunflower folded from a single sheet

[Origami] How to easily make a sunflower from a single sheet! A method kids can do too

Let me introduce a brightly shining summer sunflower.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper and start making the creases.

Fold the corners toward the center along the central lines.

This is an important step to set the base of the origami.

Open it once, then use the crease lines to create the sunflower’s petals.

Flip it over, adjust the shape of the sunflower, round it out, and you’re done.

It’s also a great idea to draw a pattern in the center of the sunflower with a felt-tip pen.

Choosing your favorite colors of origami paper to make colorful sunflowers could be really cute, too.

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How to fold a rhinoceros beetle origami for children aged 4 and up

[Origami] How to Fold a Rhinoceros Beetle [Yoshimoto Comedian span! Makoto]

Let’s fold a rhinoceros beetle, a big favorite among children.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper and fold it into a triangle.

Fold both sides toward the center line.

Then, fold toward the center line again, leaving a gap about the width of 3–4 toothpicks, and make a crease by folding the corner up toward the tip.

Following the creases, make step folds, and also fold the corners so the beetle’s shape becomes nicely rounded.

Once the shape is set, make a small cut with scissors on the beetle’s horn area and twist it to create a cool-looking horn.

When you’re done, display it on a wall or elsewhere and enjoy!

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Origami Whale

[For 4-year-olds] Let’s try it—seasonal origami: “Whale”

Perfect for summer! Here are some origami whale ideas.

How about making a whale gliding gracefully through the sea—you can almost hear the splash! Displaying your finished creation in a room will give it a cool, refreshing feel.

What you’ll need: blue-toned origami paper (like light blue), pens or crayons, and construction paper.

It also sounds fun to let your finished whale swim in the ocean you imagine and to draw its expression.

You’ll probably see creations full of the children’s unique touches.

Pineapple and popsicle

[Summer] Big reveal: Easy and cute craft ideas for three types of pineapples and ice pops! Let’s review how to use glue and scissors [Daycare/Kindergarten]

Here’s how to make pineapples and popsicles to keep you cool in the hot summer.

Prepare pineapple and leaf shapes made from construction paper, cellophane, scissors, and fruit stickers.

First, for the popsicles, cut cellophane and origami paper to get them ready.

Glue the cut cellophane and fruit pieces onto the prepared popsicle base, then cover with clear tape to protect it.

Attach a piece of construction paper cut to look like a popsicle stick, and you’re done.

For the pineapple, glue pieces of yellow and orange origami paper onto the pineapple-shaped construction paper base.

Finally, add the leaves to complete it.

Both projects are fun for kindergarteners, so be sure to give them a try!

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