Probably every modern parent in childhood put together origami. But did you know that origami is not only an exciting activity, it is also very useful for a child. It develops fine motor skills, introduces the child to the basics of mathematics. Children who originate in childhood as origami are much easier to adapt to school than their peers. This article presents the simplest step-by-step instruction "How to make an origami boat according to the scheme of paper."
What do you need
There are many different patterns of origami paper boats. In this article we will consider the simplest option. Based on it, it is possible to carry out more complex options in the future, because this scheme of the origami boat is universal. First you need: a sheet of A4 paper (you can take both white and color) and your skillful hands.
A boat made of paper. Instruction manual
1. Fold a rectangular sheet in half. Take sheet A4 and lay it vertically in front of you. Join the top and bottom edges, iron and arrange the sheet so that the fold is on top.
2. Fold the sheet in half again and straighten it back. Now connect the right and left edges of the sheet, and not the top and bottom, as in the previous step, iron and straighten it back.
3. Fold the top ends of the paper toward the center fold. Your sheet should look as shown in the image.
4. Bend both lower edges up as shown in the image below. Your sheet should now resemble the shape of a hat.
5. Fold the “hat” along the center line. Carefully open it and fold it along the diagonals made in step 2 so that your sheet turns into a rhombus.
6. Fold the bottom end up. Take the triangular end of the rhombus and gently bend it up so that approximately 0.5-0.6 cm remains to the middle of the rhombus. Flip and do the same from the other side.
7. Carefully open the resulting shape so that it again turns into a rhombus.
8. Pull the top edges of the rhombus. A boat of paper will open itself. That's all! You can enjoy your creation.
Now you know how to make a basic origami boat according to the scheme of paper. On its basis, two-pipe ships, sailboats can be made . Some forms, such as a catamaran, will be difficult to manufacture, even for adults. Also, to give the boat color, you can attach a small flag using a toothpick and a piece of bright paper.
Also do not forget the following tips
1. To extend the life of your boat, wrap its sides with transparent tape, this will protect it from the harmful effects of water.
2. It is important to pay attention to the paper you are using. Strange as it may seem, ordinary printer paper is best, since it is easiest to make neat and accurate folds that are so important for origami.
3. To make the boat more stable in the water, take two boats and put them into each other. It will also help protect them from getting wet.
That's all! Now you and your children are ready to conquer the “seas” with your paper fleet.