What age is this origami Elephant Face for?

About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 7 steps, and takes about 6 minutes.

What paper do I need?

One sheet of square origami paper (15 cm / 6 in). No scissors or glue are needed.

What is it called in Japanese?

In Japanese it is “ぞう” (象). The word origami (折り紙) itself means “folding paper”: ori = fold, kami = paper.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. “Print the diagram” puts every step on one page (or a PDF), and the practice sheet has the crease lines printed on the paper. Free for home and classroom use.

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How to make an origami Elephant FaceぞうElephant Face

An elephant face with a long trunk and big ears.

7 steps
about 6 min
1 sheet of origami paper
Age 5+

How to fold

半分に折って、たての折りすじをつける
Fold in half and unfold to make a center crease.
上の左右のふちを、まん中の線に合わせて折る
Fold the upper edges to the center line.
うらがえす
Turn it over.
上の長いかどを、下へ折る（はなになる）
Fold the long top point down to make the trunk.
下のかどを、うしろへ折る
Fold the bottom corner behind.
耳と頭のかどを、うしろへ少し折る
Fold the corners of the ears and head behind a little.
はなの先を、上へ折る
Fold the tip of the trunk up.
できあがり！目をかいたら、ぞうの顔のできあがり。
Finished! Draw the eyes, and your elephant is ready!

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❓ FAQ

What age is this origami Elephant Face for?: About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 7 steps, and takes about 6 minutes.
What paper do I need?: One sheet of square origami paper (15 cm / 6 in). No scissors or glue are needed.
What is it called in Japanese?: In Japanese it is “ぞう” (象). The word origami (折り紙) itself means “folding paper”: ori = fold, kami = paper.
Can I print the instructions?: Yes. “Print the diagram” puts every step on one page (or a PDF), and the practice sheet has the crease lines printed on the paper. Free for home and classroom use.