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 (101–110)
beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)
In summer, many children go out to catch insects or keep them as pets.
One craft I’d like to introduce is an origami rhinoceros beetle, which is especially popular among insects.
First, prepare a sheet of brown origami paper and fold it into a diamond shape.
Next, use the tip as the horn and finish shaping it.
The folding steps are simple, but the result looks quite realistic.
Since you’re making a rhinoceros beetle, you might also make a stag beetle to display alongside it.
It’s also fun to create beetles in unusual colors.
whale
How about using a whale as a motif, since its large appearance makes it so popular? For this one, you create the form with blue origami paper and add eyes to finish it as a whale.
This origami actually pairs well with drawings.
For example, if you stick it onto a picture of the ocean, it adds a sense of realism, and drawing a spout on the top of its body is a good way to express movement.
You can also make whales in different colors or smaller whales to enjoy a parent-and-child look.
Try it while letting your imagination expand.
Simple goldfish
Let’s make it with scissors! Here’s a simple goldfish craft idea.
All you need is origami paper in your favorite color and a pair of scissors.
It’s a fun activity for both kids and adults to enjoy together! The process of making a goldfish with your favorite colored origami paper and scissors is simple yet helps build concentration.
In particular, after cutting the origami, it’s important to fold carefully so you don’t tear the paper—this is a key point.
This step will help develop dexterity and focus.
The finished goldfish is adorable and fun to display!
Simple goldfish
Goldfish that swim as if fluttering through the water have always captured children’s hearts, haven’t they? When you go to summer festivals, plenty of kids want to try goldfish scooping, right? Here’s a goldfish craft you can make with just four folds.
It’s perfect for a summer project—why not give it a try? First, fold a sheet of origami paper into a triangle.
Fold up the bottom about 1 cm, flip the paper over, then fold the left and right corners up to meet the top corner.
That’s all it takes to make a cute goldfish! Finish by drawing the scales and face.
Shaved ice with a spoon
On those scorching summer days when it’s too hot to play outside, how about making a cool and delicious-looking origami shaved ice? All you need are two sheets of origami paper: one for the “bowl” and one for the “ice.” For the “spoon,” use the paper leftover from cutting out the ice.
Fold it so that the syrup part shows in color.
The key is to freely cut with scissors to create the look of syrup.
Slip the ice and spoon into the pouch-like bowl to finish.
Since you don’t need glue, it’s an easy project to try.
Fun to make in childcare! A collection of simple origami ideas recommended for July (111–120)
Dahlia
Let’s make a vibrant dahlia flower out of origami.
By delicately spreading and folding the petals, you’ll achieve a gorgeous finish that truly resembles a dahlia.
Children who love flowers will be delighted.
The key to folding a beautiful dahlia is to proceed carefully through each step, aligning the paper precisely as you fold.
Working in a small group with a teacher’s help will result in a cleaner finish.
It’s a lovely origami project that will make you want to create many in different colors.
tomato
This tomato origami is perfect for make-believe play.
You’ll fold a red sheet of origami paper into a circle to make it.
For the stem, flip the top part inside out and color the white area with a green pen.
By the way, if you cut the origami into four equal pieces beforehand, you can make cherry tomatoes.
It could be fun to make a set with a big tomato and mini tomatoes.
You can also combine it with other vegetables to recreate a greengrocer’s stall as a play activity.
For coloring, an oil-based marker is recommended.