Origami for kids is a cheap and fun activity to get them involved in. It is the ancient art of paper folding and has made a massive comeback. There are literally thousands of instructional video’s for kids on the internet which means that there are models for kids at all ages.
Some of Creative Kids favourite models include the paper cranes, ninja stars and Pokemon Pikachu. But really anything can be made out of paper from wall art, costume masks to decorations.
Below we provide you with tips and hints on getting started with origami.
Benefits of Origami for kids
- Fine Motor development
- Spatial Skills
- Sequencing
- Symmetry
- Geometry
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to details
Getting started with Origami for kids
First of all the beauty of origami is all that is needed is paper. There are specialised origami papers that can be brought on many sites including Japanese Paper and Japan Crafts.
To get started plain A4 paper can be used or thicker paper or thin cardboard. An adult may need to cut or learn to rip the paper into squares for some of the origami models. The paper can also be painted or coloured in after the model has been made. Here is a list of items that will be needed to get started:
- Plain A4 paper or origami paper. Thicker paper or thin card works the best.
- Pens and Pencils (Depending on the model)
- Origami book or internet access
- Scissors
- Ruler
Top Origami Kids Crafts
Here are some of our top Origami crafts for the kids to do:
- A favourite model is the Ninja Star so kids can check out this easy video online. This model is a great one for the boys obsessed with Ninja’s.
- With the success of Pokemon Go making a Pikachu model is a must. Get the kids off the screens and into origami.
- The final favourite is the Flasher Hat. There are many different designs of this one but at Creative Kids Hub we have chosen the easiest.
Seems like Jeremy Shafer is a famous origami star on the internet and is also appropriate for kids to watch. He is a kid’s performer and as a result makes the video’s very entertaining. His models are for beginners right through to pro’s. The models he makes include Ninja Stars and Flasher hats however his speciality is Action Models. The kids can check out the Jeremy Shafer channel here.
Origami for kids is a great way to improve their skills including thinking, problem solving and fractions. Finding models that reflect the kids interests such as Minecraft and Pokeman will ensure hours of fun for all the family.
