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Perfect for September childcare! A collection of origami ideas recommended for older preschoolers

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Here are some origami ideas perfect for autumn that you can incorporate into September childcare activities.

There are plenty of seasonal themes like acorns, dragonflies, moon-viewing rabbits, and pampas grass.

These are fun projects that make the most of the materials’ characteristics and are great for older preschoolers.

Enjoy autumn-themed origami with the children while feeling the changing seasons and drawing inspiration from nature and seasonal events.

We’ll also share clear tips on how to make each piece, helpful for both parents and teachers.

Perfect for September childcare! An origami idea collection recommended for older kindergarteners (1–10)

A maple leaf made from a single sheet of origami paper

Autumn Origami Paper Cutting [Origami] Maple Leaf — Made with a single sheet of origami paper♪ Great for paper-cutting beginners♪

A maple leaf made from a single sheet of origami paper

Papercutting fun! We’re introducing an idea for making a maple leaf out of a single sheet of origami paper.

When you go for autumn walks or outings, you may have chances to see maples turning color.

Let’s make a maple leaf from origami so you can enjoy the arrival of autumn indoors too.

You’ll need one sheet of origami paper, a template, and scissors.

The video shows two patterns, so choose the one that suits your activity.

Also, cutting through layered origami with scissors requires strength, so take it easy and don’t push yourself.

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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

Full moon rabbit made from a single sheet of origami

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!

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Autumn origami acorn

[Autumn Origami] How to fold an acorn with audio instructions ☆ Origami: How to fold an acorn – September autumn decoration

Autumn origami acorn

A big hit with kids! Here are some fall origami acorn ideas.

When you head out for a walk in the park, feeling the cool autumn breeze, you’ll often find acorns scattered on the ground.

Don’t children go hunting for them as if they’ve discovered treasure? This time, let’s make those beloved acorns with origami! All you need is one sheet of origami paper and a pen.

You can choose from long, slender acorns or round ones—the choosing itself is exciting.

Be sure to give it a try!

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Perfect for September childcare! A collection of origami ideas recommended for older kindergarteners (11–20)

A chestnut that breaks on the eighth fold

[Origami] How to fold a chestnut — Origami Chestnut

A chestnut that breaks on the eighth fold

When September comes, it’s the season when chestnuts are delicious.

Let’s fold autumn’s seasonal chestnuts with origami.

After folding the paper in half, fold the left and right corners toward the center line.

Flip the paper over and fold the bottom part of the chestnut toward the center line.

Finally, adjust the shape into a chestnut and you’re done.

You can enjoy different sizes of chestnuts by changing the size of the origami paper.

Also, by folding the corners to create roundness, the chestnut gains a three-dimensional look, resulting in a tasty-looking chestnut perfect for autumn.

Give it a try!

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Acorn in origami

[Preschool Craft] Autumn Project! Acorns with Origami ♪ | Origami Cute Acorns

Acorn in origami

Acorns are one of the familiar parts of autumn nature for children—they find them among fallen leaves, collect lots of them, and use them for pretend play.

Let’s try expressing the autumn mood by making acorns with origami.

First, fold the origami paper in half into a square, then open it and fold the bottom edge up toward the crease.

Flip it over, fold it in half, and open it, then fold both sides in toward the crease.

Finally, fold in the four corners to resemble an acorn shape, and you’re done.

Make lots and decorate your room with them!

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Mushroom House

Someone is coming out of the window! Here’s an idea for a mushroom house.

What you’ll need: polka-dot origami paper, pale orange or light brown origami paper, half-size cut origami sheets, your favorite animals or people made from origami, and glue.

Use the polka-dot paper to make the mushroom roof, and finish it off in the shape of a cute house with the pale orange or light brown paper.

If you decorate it with small animals or figures, it will open up a storybook-like world.

Cutting and pasting origami will be a great opportunity to nurture creativity!

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Grandparents’ Day Portrait Origami

How to Make Portrait Origami: A Simple, Cute Gift for Grandpa and Grandma (Kid-Friendly!) — Origami Grandparents Easy

Grandparents' Day Portrait Origami

This portrait origami is perfect for making crafts for Respect for the Aged Day in September.

Try creating designs inspired by grandpa’s and grandma’s faces! It also makes a great handmade present from children to their grandparents, so why not introduce it in childcare settings? The trickiest part when making the face is the ears.

Since they require some fine folding, take your time and make firm creases.

You can also tear a separate sheet of origami paper and paste it on for the hairstyle.

Finish by drawing in the facial features, and you’re done.

If you’re unsure what to make for Respect for the Aged Day, this easy, approachable portrait origami is highly recommended.

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