For older kindergarteners: Let’s make it! A collection of recommended origami ideas for February
February brings a string of cold days, which means more time playing indoors, doesn’t it?
That’s why we recommend origami play.
In this article, we’re sharing a collection of origami ideas you’ll want to try in February.
As graduation from kindergarten approaches, many older children have gained lots of new skills.
Even with origami models they’re making for the first time, many children can now follow instructions or an origami book and fold on their own without the teacher guiding each step.
If teachers create and display origami diagrams, children can choose what they want to make and fold freely!
It’s wonderful to provide an environment where children can make what they want, when they want.
Please use these ideas as inspiration and try making all kinds of things!
- [For preschoolers] A collection of origami ideas to enjoy February, including Setsubun and Valentine’s Day
- [For Preschoolers] Let’s Make It Together with the Kids! Origami Ideas for February
- [For 4-5-year-olds] Folding is fun! A collection of January origami ideas to enjoy with preschoolers
- [For 5-year-olds] Let’s make origami! A collection of fun folding ideas
- [Kindergartners (Older Group)] Folding is Fun! Recommended January Origami Idea Collection for Senior Kindergarteners
- [For 4–5 year olds] A collection of recommended origami ideas for March—featuring seasonal events and natural motifs
- Recommended in February! A collection of easy origami ideas perfect for childcare to enjoy the season.
- [For 5-year-olds] Let’s Make It! A Collection of Recommended Craft Ideas for February
- Perfect for September childcare! A collection of origami ideas recommended for older preschoolers
- Captivating for older kindergarteners! A collection of fun origami ideas for December
- Fun Origami Ideas for July That Older Kindergarteners Will Love
- [For Preschoolers] Fold with Fun! January Origami Ideas for Little Ones
- [For 4-year-olds] Enjoy February! A Collection of Craft Ideas
For Older Kindergarteners: Let’s Make It! Recommended Origami Ideas for February (21–30)
cat
February 22 is Cat Day—meow meow meow!—so why not make a cute cat out of origami? Prepare two sheets of origami paper: one large and one small.
You’ll make the head with the larger sheet.
First, fold it into a triangle twice to create a cross of creases, then unfold.
Fold all four corners toward the center.
Fold up two corners largely to form the ears, and fold the remaining corners to add roundness to the cat’s face.
Next, use the smaller sheet to make the body: fold it into a triangle, then narrowly fold one side over twice, and you’re done.
Glue the head and body together, and draw any expression you like!
Heart-shaped message card
Why not send your message with a cute origami heart? First, fold it into a triangle twice and a square twice to create cross-shaped creases, then unfold.
Place it so a corner is at the top and bottom, fold the bottom corner up toward the center and unfold, then fold along the crease three times.
Do this on all sides.
Next, fold the top corner down toward the center, and fold the left and right corners inward twice.
Fold the bottom corner up toward the center, then make a vertical cut halfway up from the bottom with scissors.
Tuck in the cut corners, flip it over, and you’re done.
If any parts lift up, glue them down.
It would make a lovely gift for Valentine’s Day!
Heart-shaped box
Let’s make a heart-shaped box perfect for Valentine’s Day! First, fold the paper in half both ways to make a cross-shaped crease, then open it and fold the bottom up to meet the center line.
Open the lower right section and collapse it, then fold it back along the crease from the center.
Do the same on the left side.
Fold the lower left and right corners down into triangles, then fold them in along the side creases.
Fold up the two small triangles, then open them out since they form pockets.
Open them along the vertical center line and tuck the top corners inward.
Glue the heart-shaped section in place.
After that, follow the video as a reference and collapse it into a pouch shape to finish.
Try putting in small sweets and giving it as a gift!
Easy with just one sheet! Snowman
The charm of this origami is how easy it is—you can make a snowman with just one sheet of white paper.
There are many small, detailed folds, so try tackling it together with your child.
Each step is simple, but because it involves lots of precise finger work, staying focused is important.
As you go, guide them with prompts like “This part is next,” or demonstrate each step so they can work with confidence.
At the end, draw the face with a pen or add patterns, and each snowman will have its own unique expression.
When you line up the finished pieces for display, you can clearly see how different their expressions are—even though they’re all snowmen—making them even more fun to look at.
Snow fairy! Adorable long-tailed tit (Shima-enaga)
Why not try making the popular long-tailed tit as a “snow fairy” with origami? All you need is a single sheet of your favorite origami paper and a black pen, so preparation is super easy.
Fold by creasing and flipping the paper as you go: use the white front side to represent the body and the colored back side for the wings.
Finish by drawing the eyes and beak with a black pen to enjoy different expressions.
With few steps, it’s easy even for a 3-year-old, so it’s highly recommended.
After it’s done, you can show them to each other or line them up on the wall to create a cute atmosphere.
Ehomaki made with origami!
When it comes to Setsubun, some people might picture ehomaki sushi rolls.
This time, I’ll introduce a simple ehomaki craft idea using origami.
What you’ll need: black origami paper, various colors of origami cut into small pieces, and glue or double-sided tape.
It’s unique how the small, colorful pieces represent the fillings of the ehomaki.
The finished piece is flat, so it’s perfect for wall displays! Be sure to give it a try.
Origami for a Setsubun wreath
I want to use these for room decorations! Here’s a colorful and cute wreath idea.
You’ll need origami paper in various colors, pens or crayons, round stickers, and double-sided tape or glue if needed.
The key feature is a lovely design that combines parts for a blue oni, a red oni, and an Otafuku face.
You can enjoy adding personality through the expressions of the oni, so it’s highly recommended! In the video, the project is made with quarter-size origami paper, but it’s a good idea to adjust the paper size to suit the children’s growth and abilities.