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Origami can be a fun activity for people of all ages. This easy-to-make jumping frog can be made in about three minutes and can provide hours of entertainment. The sturdiness of the index card makes the frog jump higher and last longer than if you make an origami jumping frog from regular paper. With a few friends and a few more frogs, you can play games like seeing whose frog can jump the farthest or race frogs seeing who can reach the finish line first.
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Using a 3" by 5" index card fold the top-right corner of the card diagonally (down and left) until the top of the card meets the left side. Unfold the card.- Fold the top-left corner of the card diagonally (down and right) until the top of the card meets the right side. Then unfold the card. This will result in an X-shape on the upper portion of the card as shown in the figure.Advertisement
- Grasp the right and left edges of the card at the midpoint of the triangles and fold the two sides inward. Keep the top portion flat while bending the two sides. As the top portion of the card folds inward, press it the rest of the way down. The card should resemble a house (see figure).
- Grasp the right corner of the resulting triangle and fold the "wing" upward to the top corner of the triangle.
- Fold the left "wing" upward to the top corner of the triangle as well.
- Fold the right edge of the "house" into the middle so that the right edge meets the vertical center line.
- Fold the left edge of the "house" into the middle so that the left edge meets the vertical center line.
- Fold the bottom of the card up a little bit past the top and then halfway back down again to meet the new fold at the bottom.
- Turn the frog over; it should open up a bit.
- Using the tip of your index finger, press the back of your frog down slightly and slide it off; the frog will jump.
Expert Q&A
- QuestionWhat advice do you have for someone who's trying to get started doing origami as a beginner?
Robert HomayoonRobert Homayoon is an Origami Expert known for his engaging YouTube videos and accessible instructions. He has been teaching origami on YouTube since 2009. His channel has a following of over 676,000 subscribers, and his videos have garnered over 211 million views. Robert uses his channel to highlight his passion for teaching people origami, crafts, and how to solve puzzles. He graduated from SUNY Albany in 2007 and earned his D.M.D degree from Temple University Dental School in 2013.
Origami ExpertGet a couple of simple books. They teach you the basic folds, valley folds, mountain folds, working on your hand coordination skills, and being precise. Take your time and try to be as accurate as possible with the instructions. It does require a certain precision, an artistic touch, and a lot of practice. - QuestionWhat causes this to jump?
MattTheWaffleCatCommunity AnswerHave you ever folded a stiff piece of paper and then watched as it straightened itself out slowly? It's kind of like that, but the paper unfolds quickly enough that it propels the frog off the ground. - QuestionWhat should I do if my origami frog doesn't jump properly?MattTheWaffleCatCommunity AnswerYou might need to try using a stiffer index card. Something maybe a little thicker. It will jump better that way.
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Tips
- If you fold the "legs" upside down, you will have a bunny instead.Thanks
- Larger cardstock can be used to make a larger frog. However, if the proportions are not 3:5 trim it down using scissors or a paper cutter.Thanks
- Green cardstock will make a more realistic-looking frog.Thanks
Warnings
- If you are using scissors and/or paper cutters, keep fingers and clothing away from cutting parts, and keep an eye on children using them.Thanks
- Be careful with the corners of the index card. They are sharp.Thanks
Things You'll Need
- One 3" by 5" index card.
- A rectangle piece of paper
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