[Kindergarten (older class)] What kind of season is March? Let’s make events and natural objects with origami!
This time, we’re introducing March origami projects we’d like the oldest kindergarteners to try.
By now, children in their final year at kindergarten have had plenty of origami experience.
In addition to the basics like mountain and valley folds, many can handle slightly more complex steps, such as making slight diagonal folds or opening a fold partway.
With a solid foundation, they can follow verbal instructions or even create pieces on their own by looking at crease patterns—showing wonderful readiness for elementary school.
Try posting step-by-step crease diagrams in the room to encourage children to engage on their own initiative.
If there’s also a space where children can freely display what they’ve made, it will likely motivate them to create the next piece as well.
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[Kindergarten Senior] What kind of season is March? Let’s make events and natural items with origami! (21–30)
Japanese bush warbler
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The bush warbler, beloved as a bird that heralds the arrival of spring, is perfect for March origami crafts.
Start by folding the paper in half and opening it back up.
Proceed carefully as you fold, keeping the head, beak, and wings in mind.
Since some precise folds are required, it’s a good idea to work together and consult with friends as you go.
To give it a more warbler-like roundness, tuck in the lower part slightly to refine the shape.
Finally, add a black sticker to complete its cute eye.
This origami activity helps train fine motor skills while sparking interest in springtime nature.
It’s also recommended as a decoration for the Doll Festival or graduation season.
Hina dolls
Here’s an origami idea that’s perfect for the Hina Matsuri season.
Use two colors of origami paper to make the kimono, combining a different color for the hem to create a festive look.
Make the face with white paper, then cut black paper into the shape of hair and attach it.
It requires some fine work, but if you take your time, it will turn out neatly.
Create fan and hat parts from origami and attach them to complete a more authentic hina doll.
Finally, attach a supporting piece of paper on the back so the doll can stand for display.
It’s a project that lets you train your fine motor skills while getting familiar with the culture of Hina Matsuri.
three-legged sanpo (a traditional Japanese three-legged offering tray)
A three-legged sanpō used for festivals and events becomes a three-dimensional and elegant piece when made with origami.
Fold the paper in half, crease firmly, then open it.
Fold the paper toward the center and tuck it inward to shape it.
Open it from the inside so it forms a rectangle, and make the base sturdy.
By tucking the paper inward to create triangular parts, the legs take shape.
Finally, fold it down while adjusting the form, and your three-legged sanpō is complete.
The latter steps include many fine processes, but try folding along with teachers or friends.
It’s also recommended to place it in front of Hina dolls or use it to hold small offerings.
peach blossoms
A perfect craft for Hinamatsuri and spring decorations, this peach blossom uses pink to create a festive touch.
Fold the origami paper along the diagonal, open it, then fold all four corners toward the center crease.
Since this step requires fine work, fold together with children while confirming each step.
Repeat this five times to make the petal pieces.
Add angles to each petal as you fold, adjusting them to create a soft, rounded shape.
Slightly rounding the petal tips makes the peach blossoms look more realistic.
Arrange the pieces and glue them together, and your cute peach blossom is complete.
Display the finished flowers on a wall or card to enjoy a warm, springlike atmosphere.
rain
With its cute shape and design, this candy origami is something children can enjoy making.
Prepare a sheet of origami paper cut to half size and fold the edges toward the center.
Creasing well will make the later steps go smoothly.
After making the left and right crease lines, fold the bottom edge up to meet the center.
As you go, keep the shape of the paper neat for a cleaner finish.
Flatten and adjust the triangular sections to form neat triangles.
Open from the center and use the crease lines to fold firmly all the way to the top and bottom.
Finally, fold the back side toward the center to achieve an even cleaner shape.
Arrange the finished candies in colorful rows, and they’ll look like real sweets for decoration.
snow crab
This is a snow crab, a sea creature characterized by its large claws and unique shape.
Fold the origami into a triangle, then fold back the bottom portion to create additional creases.
Turn it over and continue folding along the creases to form steps; this will create the crab’s body.
To represent the crab’s signature large claws, layer the paper as you fold, sharpening the tips for a realistic finish.
Once you’ve shaped the claws, draw the eyes with a pen at the end to complete a cute snow crab with an expressive look.
envelope with a heart
For spring gifts and decorations, I recommend a heart-accented envelope.
By using origami paper with colors or patterns on both sides, you can enjoy the contrast between the heart and the envelope.
Lightly draw a guideline on the back of the paper, fold up from the bottom, and crease firmly.
Fold the left and right sides toward the center to create a central crease—this forms the basic envelope shape.
Fold the inner layers further and shape the top into a heart.
Rounding the corners will make the heart look even nicer.
Finally, tuck the heart into the envelope’s flap to finish.
Write a letter and slip it into the completed envelope, and you’ll have a keepsake of graduation from kindergarten or starting school—perfect for a spring craft.