In addition to her work as a writer and illustrator, Leyla has been involved in the art of origami for many years. This art of folding paper is a source of joy, learning, and friendship among people all over the world.
-Please visit Leyla’s blog, The Braid, where she writes about her own experiences and adventures with origami.
-Leyla is available for school and group origami presentations and workshops.
Historical Note
The origin of origami is not known with certainty, but there is speculation that it dates to the invention of paper, in China, around 105A.D. Japan is known though as the country where origami developed a strong tradition. There is also evidence indicating that paper folding developed in Europe in the 15th century A.D. after the Arabs introduced the papermaking process.
In recent years origami has experienced a great advancement and is found in diverse fields and applications:
• Artists use origami as a medium of expression.
• Scientists explore origami for its practical and theoretical value.
• Mathematicians study its geometry, an inherent aspect.
• Teachers incorporate origami into the curricula of math, art, language arts, and social studies.
For a detailed and interesting history of origami please visit the page of Hatori Koshiro.
