[Childcare] Simple origami ideas for kids, perfect for spring

rice ball

[Preschool Craft] Perfect for May preschool activities ♪ Easy origami rice balls

With spring’s arrival, many preschools and kindergartens likely enjoy field trips and longer strolls.

Here’s an origami idea to go with that theme: how to fold a rice ball (onigiri).

Prepare a sheet of black origami paper to represent the nori (seaweed).

Fold it in half twice into a square to make creases, then unfold.

Fold three corners toward the center point.

Flip the paper over, then fold the remaining corner up so its tip meets the center point.

Next, slightly fold the corners to round the shape, and your onigiri is complete! On the small white “rice” area that shows, draw your favorite filling, or add a red round sticker to make it look like an umeboshi (pickled plum) onigiri—it looks delicious.

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Let’s make round, cute apples! Here are some origami apple ideas.

You’ll need red or yellow-green origami paper, quarter-sized pieces of brown and green origami paper, and craft glue.

It’s perfect for a spring theme and a wonderful hands-on activity to enjoy with children.

By making apples with red or yellow-green paper and using brown and green paper for the leaf and stem, kids can develop color recognition and fine motor skills.

For the more complicated steps, try them together with a parent or teacher to encourage communication.

With spring-like motifs, you’ll have a fun time nurturing creativity!

tree

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Enjoy spring nature with origami too! Here are some tree ideas.

You’ll need two 7.5 cm square sheets of origami paper and glue or craft adhesive.

It’s a lovely origami project you can enjoy with children while feeling the warmth of spring.

We’ll make a tree using 7.5 cm squares, but you can adjust the paper size to create a tree in whatever size you like! By using glue or craft adhesive to firmly secure the leaves and trunk, you’ll improve the finished look as well.

It’s a fun idea that uses simple materials to express a spring landscape with origami—highly recommended.

A strawberry you can make with three folds

Origami Strawberry [Super Easy] [Just 3 Folds] [Preschool Craft]

Cute and round! Here’s an idea for making a strawberry with just three folds.

You’ll need red origami paper, green origami paper cut to quarter size, glue, scissors, and colored pencils.

The charm of this idea is how easy it is—you can make it by folding the red paper three times! If you want a rounder shape, fold the corners to the back to adjust as you like.

For the calyx (leafy top), cut the quarter-size green paper into a long vertical strip and glue it on.

Finally, draw the seeds with colored pencils to finish it off!

Strawberry message card

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Let’s deliver a message to someone special! Here are some ideas for strawberry-themed message cards.

You’ll need red or pink origami paper, pens, and stickers.

Strawberry message cards are a lovely way to send a heartfelt note to someone important.

Make a strawberry shape using red or pink origami paper, then add cute designs with pens and stickers to create your own original card.

It’s an easy way to give a small gift or express your appreciation, and it’s perfect for exchanging messages with family and friends.

Plump, rolled-up strawberry

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Three-dimensional and fun! Here’s an idea for making plump, rolled strawberries.

You’ll need red origami or washi paper cut into half-circles, green paper cut into calyx (leaf-top) shapes, glue or double-sided tape, and a black crayon or pen.

It’s a great idea for when making flat strawberries feels boring.

Draw seed patterns on the half-circle paper, roll it into a cone, attach the calyx-shaped paper, and you’ve got a three-dimensional strawberry!

Strawberries that are easy to make

How to fold an origami strawberry! Even 3- and 4-year-olds can easily make a flat strawberry with a single sheet

Let’s make it with a single sheet of origami! Here are some easy strawberry ideas.

All you need is one sheet of red or pink origami paper and some colored pencils.

Strawberries are popular with kids and familiar as a fruit that’s easy to enjoy.

Use red or pink origami paper to make a strawberry, then draw the calyx and seeds with colored pencils.

After you’re done, you can decorate your room with it or play pretend strawberry picking, making it a fun way to nurture creativity.

Since it only takes one sheet of origami, it’s an easy activity for parents and children to enjoy together.