On 3/2/2017 6:08 PM, Dawn Tucker via Origami wrote:
I've been asked to teach origami to a large group of 3rd-5th graders. I have
the option of dividing them up into smaller groups. My early idea is to teach
each of three groups a simple model they could later teach them to each other,
so that each child eventually learns three models. I can leave internet links
to the diagrams and/or videos for the teachers, should the kids need reminders.
I can also leave appropriate paper for each. Opinions on this?
Additionally, I was thinking it would be fun to teach toys with different
characteristics to each group, such as a Chinese jumping frog for the spring
action, a popper for the sound, and then...
Dawn Tucker,O'Fallon, MO
Hello Dawn,
Just checked the list and found your note.
I have used the business card hopping frog with this age group, with
great success. Rather than a business card, I use 3 X 5 cards with the
fluorescent colors. Give them a small box which becomes the "pond" and
then their goal is to hop their frog into their pond. There are simple
box models that I teach as a part of this segment. With older students I
incoproate the Lotus Blossom from square napkins and you have a 3 model
lesson built around a pond and it's inhabitants.
Flapping crane also works with regular kami paper, the penguin from
Montroll's _Easy Origam__i_ is another one that is easy and
recognizable. I use _Easy Origami_ as a good starting text for younger
folders. Then for fun, there's the one sheet, no fold Origami model
from a piece of white paper. I teach this model by holding up the
paper, (give them each a piece) and then give a little spiel and ask
them what it is. The answer, An Origami snowman in a snowstorm. Then I
teach them the no fold, 3 second crumple model with the paper, tell them
crumble it up as fast as they can and ask, "What do you have? An
Origami Snowball", as I toss it to them. Then, let the fun begin. My
goal is to engage, have fun, draw them in and send them out with 2 - 3
models they can fold and peak their interest. And best of all remember,
they're just kids. If I can make it fun and memorable then I've
accomplished my primary goals.
Best Wishes
Larry Wood
Portland, OR
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