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A fun guide to making seasonal Christmas figures using the ancient art of origami! Includes colorful origami paper. This step-by-step origami guide for kids will show little elves ages 6 and up how to turn simple squares of paper into magical Christmas origami models (with a little help from a grown-up). Themed sections teach kids how to make: Santa's Workshop: Santa, Reindeer, Sleigh, Elf, Letter to Santa, Present Nativity Scene: Stable, Baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Angel, Sheep, Donkey, Ox Festive Friends: Snowman, Robin, Elf Face, Santa Face, Reindeer Face Deck the Halls: Holly Leaf, Candy Cane, Christmas Tree, Candle, Mini Stocking, Wreath, Snowflake, Star Chain The 5-page introductory section also teaches kids basic origami folds or "bases," including a valley fold, mountain fold, step fold, kite base, fish base, waterbomb base, square base, inside reverse fold, and outside reverse fold. Kids will love to share their Christmas origami creations when they're done: origami art is great for Christmas tree ornaments, holiday place settings, gift-wrapping accessories, or for Christmas decorating around the house.