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paper foldingJapanese origamiArt of folding objects out of paper without cutting, pasting, or decorating. Its early history is unknown, but it seems to have developed from the older art of folding cloth. Origami has reached its greatest development in Japan, with hundreds of traditional folds and an extensive literature dealing with the art. There are two types of Japanese folds: figures used in ceremonial etiquette, and objects such as animals, flowers, furniture, and human figures. Some objects have amusing action features; best known is the bird that flaps its wings when its tail is pulled. Paper folding has also flourished in Spain, South America, and Germany. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Since prospective elementary school teachers need a solid foundation in the mathematical basis of these reform initiatives, textbooks for these future teachers should contain paper-folding applications. A room for repose awaited guests Sunday in the tatami mat teahouse and adjoining tea garden where artists offered lessons in origami and ikebana - the Japanese arts of paper-folding and flower arranging. in creating and inventing such figures, artisans have generally relied on a variety of paper-folding rules learned and developed through years of practice. |
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