Family Activities for Valentine’s Day
Crafts
Find lots of hands-on ideas for craft projects that are easy and inexpensive in:
- 44 Fun Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
- Rorschach Window Hearts Art Project
- Tissue Paper Valentine’s Hearts
- Valentine Crafts for Kids
Books
Did you know that February 14th is also International Book Giving Day? The aim is to get books into the hands of as many children as possible. There’s still time to visit a bookstore (in person or online) or the public library and gather some books. Here are some ideas for Valentine’s Day themed titles:
- 10 Kids’ Books About Love That Are Perfect for Valentine’s Day
- Children’s and YA Books for Valentine’s Day 2021
- Great Books: Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day
- Valentine’s Day Picture Book Gifts for Little Readers
Games
For something that’s new and familiar at the same time, try a game that’s adapted to a Valentine’s Day theme:
- Active Valentine’s Day Party Games for Kids
- Valentine Minute to Win It Games
- Valentine’s Day I Spy Printable
- Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt for Kids with Printable Clues
STEM
Did you know there are science projects with a Valentine’s theme? Find fun, hands-on projects in:
- 3 STEM Projects for Valentine’s Day
- 10 Brilliant Valentine Science Experiments
- Preschool Valentine’s Day Science Activities
- Valentine’s Day STEM Activities and STEM Projects for Kids
Ready for a rest from the Valentine’s Day activities? Here’s an online read aloud to enjoy.
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