[For Kids] Easy Origami Ideas to Enjoy in May

snow pea

How to fold and make snap peas with origami | Origami field peas (Easy 3 minutes)

Here’s an easy origami vegetable: snow peas.

All you need is two colors of origami paper (light green and dark green) and some glue.

First, fold the light green paper in half twice, open it, and check the crease lines.

Fold all four corners toward the center, then fold only the top and bottom edges toward the center once more, and fold the piece in half.

Next, fold the dark green paper in half twice, then fold it diagonally along the creases to make the stem.

Insert the two pieces together and glue them to finish.

It’s quick and easy to make, so give it a try!

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water lily

How to fold a water lily flower [origami] No voice ♪ It’s easier to make than you think ♪ Voiceless

From May onward, you can see water lilies blooming in park ponds.

Did you know you can easily make one with origami? All you need is a single sheet of origami paper.

First, fold the paper so the corners meet to make a cross-shaped crease.

Fold each corner toward the center three times in total.

Flip the paper over once, then again fold the corners toward the center.

The paper will get thick, so you might need to use a bit of force.

Next, fold the four corners and use those creases to start lifting and opening the paper.

After you’ve opened all four corners, pull the paper up from the bottom and continue opening it.

You’ll have a small but three-dimensional water lily.

It’s perfect for spring decorations!

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windsock

How to fold and make a streamer with origami | Origami streamer [to go with koi nobori]

A windsock is an essential part of carp streamers (koinobori).

In fact, you can make one with just a single sheet of origami paper, scissors, and glue.

The steps are simple.

First, to create the ring portion of the windsock, fold one edge of the origami paper and flip it over.

Fold it in half, then in half again, and once more in half, then unfold it.

After confirming that there are fine crease lines, make cuts along the creases with scissors, stopping just short of the ring section.

Once you’ve cut along all the lines, apply glue to the ring portion and overlap the edges to form a tube—then it’s done.

Try displaying it together with your favorite koinobori!

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dandelion

[Origami Spring Flowers] Easy and Cute Dandelion Folding Method | Origami Dandelion

This is an origami project featuring the dandelion, one of the iconic plants of spring.

Prepare yellow origami paper, make a crease down the center, then fold it inward.

Open the paper from the inside as you continue folding, shaping it into a square.

Tuck in the inner layers to create the dandelion pattern and give it a more three-dimensional finish.

Since there are some delicate steps here, it’s recommended to work together with a parent or guardian.

Use scissors to cut slits for the petals and round the edges, and you’ll have a soft, gentle-looking dandelion.

Cut green rectangular paper into a stem shape, and create grass with repeating diamond shapes to make it look even more realistic.

Arrange the finished dandelions on the wall, and you’ll have a warm, spring meadow-like display.

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horsetail

[Origami] How to Fold a 'Horsetail' <Yoshimoto Comedians>

Horsetail plants, which herald the arrival of spring, are perfect for showcasing the season when made with origami.

Fold a sheet of origami paper cut in half once more in half, crease it well, then open it.

Fold one side inward along the crease, adjust to about one-third, and fold again.

Fold the remaining section as well, and carefully shape it along the color boundary.

Tuck it to the right, and when folding it back from bottom to top, make sure to form a triangular tip at the edge—this is the key point.

Finally, adjust the finished shape and draw the horsetail’s markings for a realistic result that looks as if it’s sprouting in a spring field.

The number of steps may seem large, but the folding itself is simple, so children can enjoy watching the shape take form with each fold.

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cabbage white (butterfly)

Origami: Cabbage White Butterfly

A cabbage white butterfly made with origami gives a bright and cute impression.

After making creases at the top and bottom of the paper, fold it toward the center.

Tuck it from the back to shape it, then open it to the front again.

Make creases at the top and bottom, fold the paper in half, then open it again to check the creases.

Using these creases as a guide, slowly open it from the inside while imagining the butterfly’s wings.

When shaping the wings, rounding the corners will create a softer look.

Finally, draw patterns with a pen for a more realistic finish.

Since there are steps that require fine adjustments, it’s recommended to make it together with teachers or friends.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar

The classic picture book The Very Hungry Caterpillar is packed with fun tricks and educational elements we want children to learn, all within a delightful story.

It’s a beloved masterpiece that has been cherished around the world for many years.

How about making a Hungry Caterpillar out of origami and playing with it? It’s designed to stretch out with a fun boing when you pull it, so kids are sure to be thrilled! It does take patience because you need to make lots of small parts and assemble them, but if the children help make the parts, you’ll have it done in no time.

If you use large origami paper, you can even make a giant caterpillar.

Be sure to make a cute caterpillar together and have fun playing with it!