Fold origami fish - for children aged 3 years and older

Origami is not always complicated and does not require great skill. Even simple paper figures help develop fine motor skills in young children. This article is part of a series of articles on "Children's Origami" created specifically for parents who want to craft with their children aged 3 and up. Almost all articles in this series demonstrate how to fold simple animals. This way, you can discover animals together with your child, color them, and practice fine motor skills.

For each article, we have prepared a video tutorial and a step-by-step guide with photos. It is best to watch the video first, then look at the steps on the photos, and then start crafting with your child.

Before you start, you only need colored origami paper and colorful felt-tip pens to decorate the animals. You can also use a glue stick to secure some folds for added stability.

Step-by-step guide with photos and description for folding an origami fish for children

Why is it important to promote fine motor skills in children?

Fine motor skills are fundamental and should be encouraged early on, as they influence later abilities such as writing, drawing, and playing. With origami, your child learns to develop dexterity and that it is better to work slowly and accurately. Each step requires care, because if a fold is not done correctly, the figure will not look as nice in the end. Origami also fosters imagination and abstract thinking.

Conclusion

Thank you for your attention! We hope you enjoyed folding the origami fish with your child. Also, check out our other articles on origami to discover even more simple and fun models that will bring joy to you and your child.