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

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! A collection of origami ideas recommended for older kindergarteners (31–40)

raccoon dog

[Preschool Craft] Easy Origami! How to Make a Cute Raccoon Dog (Tanuki)
raccoon dog

Here’s an origami idea inspired by the tanuki, a creature said in legends to be skilled at trickery! Animals are a very popular motif with children, so why not try this in your early childhood classroom? Fold a tanuki face from origami paper, attach a gourd-shaped piece, and simply draw in the eyes, nose, and mouth.

You can also add the distinctive tail or the essential leaf that tanuki use when they transform for extra fun.

Let children decorate freely and enjoy making autumn crafts!

acorn

[Origami] Easy Acorn Craft Tutorial
acorn

Here’s an idea for making acorns, a symbol of autumn, with origami.

Use the white underside of the paper to recreate the acorn’s shine and cap.

Folding a brown sheet into an acorn shape is simple—perfect for making with kids! By changing the fold width, you can create long, slender acorns or round ones, so have fun customizing them.

The finished pieces can be displayed as-is, or used for wall decorations or teaching materials.

Enjoy the results together with children and make the most of autumn.

In conclusion

We introduced some origami ideas that are easy to incorporate into childcare activities in September.

Older preschoolers, in particular, become more motivated to tackle detailed tasks.

By displaying their creations or using them for seasonal events, you can further expand the scope of activities.

Discover new insights through the rich creativity that children develop with origami!