[Childcare] Cute Penguin Craft Ideas | Introduced by Age Group
Among the creatures found in aquariums, penguins are especially popular with children.
They can be used in many situations—for example, as a motif that creates a cool, refreshing feel in the hot summer, or depicted together with snow and scarves in winter.
However, depending on the class’s age group, you may find yourself unsure about how to approach the expression.
So this time, we’re introducing penguin craft ideas tailored to different target ages.
We’re sharing a variety of ideas, from items you can display and enjoy to ones you can play with.
Please use them as a reference.
Because items made by children are treated as works, we use the term “seisaku” (制作) in the text.
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[Childcare] Cute Penguin Craft Ideas | Introduced by Age Group (11–20)
Cozy Penguin

Here’s how to fold an origami penguin that can also wear a hat and scarf.
First, fold it into a triangle twice, then open it once.
With a corner pointing down, fold up the top layer so about 2 centimeters stick out, then fold it down along the edge.
Fold the edge you just made in half to make a crease, then fold the bottom corner up to that crease to set a guideline.
Next, fold the other corner up toward the front crease.
Fold the tip of the corner down just a little.
Fold up along the crease you made earlier, align the edges, and fold the whole piece in half.
Finally, adjust the shape to look like a penguin and draw the eyes with a pen to finish.
Try making a hat and scarf for it, too!
Peekaboo Penguin

Here’s a super cute way to fold a penguin that’s perfect to attach to letters or cards! First, place the origami paper with the back side facing up and fold it into a triangle twice to make crease lines.
Lift one corner up to just slightly before the center line, then fold both edges of the lifted section upward at a slight diagonal.
Fold both corners of that folded section inward.
Turn it over so the white side is facing you, and fold along the center line twice to shape the face.
Next, use a 2.5 cm piece of origami paper to make the hands.
Start with a basic “zabuton” fold, then fold both corners diagonally to shape the hands.
Make two of these.
Finally, glue the hands on, and add eyes and a mouth with round stickers or similar—done!
a round and laid-back penguin

This is an easy and cute origami penguin.
First, turn the paper over and make two creases by folding it in half both ways into a square.
Fold one edge down to align with the center crease.
Flip it over, then fold the left and right edges to the center line.
Open the colored corner and squash-fold it.
Fold the bottom edge up to the center to make a crease, open it once, then fold the bottom tip inward along that crease.
Fold the corners to form the feet.
Fold the protruding colored corner to suggest the hands.
Finally, round off the colored tip to finish! Decorate it cutely with round stickers or a pen.
A penguin that’s perfect for decorations

Let’s make a penguin out of origami—perfect as a seasonal decoration for fans or other ornaments.
Fold the paper into a triangle twice, then gently squash-fold it by inserting your finger into the pocket and pressing down softly from the top to puff it open.
Keep folding along the creases to form the penguin’s shape.
Be careful when using scissors to make the cuts—don’t cut the wrong spots.
As you continue, the paper will get thicker, but sharpening your creases will make it easier to proceed.
Once you fold the wings and feet while checking the balance, you’re done.
Give it a try!
Penguin money envelope

This is a cute penguin folding method that’s perfect for New Year’s gift envelopes.
First, place the origami colored side up, fold it into a triangle twice, then open it once.
Fold both layers of the top corner down to meet the bottom edge to make creases.
Make another crease by folding only the top layer of the top corner down so it sticks out slightly past the bottom center.
Fold only the top layer of the top corner down to align with the bottom crease.
Next, fold along the upper crease, then fold the tip upward so it peeks out a little.
Fold back the part sticking out at the top.
Turn it over and fold both corners toward the center so the tips overlap.
Tuck one corner into the other.
Finally, draw the face with a pen, and you’re done!
How to make a penguin bookmark
@tatsukuriorigami [Practical Origami] Penguin Bookmark – Short Version. I made a penguin bookmark. ◇ See YouTube for details ◇ When making it, the long version with instructions on YouTube is easier to follow. — Tatsukuri’s original work — Please do not repost, imitate, or publish the folding instructions without permission.OrigamiorigamiLifehack#orgami#origamitiktok#origamitutorial
♬ A cute song with a warm atmosphere(1450510) – sanusagi
Here’s how to make a penguin bookmark that makes reading even more fun.
Get one sheet of origami paper and some colored pens, and let’s get started.
As you make the creases, you’ll form the part that slips onto the page.
When shaping the beak and wings, firmly crease the folds so the bookmark keeps a stable shape.
Color the beak and draw the face with your pens, and you’re done.
It could also make a cute little gift!
[Childcare] Cute Penguin Craft Ideas | Introduced by Age Group (21–30)
Easy penguin
Here’s a cute penguin with a simple folding method that’s recommended even for three-year-olds.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper, fold it into a triangle, and make a crease.
Flip it over front and back as you go, folding the corners so they meet at the center crease.
After folding the left and right sides toward the center, fold the wing sections into triangles and puff them out a bit to add dimension.
Fold the beak so that both sides are even, then round off the corners overall with small folds to finish.
It’s also fun to try making them with different colors of origami paper.


