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[Childcare] Simple winter-themed origami craft ideas

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

In winter, there are many days of harsh cold, so we often have more opportunities to play indoors with origami.

So this time, we’re introducing simple origami ideas with a winter theme.

We’ve gathered lots of fun origami ideas you’ll want to try, featuring motifs for Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day, as well as designs that evoke the feeling of winter.

Be sure to include them in your indoor winter activities.

How about using the finished origami to play, or decorating your room’s walls or doors to create delightful winter memories?

[Childcare] Simple winter-themed origami craft ideas (11–20)

gift box

How to fold an origami gift box

gift box

Winter is a season full of delights for children.

To make winter even more enjoyable, why not try a gift box made of origami? With just one sheet of paper, you can easily create a present box decorated with a ribbon! The steps are simple, so even small hands can have fun freely.

You can also color the white back side of the paper in any color you like, or use double-sided origami for a more festive finish.

It nurtures children’s creativity and improves their fine motor skills—perfect to try this winter.

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gloves

Nursery Ideas: Winter Origami — Easy Mitten Origami (Kids Can Make It Themselves!) · Origami Gloves Easy

gloves

Glove origami is a craft activity that you can enjoy with children while imagining the chill of winter.

If you decorate with colorful origami paper, it will give the room a bright, festive feel.

Because the shape is simple, the children’s individuality really shines through in their creations.

Displaying the finished gloves on the wall can make the cold season feel warm and cozy.

The process of folding origami is a great opportunity to develop children’s fine motor skills, and folding together with teachers or guardians helps deepen communication.

It’s a perfect origami idea for making winter memories.

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Kadomatsu

How to Fold an Origami Kadomatsu ⭐ Easy 2-Minute Tutorial Video ⭐ New Year’s Decoration ⭐ Make It with Kids ⭐ With Voice Commentary | Origami Kadomatsu

Kadomatsu

How about making a kadomatsu origami together with parents and children—perfect for the winter season? Kadomatsu are traditional Japanese decorations that embody the sanctity and festiveness of welcoming the New Year.

The origami version is easy to make: simply create three bamboo pieces and glue them together at the end.

Once finished, display it in your room and enjoy the winter atmosphere.

You can also explain the origins and meaning of the kadomatsu while folding the paper together, making it a fun way to learn about Japanese culture.

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Kagami mochi

Kagami mochi is a great recommendation for New Year’s decorations and seasonal origami.

It’s a fun way to try origami with children while learning about traditional Japanese customs! Another nice point is that the steps are simple.

With a single sheet of origami paper, you can make kagami mochi with two stacked rice cakes.

Speaking of kagami mochi, the daidai (bitter orange) on top is also distinctive.

You can make this with a smaller piece of origami paper, so give it a try! You can also add decorations with thread or yarn, and include a sanpō (ceremonial wooden stand) to create even more of a New Year’s atmosphere.

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[Origami] Snowman

Origami: Snowman with a hat and scarf from a single sheet [Origami] Snowman with hat and scarf (using only one sheet)

[Origami] Snowman

This origami snowman is perfect for December, when it’s also the season of snow.

A snowman is made by placing one snowball on top of another, right? With a clever folding method, you can express the two stacked snowballs using just a single sheet of origami paper.

You can also make a scarf around the snowman’s neck.

If you use polka-dot or patterned paper, the pattern becomes the scarf, making it extra cute.

You can draw the eyes and mouth yourself, so each snowman has its own personality.

You can stick them on a wreath or a calendar, so try arranging them in different ways to expand the range of your creations.

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