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Cootie Catcher - Fortune Teller

Make a cootie catcher (fortune teller) with our free printable!
Keyword: kids activities

Ingredients

  • 1 origami paper or blank paper that is cut into a square.
  • colored markers or pencils

Instructions

  • Fold the paper in half lengthwise on each side. Unfold after each fold.
  • Then, fold the paper in half diagonally on each side. Unfold after each fold.
  • Fold the corners into the center.
  • Flip the project over. Then, fold the corners into the center again.
  • Fold the project down the center lengthwise. Then, unfold.
  • Repeat for the other lengthwise side.
  • Gently place your fingers into the bottom flaps to pinch into shape.
  • Add the interior fortunes and numbers.
  • Add the top layer of colors.
  • Now you are ready to use your cootie catcher!

Notes

What to put in a cootie catcher? The deepest layer can be simple answers for yes and no questions (yes, no, maybe, and try again) or you can write more elaborate "fortunes" for directions for a game like a scavenger hunt.