Perfect for children in the middle year of kindergarten in September! A collection of origami ideas recommended for autumn

How to fold an easy cosmos flower

[Origami] Easy way to fold a cosmos flower: autumn origami, a not-difficult method that even kids can make [origami]

Let’s introduce how to fold a cosmos flower.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper, crease it, and cut it into four equal parts.

Using the creases as a guide, shape each quarter into a cosmos petal.

Once all are folded, glue the four petals together at the center.

For the stem, prepare another quarter sheet of origami paper and fold it along the center.

Finally, glue the flower and the stem together, and you’re done! The steps are simple, so give it a try.

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How to fold tsukimi dango (paper craft)

[Origami] Moon-Viewing Dango: Easy 3D Folding Tutorial | Autumn Origami | Harvest Moon (Jugoya) | Kid-Friendly | September/October/November Origami [Origami]

Moon-viewing dango are essential sweets for the autumn full-moon night.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper, fold it into a triangle, then fold both sides up toward the center line.

Align the tip with the bottom corner, fold, and gently puff it out to form the dango.

A small slit with scissors is also a key step.

Fold the corners to shape the dango into a round form.

Finally, make the stand for the dango, attach the dango on top, and you’re done.

Try making these with children as the full-moon night approaches!

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Silver grass for moon viewing

[Preschool Crafts] Moon Viewing ♪ Easy Pampas Grass with Origami | Origami Silver Grass

Here’s how to make pampas grass, an essential decoration for the night of the Harvest Moon.

Fold the origami paper in half horizontally twice.

Cut off about a quarter of the width with scissors, then open the paper.

Starting from a corner, roll the paper diagonally.

Secure the handle area with tape, and you’re done.

The key is to roll it tightly so there are no gaps.

Pampas grass symbolizes wishes for a good harvest, and its leaves are also believed to ward off evil.

Give it a try and enjoy the autumn atmosphere!

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A little mushroom with arms and legs

[Autumn Origami] How to fold a little mushroom with arms and legs (with voice-over) ☆ How to make cute mushrooms out of paper / Tatsukuri

In season for autumn! Here’s a fun idea for a little mushroom character with arms and legs.

When you hear “mushroom,” what comes to mind? Nameko, shiitake, king trumpet (eringi), shimeji—there are so many varieties.

Mushrooms, which often appear at home on the dinner table and in school lunches, are ingredients that are in season in autumn! This time, let’s make a mushroom character with arms and legs using origami.

You’ll need one sheet of origami paper in your favorite color, a quarter-sized piece of origami paper, and a pen.

The key step is creating the mushroom’s rounded shape! Give it a try.

Maron-chan with arms and legs

[Autumn Origami] How to fold a chestnut (Marron-chan) with arms and legs, with voice instructions ☆ How to make paper chestnuts with arms and legs / Tatsukuri

Let’s make Chestnut Maron-chan! Here are some ideas for a Maron-chan with arms and legs.

Autumn brings all kinds of nuts and seeds—acorns, horse chestnuts, pine cones, walnuts, and more.

Activities that help children learn about these natural treasures sound fun too, don’t they? This time, among the many kinds of nuts and seeds, why not make Chestnut Maron-chan out of origami? You’ll need one sheet of origami paper, one quarter-size sheet of origami paper, and a pen.

With arms and legs, Chestnut Maron-chan looks so cute!

Full moon rabbit made from a single sheet of origami

[Origami for Moon Viewing] Easy and cute full moon rabbit made with a single sheet of origami / Autumn origami decoration for September — Origami Full Moon Rabbit Folding

Perfect for moon-viewing events! Here’s an idea for a full-moon rabbit made from a single sheet of origami paper.

Autumn is the season for tsukimi (moon viewing), right? Some of you might prepare pampas grass and moon-viewing dumplings at school or at home and enjoy the beautiful moon.

This time, let’s make a full-moon rabbit that’s just right for such an event.

What you’ll need: yellow origami paper, scissors, glue, and a pen.

Some steps are a bit tricky, so it’s best to work together with a parent or teacher for safety and ease.

Be sure to give it a try on this occasion!