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Let's give this on the final day of daycare training! A gift made with origami

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and for 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I also engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Afterwards, through freelance writing, planning, and editing work at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Leveraging the perspective cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I aim to deliver practical information—focusing on fields related to music and children—that values both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, handcrafts, toys, drawing, traditional play, the outdoors, books, DIY, and crafts. Special skill: spinning-top tricks.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

On the final day of your childcare practicum, why not prepare a special origami gift for the children?

Here are some easy origami ideas!

There are many lovely ideas that let you put your heart into them.

Try expressing your gratitude to the children with origami.

Attach a warm message to each finished piece and give it to the children—the room will surely be filled with smiles.

Create a heartwarming finale and wonderful memories of your practicum by making origami gifts.

Give this on the last day of your childcare practicum! Origami gifts (21–30)

keychain

DIY [Pop It Origami] Push-pop keychain ♪ You can make it with a single sheet of origami! The instructions are explained slowly. How to make a Pop It keyring origami.

keychain

Let’s try making handmade keychains that can be attached to preschool bags! You can choose parts that spark kids’ interest, like origami pieces with a push-up feature they can poke and pop, or stylish ones made by threading a few sparkly beads onto a string.

You can make the keychain components with thread, or if you want something sturdier, using parts from the dollar store is also recommended.

Just imagining the kids attaching them to their bags is enough to bring a little tear to your eye.

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bouquet

[Flower Origami] Easy bouquet tutorial with voice commentary ☆ Origami Easy bouquet tutorial

bouquet

This is a perfect bouquet-themed message card for cheering on children.

First, make the petals using origami paper.

The key is to use scissors and glue to create gentle rounds and curves.

Next, craft the bouquet and ribbon, then attach the petals to finish.

Write a heartfelt note of thanks in the space that appears when you open the bouquet.

Simply sticking it onto a plain message card adds a touch of elegance.

Try making it as a gift for teachers or parents, too.

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A Pacchincho that looks like a flower

[Origami] How to Make a Flower-Like Pac-Man (Chomper) – A Cute Toy [With Voice Commentary] / Grandma’s Origami

A Pacchincho that looks like a flower

How about giving Pakuncho, a cute toy that even looks like a flower, as a gift for children? The charm of this idea is that you can make it with just a single sheet of origami—no scissors or glue needed! It’s a creative twist on traditional origami, perfect for times when the usual feels a bit plain or boring.

Since both the front and back colors of the paper show, it turns out beautifully with double-sided or patterned origami.

Put your fingers in and move it vertically and horizontally to play—it’s sure to bring smiles to children’s faces!

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Hoppy Frog

[Origami] How to Make a Jumping Frog – Easy! [With Voice Commentary] Origami Jumping Frog / Grandma’s Origami

Hoppy Frog

When it comes to gifts from trainees that make children smile the most, wouldn’t something they can play with together be ideal? The traditional origami “Jumping Frog” not only lets you enjoy folding, but also allows you to have fun playing with the kids after it’s made! It may look a bit complicated at first, but once you get the hang of it, it’s not difficult and you can make it quickly.

The frog hops and jumps, delighting the children.

And if you draw on some eyes, it turns out even cuter.

It’s sure to create even more special memories with the kids!

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Cute box

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Easy origami ✨ Cute BOX 💕 A tall box and a large box ♪ I folded a BOX you can make with a single sheet of origami paper ♪ It’s cute and great for storing small items. It’s easy, so please give it a try ♪ YouTube channelhttps://youtube.com/@miko0805r?si=nLUWyARGpVCRhDt7 Origami #origami #SimpleOrigami #BOX box #kawaii box work #crafts
♬ Very cute melody by marimba tone(39813) – Mitsu Sound

Here’s an idea for a simple and cute box.

Many of you may have made these together with children during your practicum, right? This simple and cute box is perfect as a gift and is useful for separating and storing small parts during craft activities.

All you need is a single sheet of origami paper in your favorite color or pattern.

The steps are easy to follow, so take this opportunity to give it a try.

It also looks like it would be great for pretend play or sticker activities!

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Endlessly Spinning Kaleidoscope

DIY [Fidget Origami] A kaleidoscope-like toy that's easy to make ♪ Stress relief, soothing, ASMR item | How to make fidget toys Origami

Endlessly Spinning Kaleidoscope

How about giving “infinite spinning kaleidoscopes” to kids who love mysterious things? They’re easy to make using just two sheets of origami paper, so both the cost and effort are minimal.

Instead of something ordinary, a playful toy that naturally captures children’s interest makes an ideal gift! If you care about looks, try changing up the materials—mix and match colors, use shiny foil origami, or patterned paper.

It’s a present that will make the giver excited too, wondering how the kids will react.

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Endless Card

Mysterious and fun! How to make a never-ending card from a single sheet of origami paper — origami Never Ending Card [with voice commentary] / Baaba’s Origami

Endless Card

Why not give an “endless card” as a handmade gift to show your appreciation to the children? The key points are that you can make it with just a single sheet of origami paper and you can freely decorate all four sides.

That way, you can include fun memories you shared with the kids and personalized messages for each of them! The card itself is easy to make with simple folding and cutting, so it’s not a burden, and you can also customize it with photos and stickers or add three-dimensional touches with ribbons.

Finish it as a special item that all the children will love, and create the best memory on the final day of your childcare practicum.

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