Ninja star (shuriken)

Two matching units locked together into a star. Use two colors for the best look.

Why this level: The units are easy, but assembling them means tucking each point into the other unit’s pocket.

You need: 2 sheets (two colors look best)

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Steps at a glance

1. Crease both sheets in half both ways
Both sheets white side up: fold in half both ways and unfold.
2. Fold the sides to the center
On both sheets, fold the left and right edges to the center line.
3. Fold in half lengthwise
Fold each one in half, right over left, into a long strip.
4. Fold the ends at an angle (mirror images)
Left strip: fold the top end down to the left and the bottom end up to the right. Right strip: the mirror image.
5. Fold the points across
Fold each pointed end across to make a Z-shaped unit. The two units are mirror images.
6. Lay one unit across the other
Turn the left unit over and lay it diagonally, then place the other unit across it so the centers match.
7. Tuck in the front points
Fold each sticking-out point of the lower unit in half and tuck it into the pocket of the upper unit. Do both.
8. Turn over
Turn the star over.
9. Tuck in the other two points
Fold the last two points in half and tuck them into the other unit’s pockets. Your ninja star is done!