Origami
Classic Paper Crane
Kids fold a traditional origami crane.
Steps:
1. Start with a square piece of paper. 2. Follow step-by-step instructions to create a crane. 3. Discuss the cultural significance of the paper crane.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
20 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Jumping Frogs
Kids make an origami frog that jumps.
Steps:
1. Use a rectangular sheet of paper. 2. Fold step-by-step to create the frog. 3. Test the frog’s jumping ability by pressing its back.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
15 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Origami Fortune Teller
Kids create a paper fortune teller to use with friends.
Steps:
1. Fold the paper into a fortune teller shape. 2. Write numbers, colors, and fortunes inside. 3. Use the fortune teller to play with friends.
Materials needed:
Square paper, markers
Indoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Butterfly Design
Kids fold a delicate butterfly out of colorful paper.
Steps:
1. Start with a square sheet of paper. 2. Follow folding instructions to form a butterfly. 3. Decorate the butterfly with markers or stickers.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
15 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Origami Box
Kids fold a box that can hold small items.
Steps:
1. Fold a square piece of paper into a box. 2. Adjust folds for sturdiness. 3. Use the box to hold small items like paper clips or beads.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
20 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Paper Boat
Kids create a classic paper boat that floats.
Steps:
1. Fold a rectangular sheet of paper into a boat. 2. Test its ability to float in water. 3. Decorate the boat with markers.
Indoor or Outdoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Heart Origami
Kids fold paper into a heart shape for gifts or cards.
Steps:
1. Start with a square sheet of paper. 2. Fold step-by-step to create a heart. 3. Use the hearts for decorations or gifts.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Paper Dog Face
Kids fold a simple dog face and decorate it.
Steps:
1. Fold a square piece of paper into a triangle. 2. Add ears and draw a face. 3. Personalize the dog with colors and patterns.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, markers
Indoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Origami Star
Kids create a decorative star for hanging or gifting.
Steps:
1. Fold a square sheet of paper into a star. 2. Make multiple stars to create a garland. 3. Display the stars as room decorations.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
20 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Paper Tulip
Kids fold a tulip with a stem and leaves.
Steps:
1. Fold the flower and stem separately. 2. Attach the flower to the stem. 3. Arrange multiple tulips to form a bouquet.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
15 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Origami Fish
Kids fold a fish and decorate it with scales.
Steps:
1. Start with a square sheet of paper. 2. Fold step-by-step to form the fish. 3. Draw or paste scales and eyes for decoration.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, markers
Indoor
15 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Paper Airplane Contest
Kids fold paper airplanes and test how far they fly.
Steps:
1. Fold paper into different airplane designs. 2. Test which designs fly the farthest. 3. Discuss aerodynamics and folding techniques.
Indoor or Outdoor
15 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Origami Bookmark
Kids fold bookmarks to use in their books.
Steps:
1. Fold a square piece of paper into a triangular bookmark. 2. Decorate the bookmark with drawings or stickers. 3. Test the bookmarks in books.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, markers
Indoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Paper Hat
Kids make paper hats to wear or decorate.
Steps:
1. Fold a rectangular piece of paper into a hat. 2. Decorate the hat with stickers or markers. 3. Wear the hats and take photos.
Materials needed:
Newspaper or large sheets of paper
Indoor
15 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Origami Cat Face
Kids create a cat face and personalize it with colors.
Steps:
1. Fold a square sheet of paper into a cat face shape. 2. Draw whiskers, eyes, and a nose. 3. Customize with different colors or patterns.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, markers
Indoor
10 minutes
6-9 years old
Easy
Origami
Paper Swan
Kids fold an elegant swan for display.
Steps:
1. Start with a square piece of paper. 2. Follow instructions to create the swan. 3. Arrange multiple swans for a decorative display.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
15 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Origami Rocket
Kids fold a rocket for imaginative play.
Steps:
1. Fold a square sheet of paper into a rocket shape. 2. Decorate the rocket with designs or stickers. 3. Pretend to launch the rocket into space.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
15 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Paper Flower Garland
Kids create a garland of folded flowers for decoration.
Steps:
1. Fold multiple paper flowers. 2. Attach flowers to a string. 3. Hang the garland as a decoration.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, string, glue
Indoor
30 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium
Origami
Origami Dragon
Kids fold a complex dragon for advanced practice.
Steps:
1. Use a square sheet of paper. 2. Follow detailed instructions to create the dragon. 3. Display the dragon as a centerpiece.
Materials needed:
Origami paper
Indoor
30 minutes
8-9 years old
Hard
Origami
Paper Star Garland
Kids fold stars to create a garland for decoration.
Steps:
1. Fold multiple stars using square paper. 2. Attach stars to a string using glue or tape. 3. Hang the garland for festive decoration.
Materials needed:
Origami paper, string, glue
Indoor
25 minutes
7-9 years old
Medium