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[Childcare] Simple Tanabata decoration ideas made with origami

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Around the time of Tanabata, many nursery schools and kindergartens work on making Tanabata decorations with origami.

Decorations made with origami are a great opportunity for children to learn folding techniques and practice using scissors.

Here, we introduce various simple origami Tanabata decorations.

If you make different types of decorations to suit the children’s ages, your Tanabata event will be even more exciting.

Try creating various items together while sharing ideas with the children.

Please use this as a reference and enjoy the Tanabata festivities with them!

[Childcare] Simple Tanabata Decoration Ideas Made with Origami (31–40)

Cute origami lantern

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Cute origami lantern

Mini-sized and perfect for decorating anywhere! Here are some cute origami lantern ideas.

When you think of making lanterns, many people probably picture using construction paper.

This time, let’s try making lanterns with origami paper, which comes in a wide range of colors.

You’ll need origami paper, pipe cleaners, scissors, glue, and clear tape.

Plain origami works well, but using Japanese patterns or washi-style paper can create a lovely atmosphere—give it a try!

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Cute origami of Orihime and Hikoboshi

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Cute origami of Orihime and Hikoboshi

Let’s make cute, rounded Hikoboshi and Orihime figures with origami.

Since the body and head are made from separate sheets, prepare a total of four pieces of origami paper.

For the body, create creases and fold the corners inward to form an egg shape.

For the head, fold it into a shape that’s half the size of the body, then tuck it into the top of the body.

Glue the body and head so they don’t come apart, add round stickers for the eyes, and draw the mouth with a pen to finish.

If you want to recreate Orihime’s hairstyle, fold a strip of origami paper thinly, shape it into a heart, and attach it to the back of her head.

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origami watermelon lantern

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origami watermelon lantern

Just like a watermelon! Here’s an idea for an origami watermelon lantern.

Many of you may be looking to make something with a touch of humor when crafting a lantern, right? Let’s try making a lantern with a classic summer watermelon motif.

All you need are colored construction paper, origami paper, scissors, and glue.

Adding a vine and leaves will make the watermelon motif even more charming.

It’s a perfect idea for summer festivals or wall decorations! Be sure to give it a try.

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streamers of the Milky Way

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streamers of the Milky Way

This is a streamers craft inspired by the Milky Way.

It’s easy to make and turns into a striking Tanabata decoration! Since it involves making lots of cuts with scissors, it’s also great practice for kids.

First, fold a rectangular sheet of origami paper in half, then lightly sketch the cutting guide lines.

Cut along the lines with scissors, open it up, and stretch each slit—done! Adding extra streamers or sticking on star stickers would make it even cuter.

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In conclusion

I introduced ideas for simple Tanabata decorations made with origami.

Please adapt them to suit the children’s ages and levels of understanding.

If you make decorations with various colors of origami paper, you can colorfully brighten up the bamboo branches.

Teachers, please join in as well.