[For 4-year-olds] Enjoy February! A Collection of Craft Ideas

snow globe

How about having teachers and children work together to make a snow globe with a snowflake theme? Fill a clear plastic container with sparkling beads and sequins, then decorate it with handmade snowflakes on top.

Since it’s made without water, there’s no worry even if it gets tipped over.

Once the piece is finished, flip the plastic container and shake it—it will look just like real snow falling and settling.

Children can create a beautiful winter scene with their own hands, and it can be enjoyed as interior decor as well.

ogre mask

Handmade Oni Masks! A Preschool Teacher Explains Easy Setsubun Crafts (For 3- and 4-Year-Olds)

February, when the winter chill feels especially sharp, is the perfect time for indoor craft activities.

Making masks inspired by the ogres (oni) that appear during Setsubun is a wonderful opportunity to spark children’s creativity.

Cut out horns and eyes from colorful origami or craft paper, and stick them onto faces together with the kids.

It’s also fun to use paints to create vibrant expressions.

Then, on Setsubun day, they can wear their oni masks and enjoy an energetic bean-throwing celebration.

It will be a heartwarming craft that families and guardians are sure to appreciate.

Setsubun wreath

In February, we welcome a new season with Setsubun.

In that spirit, how about trying a Setsubun wreath craft for four-year-olds? Make the base out of origami and then attach motifs like the character for “fortune” (福), oni (ogres), and Otafuku.

The process will spark children’s creativity.

Add plum blossoms to bring a touch of spring and seasonal feeling.

Creating it together with the teacher becomes a way to share the joy of spring.

Displaying it at the entrance or in a room also makes it perfect as a Setsubun talisman to ward off evil.

Valentine’s Jack-in-the-Box

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For a Valentine’s craft, how about a jack-in-the-box that bursts open with messages like “I love you” and “Thank you”? Slice a milk carton into 6 cm rings, then attach cut-out construction paper in the shape of your favorite animals or characters, along with your messages.

Make small cuts along the fold lines of each piece and hook rubber bands into the slits.

Fold the pieces while stretching the rubber bands and stack them.

Finally, pack them into a box made from a milk carton and tape the lid closed to finish your surprise box.

The contents pop out with more force than you’d expect, guaranteed to get kids excited! It’s also perfect for birthday parties and other celebratory events.

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Gift box made with paper cups

[Craft Play] Let's make an easy Valentine's gift box with paper cups

Here’s how to make a cute gift box from a paper cup! First, cut off the wide rim so the cup can lie flat.

Make vertical slits around the rim area, each going a little less than halfway down.

Cut a strip of origami paper (or similar) and wrap it around the cup like a cake decoration, then stick it on.

Put your present inside the cup.

Close the top by folding down the slit sections, tape them in place, and add a ribbon to finish! The way you make the slits will change how the lid looks when closed, so get creative and have fun experimenting.

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The opening-and-closing mouth is so cute! Here’s a recommended craft for 4-year-olds that you can make with colored paper cups.

First, make the head using a colored paper cup.

Make two vertical slits on opposite sides.

Open it up, cut off the top part of the head, and make a small slit a little above the center to form the jaw.

Next, use the leftover paper to make the arms and legs.

Apply wood glue to the jaw area to attach and form the body.

Use origami paper to make the ogre’s pants.

Decorate the ogre’s face and horns, and it’s done! It’s also fun to draw any face you like for the ogre.

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puffy 3D heart

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Enjoy original decorations too! Here’s an idea for making a puffy 3D heart out of origami.

All you need is origami paper in your favorite color.

Hearts are perfect for Valentine’s Day, and making them three-dimensional makes them even cuter! The steps are simple, but you’ll need some strength when creasing layered paper and when blowing air into the model, so it’s best to work together with a parent or teacher.

Decorating the finished heart with drawings or stickers will make it look even more festive!