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 (41–50)
Perfect for summer! How to fold a cicada (origami)
Here’s an origami project idea that’s a bit of a fun challenge for older preschoolers: how to fold a cicada.
It takes concentration to carefully fold the wings and body, but that makes the sense of accomplishment even greater when it’s finished.
Using darker origami paper like brown or black will look realistic, while bright colors create a cute look—your choice of colors brings out individuality.
Adding patterns on the back to make your own unique cicada is also recommended.
If you stick the cicadas on the wall, it will look as if they’re perched on a tree, instantly giving your classroom or room a summery feel.
It’s a perfect summer origami craft that lets kids enjoy the season while developing fine motor skills.
Shaved ice you can make with a single sheet of origami paper
Perfect for three-year-olds! Here’s an idea for making shaved ice using just one sheet of origami paper.
In summer, colorful shaved ice lines the shops and festival stands—it’s so icy-cold that you can’t help craving it on hot days.
This time, let’s make that shaved ice with a single sheet of origami.
All you need is one sheet of origami paper in your favorite color and a pair of scissors.
The key is to use the scissors to cut it so it looks like syrup is poured over the ice! This is where kids’ individuality will really shine through in their creations.
Give it a try!
Swirly soft-serve ice cream
You can make a three-dimensional soft-serve ice cream using origami.
First, let’s make the cone.
For the cone, draw a diagonal curved line on the origami paper as if drawing part of a circle, and cut along the line with scissors.
Draw crisscross lines to mimic a waffle cone, roll it into a cone shape, and secure it with clear tape.
For the soft-serve part, fold the origami paper in half twice.
When you have a small square, perform a squash fold to open it up.
Fold the opened piece in half, then twist it sideways as if rolling it.
Open it layer by layer and secure with tape, place it inside the waffle cone, and you’re done.
Easy-to-understand lantern
Let’s fold a paper lantern, the kind you often see at summer festivals.
First, fold the origami paper in half, then fold back about 1 centimeter at the top and bottom.
Next, fold it vertically, and fold both sides inward toward the center crease so they face each other.
Then make a small reverse fold, fold the corners into triangles, and form the colored-edge side into a ring and flatten it.
That’s it—you’re done! It’s fun to add a pattern in the middle, and using multicolored origami will give you a vibrant lantern.
Give it a try!
Cute crab
Searching for crabs that often hide among rocks in the sea or rivers can be a wonderfully seasonal and fulfilling activity for children.
Here’s a simple origami crab you can make.
Fold into a triangle and a square to create creases.
Using those creases as guides, tuck the paper inward to form a triangle and shape the model.
While aligning with the central starting point and center line, fold and bend to create the crab’s claws and legs.
A key tip is to press the folds firmly.
Draw eyes on round stickers, attach them, and you’re done!
Perfect for summer! Penguin
Let’s fold a refreshing summer penguin with origami.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper.
Fold it into a triangle to make a crease.
Using the crease as a guide, fold the penguin’s body.
Make sure the left and right sides are symmetrical.
For the wings, fold carefully so the tips come to a point.
For the face, fold in the corners to create a rounded look.
Once finished, draw the eyes and enjoy displaying it on the wall or as a summer class project.
corn
Why not try making corn that’s in season in the summer? This project is unique because of its slightly unusual method: you fold the paper while layering green and yellow origami together.
The folding itself is simple, but you’ll enjoy watching the piece come together in a different way than usual.
Once you’ve formed the corn shape, draw a grid with a pen to represent the kernels.
The bright colors make it perfect for a wall decoration, and it could also be used for pretend play or as an addition to illustrations.
