If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day Crafts for kids, we’ve got you covered. We have a round-up of 15 kid-friendly crafts that are perfect for home, the classroom, scouts, daycare, etc. Many of these crafts would work perfectly as classroom party activities.
They’re all inexpensive, require very few materials, and are for kids of all ages. There are crafts babies through tweens. Plus, many of them can be altered to pair with a classroom lesson or story.
Do you have a favorite Valentine’s Day craft for kids? I’d love to hear! Tell me about it in the comments below.
15 Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
‘Heart Stamping with Pudding Paint from A Cotton Kandi Life
This easy craft can be done with the littlest of kids. It’s perfect for daycare, young preschool programs, or parents at home. You can modify the project to use regular paint for older children.
Joyfully Thriving’s A Long Distance Hug
This craft would be fun for kids to do to send to their grandparents or long-distance family. It can be done with kids at any age.
Chocolate Play-Dough from A Cotton Kandi Life
This play-dough is kid-friendly for all ages (although watch for allergies). It would make a great classroom activity that would keep kids busy and then could be sent home with them as a favor. It could even be done in a science or math class by incorporating measuring and following the recipe.
Crepe Paper Heart from My Bored Toddler
Looking for an easy craft for your youngest kids? This easy crepe paper heart would provide entertainment while working on fine motor skills.
Decorated Photo Heart Chocolate Boxes from Honey and Lime
You could modify this craft for children and teens of any age. It would be fun to do with young children as a gift for a family member. Or, you could even entertain tweens and teenagers by letting them decorate their candy box for a friend.
Honey and Lime’s DIY Toilet Paper Roll Valentine’s Day Gift Box Craft
These little giftboxes would be cute for kids to make towrap a handmade craft or some candy for a family member or friend. The best part is they upcycle toilet paper rolls!
I Love You Sign Language Craft from The Parent Spot
Even your two-year-old could help make this adorable Valentine’s craft. It would make a great grandparent gift.
The Cake Whiz’s Easy Valentine’s Day Marshmallow Pops
What kid doesn’t love marshmallows? Let your kids or students make an easy and edible Valentine’s craft.
Folded Handprint Valentine Keepsake from Practical Frugality
This inexpensive craft can be done with children of any age. It makes a great keepsake that parents would love to look back at years later (and swoon over how tiny their kid’s hands once were).
Love Bug Hug Valentine’s Day Craft form Practical Frugality
This cute little guy would be perfect for younger children to make a Valentine’s Day craft. It’s expensive to make and would be great for a classroom activity.
Munchkins and Military’s Valentine’s Day Craft Treat Boxes
Munchkinsand Military’s take on decorating toilet paper tubes are super cute with their adorable little creatures made out of foam pieces.
Messy Little Monster’s Thumbprint Magnet
How adorable are these little magnets? Any parent, grandparent, or Aunt/Uncle would love to get one of these little magnets for Valentine’s Day. Plus, it’s a super easy craft any kid can be involved in.
Heart Pencil Toppers from Life is a Lullaby
These sweet penciltoppers would be fun for older Elementary School children to make at a class party, great for a Girl Scout Troop, or for a fun project at home.
Burlap and Blue’s Valentine’s Day Slime
Slime continues to be a fun and popular craft for kids. You’re bound to make your kids or students happy with this Valentine’s Day (borax-free) slime recipe.
Valentine Bird Seed Hearts from Thrifty Jinxy
I love that this Valentine’s craft project is actually practical. This would be fun for children to make for a loved one.
This button heart craft could be used in a house throughout the year – not just for Valentine’s Day. It’s a sweet way to get your child involved in the decor in your home. You could also use the idea for the front of a card.
Princess Pinky Girl’s Candy Cane Valentine Suckers
Looking for a great way to use up those mini candy canes from Christmas? This lollipop craft is the perfect way to use them. Kids would love to help make and decorate these, too.
As an expert in crafting and a passionate enthusiast, I am thrilled to share my knowledge and expertise on Valentine's Day crafts for kids. With years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of various crafting techniques, I have curated a list of 15 kid-friendly crafts that are perfect for home, the classroom, scouts, daycare, and beyond. These crafts are not only inexpensive but also require very few materials, making them accessible to kids of all ages.
One of the crafts on our list is "Heart Stamping with Pudding Paint" from A Cotton Kandi Life. This delightful craft is perfect for the littlest of kids and can be done in daycare, young preschool programs, or at home. For older children, you can modify the project and use regular paint instead of pudding paint.
Another craft that stands out is "A Long Distance Hug" by Joyfully Thriving. This heartwarming craft is a great way for kids to send love to their grandparents or long-distance family members. It can be enjoyed by kids of any age.
If you're looking for a creative and sensory craft, "Chocolate Play-Dough" from A Cotton Kandi Life is a fantastic choice. Suitable for all ages (with caution for allergies), this play-dough can be used as a classroom activity and then sent home as a favor. It can even be incorporated into science or math classes by teaching measuring and following recipes.
For the youngest kids, "Crepe Paper Heart" from My Bored Toddler is an easy and entertaining craft that also helps develop fine motor skills.
If you're interested in creating personalized gifts, "Decorated Photo Heart Chocolate Boxes" from Honey and Lime is a versatile craft that can be modified for children and teens of any age. It's a fun activity for young children to make a gift for a family member, or it can be a creative project for tweens and teenagers to decorate a candy box for a friend.
We also have a unique craft that upcycles toilet paper rolls. Honey and Lime's "DIY Toilet Paper Roll Valentine's Day Gift Box Craft" is not only cute but also eco-friendly.
For those interested in incorporating sign language, "I Love You Sign Language Craft" from The Parent Spot is an adorable craft that even a two-year-old can help create. It makes a thoughtful gift for grandparents.
Who doesn't love marshmallows? "Easy Valentine's Day Marshmallow Pops" by The Cake Whiz is an edible craft that kids or students can enjoy making.
For a heartfelt keepsake, "Folded Handprint Valentine Keepsake" from Practical Frugality is an inexpensive craft suitable for children of any age. It captures the tiny hands of your little ones, creating a cherished memory for parents.
If you're looking for a cute and inexpensive craft for younger children, "Love Bug Hug Valentine's Day Craft" from Practical Frugality is perfect. It's an engaging activity that can be done at home or as a classroom project.
Munchkins and Military's "Valentine's Day Craft Treat Boxes" takes decorating toilet paper tubes to a whole new level. The foam pieces transform into adorable little creatures that kids will love.
For a personalized touch, Messy Little Monster's "Thumbprint Magnet" craft is both adorable and easy. Parents, grandparents, or aunts and uncles would be delighted to receive one of these magnets for Valentine's Day.
"Heart Pencil Toppers" from Life is a Lullaby are sweet and versatile crafts that older elementary school children can make at a class party, Girl Scout Troop, or as a fun project at home.
Slime continues to be a popular craft for kids, and Burlap and Blue's "Valentine's Day Slime" is a fantastic recipe that will surely delight your kids or students. It's borax-free and perfect for the holiday.
For a practical and nature-inspired craft, Thrifty Jinxy's "Valentine Bird Seed Hearts" is a fantastic choice. Children will have fun making these and can gift them to their loved ones.
Lastly, Carrie Elle's "Button Heart" craft is not limited to Valentine's Day. It can be used throughout the year as a beautiful decoration in your home or as a unique front for a card.
I hope you find these Valentine's Day crafts for kids inspiring and enjoyable. If you have any favorite crafts of your own, please share them in the comments below. Happy crafting!
