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[Childcare] Fun to Make! February Craft Ideas Collection

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
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.

February is full of unique delights—like Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, and activities that make the most of the cold, such as ice-making—that children look forward to.

However, when it snows or the temperature drops too low, there will be more days when you can’t go outside.

So this time, we’re sharing craft ideas perfect for February.

We’ve gathered lots of fun projects that will excite children and blow away the winter chill.

Be sure to try making them together with your kids.

Note: Since items made by children are treated as artworks, we refer to them as “creations” in the text.

[Childcare] Fun to Make! February Craft Ideas Collection (91–100)

Plum Blossoms and Nightingales

[Craft Idea] Winter Flowers: Plum Blossoms and a Japanese Bush Warbler (February) (Senior Recreation) (Wall Decorations) (Creative) (Easy) (Childcare/Educational) (Origami)

Plum Blossoms and Nightingales

Since long ago, plum blossoms and bush warblers have been considered a classic pairing that heralds the arrival of spring.

Let’s make this charming duo in origami and display them on the wall so that children can feel the change of seasons.

By crumpling the origami to create wrinkles, you can express a soft, gentle look.

Then, while rounding and making indentations, shape the pieces into plum blossoms and branches.

Showing photos or illustrations of plum flowers beforehand makes it easier to visualize and helps children engage.

For the bush warbler, adjust the approach according to age—have children fold it from origami or color it in.

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snow rabbit

[Craft Idea] Snow Rabbits (January–February, Winter) (Wall Decorations) (Elderly Recreation/OT/Day Services) (Childcare/Educational) (DIY)

snow rabbit

A cute, round “snow rabbit” that you can finish in any size by crumpling paper.

Crumple a suitably sized sheet of newspaper into a ball, then wrap it with printer paper that you’ve pre-crumpled to add texture, and secure it with glue.

Make the rabbit’s eyes by rolling up small pieces of cut origami paper, and prepare the ears by cutting green origami paper into leaf shapes.

Attach the eyes and ears to the rounded base, and you’re done! The crumpling part is fun even for children who aren’t yet comfortable using tools, so give it a try.

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[Childcare] Fun to Make! February Craft Ideas (101–110)

Heart mobile

[Craft Play] Let's make a heart mobile you can use for Valentine's Day decorations

Heart mobile

How about making a heart mobile for Valentine’s Day on February 14? You can make a cute mobile by gluing together hearts cut from four stacked sheets of construction paper, or by forming hearts from long, thin strips of origami paper and gluing them together, then attaching them to twine and hanging them from above.

Mobiles are said to nurture children’s vision and curiosity.

By incorporating red and pink colors, heart and ribbon shapes, you can enjoy even more of a Valentine’s atmosphere in your room.

Use sparkly ribbons or chenille stems to make it extra festive—sure to boost any girl’s excitement! Adjust the activity to your class’s age: have them draw pictures, use scissors to cut their favorite shapes, and try different approaches as you create together.

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In conclusion

We introduced many craft ideas to enjoy February, such as Setsubun and Valentine’s Day. We hope children will become familiar with February’s events and the winter season through crafting, deepening their interest and curiosity. As this is the time when they gradually move up to the next grade, it’s also a good idea to incorporate slightly more advanced steps into their crafts. Experiencing that they can do something new builds children’s confidence and brings them joy. We hope you’ll enjoy a fun time getting absorbed in activities together with the children.