There are lots of kids who love dinosaurs, aren’t there?
Dinosaurs are so fascinating that not only boys but girls, too, can get totally absorbed in them.
In this article, we’ve put together instructions for folding dinosaurs that are popular with kids, like the Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops, and Pteranodon.
There are a variety of models, from easy to difficult, so be sure to try them together as a parent-child activity.
If you change the size or type of origami paper, you can make them look even cooler—your kids are sure to be thrilled when they see the finished results!
Adults might get hooked, too!
Let’s make all kinds of dinosaurs and have fun.
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Let’s make it with origami! A roundup of how to fold dinosaurs (1–10)
Tyrannosaurus
The Tyrannosaurus, often called the most fearsome carnivorous dinosaur, is loved by both adults and kids.
How about recreating that Tyrannosaurus with origami? If you use a relatively large sheet, about 26×26 centimeters, you’ll get a striking, powerful form! The key is to focus on making precise creases as you fold.
It might be difficult at first, but with practice you’ll improve.
Let’s make a meticulously detailed Tyrannosaurus and show it off!
Spinosaurus
With the sail-like structure on its back, Spinosaurus was once called a quirky dinosaur.
After appearing in the Jurassic Park series, it quickly became hugely popular! Made in origami, it looks adorable and you can’t help but grow fond of it.
You can make it with standard-sized origami paper, and it’s not too difficult, so it’s a great recommendation for kids’ summer vacation projects! If you tweak the size and paper colors, you can create a whole Spinosaurus family and have fun with it.
Give it a try!
Mosasaurus
The mosasaurus is a dinosaur with scales that looks like a cross between a shark and a crocodile.
It’s said to have been the most fearsome creature in the Cretaceous seas! Many people may remember it from Jurassic World.
Let’s try to depict this mosasaurus using a large sheet of origami paper.
A 26×26 cm sheet works well, or you can cut paper to that size.
For complex dinosaur folds, larger paper makes the process easier.
Some steps may be challenging, but give it a try and do your best!
Brachiosaurus
How about trying to fold a Brachiosaurus in origami, known for its long neck and said to be the tallest dinosaur? To achieve the long neck, you’ll use three sheets of standard-size origami paper.
First make the head and neck, then the tail, and finally the body and legs.
Finish by gluing the parts together, and you’re done! It’s relatively easy to make and has a cute shape, so it’s great to do with kids.
Making several and using them as decorations would look lovely, too! Give it a try and have fun creating one.
Allosaurus
How about making an Allosaurus—one of the top carnivorous dinosaurs alongside Tyrannosaurus—with origami? Use a large 26×26 cm sheet of origami paper, or a piece of paper cut to that size.
It’s made from a single sheet, so the difficulty may be on the higher side, but the finished form looks really cool and is definitely worth the effort! Tips for success include holding the paper in place with your fingers to prevent shifting and making crisp, firm creases—keep these in mind as you fold.
If you make it for a dinosaur-loving child, they’re sure to be delighted.