Fold a fox out of paper - simple origami for children from 3 years old

Origami does not always have to be complicated. For small children, there are simple folding instructions that are fun and at the same time promote fine motor skills. This article is part of a series on Children's Origami. The instructions are designed for parents who want to do crafts with their children from the age of 3. Most articles show how to fold simple animals. This way, you can familiarize your child with animals, color them in, and improve their fine motor skills.

For each article, we have prepared a video tutorial and a step-by-step guide with photos. First, watch the video, then check the photos, and then start folding with your child. You only need colorful origami paper and felt-tip pens for coloring. A glue stick can sometimes be useful for securing folds.

Step-by-step guide to folding a fox for small children

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

The development of fine motor skills is crucial for children. It helps with everyday tasks such as dressing, eating, and writing. Good fine motor skills facilitate the learning of letters and numbers. Activities that promote fine motor skills also improve hand-eye coordination and concentration. This supports the overall physical and mental development of the child. Parents can promote their children's fine motor skills in a fun way through crafting, painting, or playing together.

Origami is perfect for training fine motor skills. It also teaches that it is better to work slowly and accurately. Each folding step must be correct, otherwise, the end result will not be nice. Paper folding also fosters imagination and abstract thinking.

Conclusion

Thank you for taking the time to read this article. Feel free to check out our other guides on origami. Have fun folding with your child!