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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 (1–10)

Japanese pilchard on holly leaves

@sayacky_be.child
Materials list, tips, and tricks ▼ (Follow @sayacky_be.child before you forget!) Materials • Paper straws (mine are from Seria) • Green paper with both sides green, like construction paper (mine is from Seria) • Newspaper (about a quarter page) • Aluminum tape (Seria, DAISO, etc.) • Small white round stickers (Seria, DAISO, etc.) Handy tools when making • Scissors • Clear tape • Pinking shears Tips • Some kids bravely throw beans, some cry and run away, and some try to protect others. You’ll see all kinds of little dramas during Setsubun bean-throwing. • I don’t want it to be just a scary event. I hope it becomes an experience that values each child’s individuality and helps them grow. • Aluminum tape is super handy—keep one on hand. When you want to create something shiny or metallic, kids absolutely love it! Nice to meet you! Let’s play like kids! I’m Sayacky, a preschool teacher and mom of two. I share activities that get both kids—and those who used to be kids—excited together! Please follow me ♡ @sayacky_be.child ▲ Check out my other posts#Sayakki-World #HandmadeToys #Childcare Crafting Craft Play #Childcare topic #AtHomePlay #StayHomeTime #100-yen shop DIY Simple craft Kids' crafts Setsubun Bean-throwing (Setsubun)Holly sardine
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Perfect for Setsubun! Here’s how to make a “Hiiragi-Iwashi” decoration.

What you’ll need: a straw, green wrapping sheet or construction paper, scissors, tape, newspaper, aluminum tape or silver origami paper, and round stickers.

Some children find Setsubun events scary.

In that case, how about making a Hiiragi-Iwashi—something ogres dislike—together with your child? It’s said that the spiky holly leaves and the distinctive smell of sardines repel ogres and keep them away.

Give it a try!

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Heart stick

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The glamorous look is so cute! Let me introduce heart sticks.

You’ll need yarn, scissors, a hole punch, straws, drawing paper, paint, colored construction paper, a sponge, ribbon, a palette, and craft glue.

When you think of Valentine’s Day, many people picture heart motifs, right? In this idea, the heart motif takes center stage, so you can enjoy an adorable vibe! How about making heart sticks as a Valentine’s Day craft?

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Valentine’s creations that look just like real cream

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Playing pretend shopping gets exciting! Let me introduce a Valentine’s craft that looks like real whipped cream.

You’ll need paper fruit cutouts, shaving foam, craft glue, a spatula, and a paper cake.

The “cream” in this idea is made by mixing shaving foam with craft glue at a 3:1 ratio (foam to glue) to mimic whipped cream.

It’s thrilling to pick your favorite fruits and add them as toppings, isn’t it? Go ahead and make your very own cake!

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Origami chocolate

That chocolate made with origami! An easy Valentine’s craft #shorts

Origami chocolate

Let’s make everyone’s favorite Apollo chocolates out of origami.

Prepare two sheets of origami paper, one brown and one pink.

Cut each into quarters and use those to make the chocolates.

There are many steps that can be difficult for small children, so it’s best for an adult to help.

Each piece is tiny, so it’s fun to make lots of them.

If you wrap the finished Apollo chocolates cutely and give them to friends or family, you can enjoy even more of the Valentine’s Day vibe.

It’s a cute craft that’s perfect for Valentine’s, so give it a try!

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Ehomaki made of paper

Setsubun Craft: “Make It with Paper! Ehomaki♪”

Ehomaki made of paper

When it comes to the sushi rolls eaten on Setsubun, it’s all about ehomaki.

Let’s make ehomaki together and enjoy the festive atmosphere of Setsubun.

For the fillings, use four colors of origami cut in half, and for the rice, use two sheets of kitchen paper.

Roll each of the four colored origami pieces into long, thin sticks, wrap them with two sheets of kitchen paper, and finally wrap the whole thing in black cardstock like seaweed—your ehomaki is complete! The motion of rolling the “seaweed” gives the feeling of actually making sushi, so if an adult demonstrates first, even younger classes can enjoy the activity with a clear image in mind.

In classes for 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds, it’s fun to let children choose their own filling colors to create original ehomaki, and to pretend to eat while facing the year’s lucky direction (ehō).

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