Fun to make in childcare! A collection of easy origami ideas recommended for July
A summer of continuing hot days! In childcare, we also worry about things like children getting heatstroke, don’t we? At times like that, how about enjoying origami indoors? Here, we’ll introduce origami ideas that are perfect for July.
Most of the folding methods are relatively simple, so they’re easy for children to try.
Once you’ve folded them, try decorating the wall with them or using them for pretend play.
Origami helps expand creativity, so it’s highly recommended.
Please use this as a reference and enjoy your origami time!
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Fun to make in childcare! A collection of simple origami ideas recommended for July (91–100)
Corn that you can make cute
Corn, known as a summer vegetable, is also popular as a snack for children.
Here’s an idea for making corn using a single sheet of origami paper.
Fold the paper into a triangle, open it once, then fold the bottom edge and the left edge to meet the crease.
Rotate the paper so the pointed end faces down.
Fold both corners of the folded section outward, then fold them inward again along the lines you just made.
Flip the paper over and fold the left and right sides toward the center, then slightly fold the top and bottom corners inward to finish.
Draw a face on the corn and add patterns for the kernels to complete it.
Origami fan that opens with a twirl
The “uchiwa” (hand fan) I’m introducing this time is made with origami paper and disposable chopsticks.
First, prepare three sheets of origami paper.
Accordion-fold them, then fold each in half and glue the center.
If you apply glue all the way to the center, it will come out neat.
Once you’ve made three of these parts, glue them together.
Finally, firmly attach the chopsticks to the front and back of the origami with tape, and you’re done.
By getting creative with the patterns, you can also make watermelon, kiwi, and orange designs.
It’s so colorful that you’ll look forward to opening this fan.
Fun to make in childcare! A collection of simple origami ideas recommended for July (101–110)
Guri and Gura’s Seaside Swim
Let’s try making a craft inspired by the picture book “Guri and Gura’s Seaside Adventure.” First, use blue and white paint on light blue construction paper to create waves.
Prepare the environment so the children can freely express themselves.
Make Guri and Gura using origami—don’t forget their trademark red and blue hats.
Next, cut out two swim rings from construction paper.
Finally, glue all the parts onto the paper, and it’s complete! Just looking at it will make you feel like you’re at the beach.
gliding fish
In summer, many kids go to the beach or visit aquariums.
So, how about making a fish out of origami? If you attach a paper clip to the fish and prepare a rod with a magnet, you can enjoy a fishing game, too.
After folding the origami paper into a triangle, overlap the left and right corners at the center to make three folds.
Fold the two overlapped corners back outward—this part will become the fish’s tail.
Fold the corner beneath the tail inward, and your fish is complete! Flip the origami over and draw the eyes and scales.
lantern
It’s nice to have an easy origami project you can make while spending time in your room, isn’t it? This time, we’re introducing a “lantern” that evokes summer festivals.
When folding the part that needs to be creased well and folded into a triangle, take your time and work slowly.
Once it’s finished, you can have fun by adding patterns or writing characters on it.
We also recommend making lots of them to decorate your room.
This origami is a great idea for five-year-olds who are getting good at fine motor tasks and will find it rewarding to tackle.
Give it a try!
Cicada with perfectly round eyes
Some 5-year-olds may enjoy catching and observing cicadas, insects that are unique to summer.
Why not try making one together while recalling how cicadas look? The folding method is simple, based on a triangular shape.
For the wings, fold them slightly offset so there’s a gap in the center.
For the eyes, stick on paper circles punched with a craft punch.
You can also draw them directly with a pen.
It’s also recommended to turn your finished cicadas in various shapes into an art display by sticking them on the wall.
ice cream
Did you know you can easily make a delicious-looking ice cream on a cone out of origami? First, prepare origami paper in a color similar to a cone.
Fold it into a triangle, then fold the paper along the center crease.
That will become the cone part.
For the ice cream, use the white side on the back of the origami paper, and color it to match your favorite flavor.
You could also cut out the ice cream part from another sheet of origami or from wrapping paper and paste it on.
It’s fun to make various kinds of ice cream and play pretend as an ice cream shop, too.
