Origami for Kids: 35 Fun Paper Projects to Fold in an Instant, Paperback

With 35 creative paper projects for kids to make, Origami for Kids is guaranteed to add a whole heap of fun to playtime.

Stuck for something fun to do on a rainy day or worried about how to keep entertained on a long car journey? Don't panic, because you have in your hands one of the best boredom-busting books on the planet Packed with 35 of the finest paper projects this side of Tokyo, Origami for Kids shows how to take a simple piece of paper and turn it into something so much more exciting, like a finger puppet, a robot, pretty flowers, a gift box for your treats and treasures, and even a sumo wrestler. The projects range from very easy to more challenging--the tulip or the rabbit will show you the basics, while aspiring origami addicts will love the squirrel, windmill, snowflake, and snowman. You really will be amazed at what you can create with just a few simple folds. The best thing about the book is that it comes with 60 pieces of paper, meaning you can start folding straight away. And you really can make models anywhere: at home, in the park, on holiday, with friends at school... How cool does that sound?

Mari Ono is an expert in origami and all forms of papercrafts. Born in Japan, she has lived in the United Kingdom for many years with her artist husband, Takumasa, where they both work to promote Japanese arts and crafts. Her previous books include Japanese Origami, Origami for Children, Origami Animal Friends, Origami Ocean Friends, Origami Farm, How to Make Paper Planes, Dinogami, Wild and Wonderful Origami, Origami for Children, and The Simple Art of Japanese Papercrafts, all available from CICO.