Like magic, a simple sheet of paper changes into a fish, an airplane or a whistle. In just a few minutes, you can fold a sheet of paper and create something to play with right away. If a child can fold a piece of paper, he or she can learn the basics of origami. Plus, once a project is finished, it's fun to decorate and play with the object created.

The expert author Didier Boursin demonstrates folds in easy, individual steps using clear, colorful drawings and engaging photographs of kids making origami models like a boat, a fish and an airplane. Only seven types of folds are used in the entire book, and a visual glossary at the beginning shows what each fold instruction means. Some of the projects have only three or four folds.

There are 16 origami projects that are simple and fun to make. They include: a sailboat that moves forward, a diary for keeping secrets, an airplane that's ready for takeoff, blow-up balls for juggling, a toy that does somesaults.

All you need are a few simple sheets of paper, a pair of scissors and a good imagination. Folding for Fun makes this ancient art accessible by turning it into a playful and rewarding activity that also produces a toy.