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

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Why not enjoy spring-themed origami with the children in your childcare setting?

Making spring motifs like cherry blossoms and butterflies will help everyone feel the season.

Prepare colorful origami paper and let the children choose their favorite colors to make it even more fun.

Origami is a great opportunity to nurture creativity and concentration, so try making a variety of creations.

Start with simple projects and gradually take on more challenging ones so the children can experience a sense of accomplishment.

Display their creations and enjoy spring together!

[Childcare] Simple origami ideas for kids perfect for spring (101–110)

Shinkansen

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Can even a two-year-old do it?! Introducing 3 easy origami projects ✨#origami Origami #Bus Yacht Shinkansen
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Let’s try folding a Shinkansen—the kids’ favorite—out of origami! This video shows how to fold a bus, a yacht, and a Shinkansen.

They all use basic techniques centered on mountain and valley folds, so even toddlers can enjoy folding them! By changing the color of the paper for the Shinkansen, you can also make versions like Komachi and Hayabusa, so be sure to try different origami papers.

As an introduction, reading a picture book or preparing an illustrated book about vehicles can make the origami activity even more enjoyable.

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simple butterfly

Create a beautifully shaped form! Here are some easy butterfly ideas.

Butterflies are known for their beautiful patterns and vivid colors, and the way they flutter as they fly has a captivating charm, doesn’t it? This time, let’s make a butterfly with a beautiful form using simple steps.

Although the process is straightforward, it’s a three-dimensional project, so children who are used to mostly two-dimensional creations may feel a bit confused.

It’s reassuring if teachers or guardians can help them finish it in 3D together.

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bug cage

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It only takes 10 minutes to fold! How to make a bug cage (origami)#origami Four seasons Origami Seasonal Origami Shop #Pokemon #Pokemon
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It’s just like a real bug cage! Let me share an idea for making and displaying a paper bug cage.

You’ll need light blue origami paper, yellow-green origami paper, scissors, glue, and a white pen.

This idea features making separate parts—the handle, lid, and basket—and then gluing them together.

When you assemble them, align the crease lines to stick them on straight.

You can also adjust the colors of the origami to match any bug cage you have at home or in the classroom.

Give it a try!

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Sakura tree made with transparent origami

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Here’s what we’re sharing this time: “A Sakura Tree with a Stained-Glass Look Using Transparent Origami”! It’s an arranged version of our popular posts “Colorful Autumn Tree” and “Christmas Tree.” This time it’s back as a cherry blossom tree. The cherry blossom season is coming, isn’t it? Are you going flower viewing? It’s easy and cute to make at home or in the classroom, so I’d be happy if you copy it and give it a try! 😊#March production #April Production Nursery teacher / Childcare worker #Nursery School Craft #SpringCrafts #Spring crafts
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I want to decorate a sunny windowsill! Here’s an idea for making a cherry blossom tree using transparent origami paper.

You’ll need brown construction paper, scissors, glue, transparent origami paper or colored cellophane, a clear file (plastic sleeve), and a cherry blossom-shaped frame made from construction paper.

Traditional-style cherry blossom crafts are lovely, but why not use this idea to create bright, stylish blossoms? Displayed by the window, they’ll sparkle in the sunlight and give off a different, delightful vibe.

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A strawberry you can make with three folds

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

A strawberry you can make with three folds

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!

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[Childcare] Simple origami ideas for kids perfect for spring (111–120)

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Origami • Ant

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Hardworking and strong enough to carry things heavier than their own bodies! Let’s make an ant out of origami.

You’ll need origami paper in colors like black or gray, plus a pen and round stickers.

Ants become active from spring to summer, so you probably see them often when you go for a walk.

There are also many songs and picture books about ants! Making an ant with origami at such times is recommended because it helps clarify the aim of the activity.

The steps are simple and easy to follow! Drawing the legs and eyes will make it even cuter.

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Strawberry Gift

Strawberry gift holder #myuaka #how to make #easy #folding diagram #howtomake #strawberry

Strawberry Gift

So cute you’ll want to make lots of them! Here are some strawberry-themed gift ideas.

You’ll need red construction paper, scissors, green origami paper, glue or double‑sided tape, a hole punch, and a thin ribbon.

Let’s make an adorable, realistic gift box with a fun open-and-close mechanism that you’ll find addictive! For steps that involve cutting stacked, thick paper or origami, it’s safer for a parent or teacher to handle them.

Drawing patterns and threading the ribbon can help develop fine motor skills, too!

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