Do you want to make a cool paper bird called an origami crane? It’s fun and easy! Just follow these steps, and you’ll have your own paper bird in no time.
All you need is a square piece of paper. You can use any color you like!
First, take your square paper and fold it diagonally to make a big triangle. Then, fold it in half again to make a smaller triangle. Now you have a triangle shape!
Next, take the bottom corner of your triangle and fold it up to the top point. Unfold it so you can see the crease you made. Do the same thing on the other side. These creases will help you in the next steps.
Now, fold the left and right corners of the triangle towards the center. This will make a diamond shape. Then, take the top point of the diamond and fold it down. Tuck this point inside the diamond to keep it neat.
Did you know that origami is an art that started in Japan? The word “origami” means “folding paper” in Japanese. People all over the world enjoy making origami because it’s creative and relaxing.
Making an origami crane might take a little practice, but don’t worry! The more you try, the better you’ll get. Soon, you’ll be able to make all sorts of origami animals and shapes.
Have fun folding your paper and creating your very own origami crane!
Origami Exploration: Try making different origami shapes! Use the same square paper and follow instructions to create a simple origami boat or a frog. Compare the steps with those of the crane. What is similar? What is different? Share your creations with your friends and see who can make the most unique shape!
Origami Story Time: Create a short story about your origami crane. Where does it live? What adventures does it go on? Draw a picture of your crane in its story setting. Share your story and drawing with your class or family. This will help you think creatively about the origami you make.
Origami in Nature: Go on a nature walk and look for birds. Observe how they move and where they live. How are real birds similar to your origami crane? How are they different? Write down or draw your observations. This will help you connect your origami project to the real world.
Here’s a sanitized version of the YouTube transcript:
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Looking to learn how to make an origami crane? Follow these simple steps to create your own beautiful paper bird.
1. Start with a square piece of paper and fold it diagonally in half to form a triangle. Then, fold it in half again to create a smaller triangle.
2. Take the bottom corner of the triangle and fold it up to the top point, then unfold it and repeat on the other side.
3. Fold the left and right corners of the triangle towards the center to create a diamond shape. Then, fold the top point down and tuck it inside the diamond.
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