Origami can be very easy! For young children, there are simple folding instructions that are fun and promote fine motor skills at the same time. This article is part of a series on children's origami. The instructions are intended for parents who want to craft with their children aged 3 and above. Here you will learn how to fold simple animals. This way, you can discover animals with your child, color them, and improve fine motor skills in the process.

We have prepared video tutorials and step-by-step instructions with photos. Watch the video first, then the photos, and start folding with your child. You only need colorful origami paper and felt-tip pens for coloring. A glue stick can sometimes be handy for fixing folds.

Step-by-step instructions for folding a chick for young children

Why is promoting fine motor skills important for children?

The development of fine motor skills is very significant for children. It aids in everyday tasks such as dressing, eating, and later on writing. Good fine motor skills make learning letters and numbers easier. 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 help promote their children's fine motor skills in an entertaining way through crafting, coloring, or playing together.

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

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