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There are all sorts of DIY paperfolding projects available- both for free and to buy. Some will consume may hours of adult folding and gluing, others a great quick and simple projects that a kid can do at a restaurant. All of them are pretty darn cool.

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Readymech paper monsters

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Readymech robots look great and are easy enough for even little robot lovers to make. They're free to print out and don't take too long to put together. The variety of designs means you end up with a nice collection afterwards.

Updated Feb 17, 2008

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Choki-Ori Papercraft - Dinosaurs

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I had a kit similar to these when I was a kid and I just *loved* them. These are simpler than origami and are a wonderful introduction to paper folding crafts for younger kids (5-8ish). Jungle animals are also available from this shop.

Updated Feb 15, 2008

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Kids love dinosaurs!

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Optical Toys

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Optical toys creates flights of fancy and fun from paper. Available on their web site are do-it-yourself paper automaton kits, flipbooks (you may be familiar with their Eadweard Muybridge series), and reproductions of paper toys and books. Their flash-based catalog keeps me from featuring my favorites in more depth (although I may be tracking some down at other retailers); you'll have to visit yourself and find your own treasures.

Updated Jan 28, 2008

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Canon 3D Papercraft

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Cannon offers an insane selection of paper folding print outs for free at their site. Some are great for kids, others will consume adults for hours. There is definitely something for everyone here!

Updated Feb 7, 2008

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Free detailed Japanese paper dolls house kits

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Kids can practice fine motor skills, learn about other cultures, and be occupied for HOURS with these insanely detailed & free to download paper folding kits. The site is in Japanese, but don't be put off- just click on the link you want and choose the button that has PDF somewhere in it. Just remember that Japan uses A4 size paper so you may have to adjust the print settings a bit.

Suitable for kids 8+ - some parental help may be needed as instructions are in Japanese-- but it's a good way for them to practice problem solving, too! (via YoKiddo)

Updated Feb 7, 2008