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Printable Origami for Kids

Easy origami with everything printed on the paper: the fold lines, their numbers and the picture. Cut out the shape, fold in number order, and the picture comes together on the finished model. Every sheet is a free PDF.

The finished paper airplane Paper AirplaneThe classic dart, with stars on the wings.6 steps · free PDF The finished origami heart Origami HeartTen small folds, no turning over.5 steps · free PDF The finished paper fortune teller Paper Fortune TellerColor words, numbers and eight fortunes.4 steps · free PDF The finished origami cat face Origami Cat FaceFour folds. Pointed ears, whiskers and stripes.4 steps · free PDF The finished origami dog face Origami Dog FaceFour folds. Floppy ears and a black nose.4 steps · free PDF The finished origami fox face Origami Fox FaceFive folds. Ears, eyes and nose land in place.4 steps · free PDF The finished origami sailboat Origami SailboatTwo folds. The stripes land on the sail.4 steps · free PDF

Tips for folding with kids

  1. Print at actual sizePrint at 100 percent on US Letter paper so the lines and pictures line up.
  2. Cut on the lineCut just on the solid line. A little white at the edge is fine.
  3. Make sharp foldsFold right on the dashed line, then run a thumbnail along the fold.
  4. Go in number orderFold line 1 first, then 2, and so on. Lines with the same number are done together.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is printable origami?

A sheet with the fold lines, their numbers and the finished picture printed right on the paper. Cut out the shape, fold on the lines in number order, and the picture comes together on the finished model.

What age are these for?

Most suit ages 5 to 9 with a little help at first. The dog and cat faces have four folds; the heart and the paper airplane have more.

What paper do I need?

Plain printer paper. Print the sheet on US Letter paper at 100 percent (actual size), then cut out the shape on the solid line. Thinner paper folds more easily than card stock.

Can I print it in black and white?

Yes. The pictures come out in gray and every fold works the same.