Introduction
Do you like summer bugs and fun paper crafts? Today, you will learn how to make an easy origami cicada. This little insect is simple, cute, and perfect for beginners.
Cicadas are famous for their loud summer songs. With this easy origami cicada, you can make your own quiet paper version. It is a fun way to enjoy nature using just paper.
Difficulty Level
Level 1 (Very Easy)
How long does it take?
5 to 7 minutes
Materials
- 1 square paper (15 x 15 cm is best)
- A flat surface to work on
Step-by-Step Instructions
If you are new to origami, learning basic folds will make this easier.
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1. Place your paper on the table like a diamond shape.
2. Fold the bottom corner up to the top corner.
3. Fold the left corner up to the top point.
4. Fold the right corner up to the top point.
5. Fold the left top flap down at an angle.
6. Fold the right top flap down at the same angle.
7. Fold the top layer of the top corner down halfway.
8. Fold the second layer of the top corner down.
9. Fold the top section downward all together.
10. Fold the left corner backward.
11. Fold the right corner backward.
Why This Origami is Good for Kids
- Helps children become curious about summer insects and nature
- Builds shape-making and folding skills with simple steps
- Encourages imagination through wing designs and decorations
Tips for Success
- Make sure edges line up neatly
- Try folding on a hard, flat surface
- If it looks uneven, unfold and try again
- Use brown or green paper for a realistic look
Common Mistakes
Q: The wings are asymmetrical. What should I do?
A: Make sure the folding angle in the final step matches the angle from Step 10.
Fun Ideas to Try
- Draw big eyes and patterns on your cicada
- Make many cicadas and create a summer scene
- Hang them with string to make a mobile
- Use different colors to make a rainbow cicada family
- Pretend they are singing in a paper forest
Fun Fact
Real cicadas can be very loud! Some cicadas stay underground for 17 years before they come out to sing.
In Japan, the sound of cicadas is the “sound of summer.” Children often go to parks with nets to catch them during their summer vacation!
Conclusion
Great job! You just finished your easy origami cicada. It looks amazing!
Keep folding and try new designs. Origami is a fun way to learn and create at the same time.
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