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[May] A collection of craft ideas to try with 5-year-olds

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
Nursery Teacher Mom Writertsukada moe
After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

May has pleasant weather, and it somehow makes you feel excited, doesn’t it?

The five-year-olds, now the oldest in the class, may have settled down a bit since moving up a level.

May is also known for events like Children’s Day and Mother’s Day, so we’d love for you to try activities and crafts themed around these occasions and the month of May.

This time, we’ve gathered a variety of fun ideas using different materials and techniques.

These are ideas that five-year-olds will feel motivated to tackle precisely because of their age, so please give them a try.

Because the children’s creations are treated as works (art pieces), we use the term “seisaku” (制作) in the text.

[May] Creative project ideas to try with 5-year-olds (1–10)

Pac-kun carp streamer kendama

Let's all make it together!! Pac-kun Koi-nobori Kendama♪

Pac-kun carp streamer kendama

Let’s make and play with a kendama using a milk carton! Here’s an idea for a “Pak-kun Koinobori” kendama.

When you think of Children’s Day, many people picture koinobori carp streamers, right? This time, let’s create a playful, make-it-yourself toy with a koinobori motif! You’ll need a milk carton, a 50 cm length of string, scissors, cellophane tape, colored construction paper, and a pen.

It’s a unique kendama that looks like a koinobori is “chomping” on a rice ball! Give it a try!

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Handmade coaster

[For Nursery and Kindergarten] Fail-proof!? Easy and Cute Family Day Craft 🌈 “Make Your Own Handmade Coasters!!”

Handmade coaster

A perfect gift for Family Day! Here are some ideas for handmade coasters.

Many childcare centers may set Family Day as a time to express gratitude not only to dads and moms but also to any guardians who spend time with the children.

This time, let’s make handmade coasters that can be used at home! You’ll need permanent markers, rubbing alcohol or 90% ethanol, tiles, a waterproof finishing spray, and decorative materials like glitter.

Work indoors in a well-ventilated area and make sure to keep the space properly ventilated while you create.

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figure-eight pinwheel

Figure-Eight Pinwheel | Make and Play! | #shorts #childcare #crafts #handmadeToys

figure-eight pinwheel

Feel the spring breeze! Here’s how to make a figure-eight pinwheel that’s perfect for preschool activities.

You will need: paper plates, double-sided tape, wood glue, bamboo skewers, beads, and decorations.

Cut out the centers of two paper plates.

Punch four holes, then combine the plates into a figure-eight shape using double-sided tape.

Put a bit of wood glue into a bead’s hole and attach it to a bamboo skewer.

After threading it through the hole, wrap tape around the skewer so the plate doesn’t slide down.

Assemble the second tier the same way, add decorations, and you’re done!

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[May] Craft ideas to try with 5-year-olds (11–20)

Soap bubbles made with tissue paper

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Lovely pale pastels! Here’s an idea for making bubble art with tissue paper.

You’ll need tissue paper, white drawing paper, a spray bottle, a compass, and scissors.

First, tear up tissue paper in various colors and spread the pieces over the white drawing paper.

Next, fill the spray bottle with water and mist the tissue to moisten it.

Once it’s dry, peel off the tissue paper and cut the drawing paper into circles with scissors.

It looks even cuter when displayed with photos of the kids or illustrations of straws.

Give it a try!

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A bag made with yarn and paper plates

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Let’s make an original bag where you can enjoy your favorite design! I’ll introduce an idea for a bag made with yarn and paper plates.

Prepare two deep, sturdy paper plates, spring-colored yarn, double-sided fabric tape, fabric glue, decorative parts like ribbons, pipe cleaners, bead parts, a stapler, and an awl.

It’s an idea that stimulates children’s creativity, isn’t it? By arranging the colors of the yarn and the decorative parts, each child’s individuality will shine! Enjoy that sense of excitement and give it a try.

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Spring paintings made from natural materials

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Capture spring: Try preserving flowers and plants as a piece while they’re still beautiful! Note: They’ll last on display for about 2–3 weeks. If you want them to last longer, press the flowers first and then create your piece!work #LifeWithKids #NurseryTeacherDailyLife Cute #crafts #diy Nursery teacher / Childcare worker Translation
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Weeds and fallen leaves become art! Here are some spring art ideas using natural materials.

What you’ll need: parchment paper, a frame cut out of construction paper, clear tape, and natural items you’ve collected.

Outdoor activities in spring are full of lively natural materials, and just taking a walk can be exciting, right? How about turning that excitement into a craft? Pick your favorite weeds, fallen leaves, flowers, and petals, and sandwich them between strips of clear tape! The frame made by cutting out the construction paper becomes a picture frame, and your very own artwork is complete.

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Twisting Soap Bubbles

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Twisting Soap Bubbles

Make and play! Here’s an idea for unbreakable, twirling soap bubbles.

You’ll need holographic origami paper, round stickers, a straw, scissors, reinforcement ring stickers, a bamboo skewer, and tape.

First, cut the holographic origami paper into 5 mm strips and attach eight strips to a round sticker.

Cut four slits in the straw and apply a reinforcement ring sticker.

After adhering the straw and holographic paper together, thread them onto the bamboo skewer.

Tape the top in place, and you’re done!

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