Endangered Animal Bookmarks
Dive into the world of wildlife conservation with our DIY Endangered Animal Corner Bookmarks—a craft that’s as meaningful as it is fun!
Crafting meets creativity with these adorable origami bookmarks featuring a koala bear, panda bear, and red panda. Not only are they functional and charming, but they also celebrate some of the world’s most beloved endangered animals. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or crafter, this activity is sure to delight anyone who loves these adorable creatures.
Kids, teens, and even adults will have a blast making these corner bookmarks. They’re easy to create, making them perfect for beginners or seasoned crafters alike. Who can resist the charm of a koala or a panda peeking out of your favorite book? These DIY bookmarks are not just a craft but a way to express your love for animals and nature.
Perfect as gifts, these paper bookmarks pair wonderfully with a good book for the animal lover in your life. They’re also a great activity for parties, classrooms, or quiet crafting days at home.
These endangered animal bookmarks are a perfect fit for a variety of themes and occasions. They’re ideal for:
- Endangered animal unit studies: Use these bookmarks as a hands-on activity to teach kids about the importance of conservation and the challenges faced by koalas, pandas, and red pandas in the wild. It’s a creative way to reinforce what they’ve learned while sparking meaningful conversations.
- Learning about wildlife in China, home to pandas and red pandas: Incorporate these bookmarks into a China unit study to highlight the significance of preserving these iconic animals. Pair the craft with lessons about Chinese culture, geography, or the bamboo forests where pandas live.
- Exploring Australian wildlife with the iconic koala bear: Make these koala bookmarks while learning about the fascinating animals and habitats of Australia. This craft can be part of a broader lesson about the unique biodiversity of the land Down Under.
- Zoo-themed parties or activities: These bookmarks are a fantastic addition to a zoo-themed birthday party or classroom activity. Guests can make their own keepsake to take home, adding a personalized touch to the celebration.
- Gifting to friends or family who adore koalas, pandas, or red pandas: Pair a handmade bookmark with a book about wildlife or a story featuring these animals for a thoughtful and unique gift that’s perfect for any animal lover.
- Just because—they’re fun to make and use!: No special occasion is needed to enjoy crafting these adorable bookmarks. They’re a great way to unwind, get creative, and show your love for endangered animals while adding a touch of personality to your reading time.
Variations for the Origami Bookmark Craft:
Take these origami bookmarks to the next level with these creative twists:
- Change up the colors to match your favorite book or animal.
- Use textured or patterned paper for a unique look.
- Add embellishments like glitter, stickers, or tiny googly eyes for extra personality.
- Personalize the animals with facial expressions or accessories to make them one of a kind.
Ready to bring these adorable bookmarks to life? Our step-by-step tutorial and free printable pattern make it easy to craft your very own koala, panda, and red panda bookmarks. Gather your supplies, and let’s get started on this fun and engaging project!
How to Make Animal Origami Bookmarks
Supplies:
- Colored craft papers
- Pencil – to trace the template
- A pair of scissors
- Craft glue
- Markers
- Printed pattern
Instructions:
Download and print the pattern. Cut out the pattern pieces.
Select colored craft papers for the koala, panda and red panda patterns.
Use orange, pink and cream or white craft papers for the red panda; white, black or dark grey and pink craft papers for the panda; and grey, black and pink craft papers for the koala pattern.
Let’s start with the panda bookmark.
Trace the panda patterns on the selected craft papers from the provided template. Use scissors to cut them out nicely.
Trace and cut out the head base from white paper.
Attach the inner ear cutouts on the outer ear cutouts.
Then attach them on the sides of the head base as shown below.
Use a marker to fill the eye cutouts.
Attach the eyes on the eye patch cutouts.
Attach the eye patch pieces on the head base, just below the ears.
Use a marker to draw the nose and mouth.
Attach the blush cutouts on the cheek parts of the head base.
Take a piece of square sheet (15cm x 15cm).
Fold the sheet in half, diagonally.
Fold the right bottom point upwards so the right corner touch the top center corner.
Fold up the left side the same way so it also touches the top center corner.
Unfold the left and right folds.
Fold the top corner of only the top layer in half downwards to touch the straight bottom edge. This will form a pocket.
Fold up the right side along the previous crease.
Fold in the top-open half of the right side inside the pocket.
Similarly, fold up the left side and fold the top-open half of it inside the pocket.
Attach the panda head on the triangle side of the origami bookmark.
Allow the glue to dry before using the panda corner bookmark.
These DIY Endangered Animal Corner Bookmarks are more than just a fun craft—they’re a way to celebrate and raise awareness for some of the world’s most cherished animals. Whether you’re crafting for fun, learning, or gifting, these origami bookmarks are sure to bring smiles to everyone who makes or receives them. So, grab your supplies, download the free pattern, and let your creativity shine!
