[For 4–5 year olds] A collection of recommended origami ideas for March—featuring seasonal events and natural motifs
From April, the Year-Middle class will become the oldest big brothers and sisters in the kindergarten.
They’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness as they look forward with anticipation and a bit of anxiety.
For these Year-Middle children who have grown so much in both mind and body over the past year, the article I’d like to introduce this time is about March origami.
We’re sharing lots of ideas that evoke spring, but consider the origami folded in April, right after they move up to the Year-Middle class, and the origami folded in March, about a year later.
When you compare them, you can really sense each child’s growth—being able to fold finer details, or progressing through the steps on their own.
Teachers, please try folding together with the children, and enjoy feeling their growth along the way.
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[Year-round] A collection of recommended origami ideas (41–50) for March, inspired by events and natural objects you’ll want to make
Fun to roll! Dandelion origami
This is a voluminous dandelion origami made by rolling strips.
The petals spread out radially, giving a glamorous look.
Fold the origami paper in half and cut it, then fold each piece in half again.
Apply glue to the edge, join to form a ring, and make fine 5 mm cuts to create the petals.
Roll another piece of paper to make the stem, and fold and snip it to finish the leaves.
Wrap the petals around the stem and fluff them out for added dimension—it also works well as interior decor.
Combining yellow and orange will make it even more vibrant.
[All Year Round] A collection of recommended origami ideas (51–60) to make in March, inspired by events and natural objects
tadpole
I want to display them together with frogs and lotus leaves! Here are some ideas for making tadpoles out of origami.
You’ll need a 7.5 cm square of black origami paper, round white stickers, or a pen.
Let’s try making tadpoles—the children of frogs—using origami! The key step is folding all four corners to the back to create a rounded tadpole shape.
The paper will get layered and you’ll need some finger strength, but give it a try! Adding that roundness makes it look even cuter.
shiitake mushroom
That big shiitake cap is so fun! Here’s an idea for making a shiitake mushroom out of origami.
All you need is brown origami paper plus a pen or colored pencils.
The main focus is the cap-like part of the mushroom.
There are many steps that involve making creases, but it’s simple and easy to follow.
What’s more, adding faces or expressions to the finished mushroom with pens or colored pencils really sparks creativity.
Give it a try and let your kids’ individuality shine.
dandelion
Cute yellow flowers! Here’s an idea for making dandelions with origami.
You’ll need yellow origami paper, green origami paper, glue or double-sided tape, and scissors.
Dandelion flowers are characterized by many small petals radiating outward.
Using this idea, let’s make a dandelion flower from a single sheet of origami paper! Since scissors are used during the process, it’s best to work together with a parent or teacher.
Give it a try!
ladybug
Both the colors and designs are fun to customize! Here are some ideas for making ladybugs out of origami.
All you need are origami paper in your favorite colors, round stickers, and a pen.
Some children may find the steps a bit complex, so it’s a good idea to start by working together with a teacher or guardian.
There’s a wide range of ways to customize them, and their cute appearance will spark children’s interest and motivation.
When you open the ladybug’s wings, you can write messages or draw pictures, so this makes a great gift idea too!
Three Court Ladies
I want to make something for Hinamatsuri! Let me share an idea for making the Three Court Ladies with origami.
You’ll need red origami paper, black origami paper, and gold origami paper cut into 5 cm squares.
The charm of this idea is that you can display the finished pieces.
Try placing them on top of a locker, a shoe cabinet, or any favorite spot at home or in the classroom where you’ll see them often.
Through this activity, it’s also great that you can learn about the meanings and uses of the items the Three Court Ladies hold.
Give it a try!
Mini Tulip Origami
This tulip piece becomes a lovely spring gift if you wrap it.
The flower part is folded the same way as a balloon up to a certain point.
Fold a square sheet using the zabuton fold, then fold it into a triangle twice, squash the pocket to make a square, and fold both corners to meet the center line.
After that, open it from the top so the inside puffs out gently, and it’s complete.
Combine it with a stem rolled into a tube and a leaf made by folding the four edges to the center line, and you’ll have a tulip that looks just like the real thing! In this idea, multiple flowers are made and arranged in a vase, or wrapped as a bouquet to create a gift-like finish.
