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[Childcare] Recommended in June! A collection of simple origami ideas

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As we enter the rainy season, it’s a time when we spend more hours indoors.

Here, we’ve gathered origami ideas to incorporate into June’s childcare activities.

We introduce a wide range, from simple steps that little children can enjoy together to origami pieces teachers can use for wall displays.

How about making seasonally themed creations in origami, such as animals like frogs and snails, or hydrangeas and umbrellas? There are plenty of easy ideas with few steps, so be sure to make use of them in your daily activities!

[Childcare] Recommended for June! A collection of easy origami ideas (61–70)

necktie

How to fold a necktie with origami. Easy to make for Father’s Day!

necktie

Father’s Day, which falls on the third Sunday of June each year, is a day to express our gratitude and say “thank you” to dads who always watch over us and care for us.

How about making crafts and gifts inspired by Father’s Day? Let’s make a stylish origami tie that will suit Dad.

As you think of his face, create it together with the children while discussing what feelings they want to convey to him.

You’re sure to end up with a warm, wonderful tie filled with the children’s heartfelt thoughts!

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Beer

[Origami] Easy Beer Folding Method! Recommended as a Father’s Day Gift [Origami Beer]

Beer

The third Sunday in June is Father’s Day, right? For Father’s Day, how about making a beer out of origami for a dad who loves beer? Prepare a sheet of yellow origami paper and start folding.

Use the white back side of the paper to make the beer foam.

If you fold it into a shape with a handle, you’ll have a beer mug! Yellow is the typical color for beer, but using black origami paper to make a dark beer is also a great idea.

Match your dad’s preferences and make a cute origami beer!

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wristwatch

[Origami] Let’s make an easy-to-fold watch! [Origami Watches]

wristwatch

In connection with Time Day on June 10, many nursery schools and kindergartens may incorporate clocks into their craft activities.

Here is a wristwatch you can make from a single sheet of origami paper.

For older preschoolers who are beginning to take an interest in letters and numbers, it might be a good opportunity to try writing the numerals on the clock face.

After making it, it’s also recommended to wear it on the wrist or use it for pretend play, such as running a shop.

Let’s also use picture books and other materials to teach children about the origins and meaning of Time Day and the importance of time.

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In conclusion

We introduced simple origami ideas for June that can be enjoyed in childcare activities. The ones with straightforward steps are perfect for making together with three-year-olds. If you combine finished pieces like teru teru bozu and hydrangeas and display them on the wall, it will instantly brighten up indoor spaces during the rainy season. Enjoy a wonderful time with the children while feeling the change of seasons.