20 Valentine’s Day Card Ideas for Kids

I am so excited to share these 20 Valentines’ Cards for kids. These kids’ valentines cards are not only easy to make but also so creative, cute, and out-of-the-box. We have found everything from non-candy Valentine Cards to Valentine Snacks for kids. Each one is as A-maze-ing and unique as the next – the kids will love them.

I can’t believe it’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day Cards Ideas for kids, but it is, so let’s begin! While it’s always sweet to have a handmade card made with a blank piece of paper that you fold to make a card, today’s list of creative Valentine’s Day card ideas are just a step up in creativity. Have fun finding which of these cute valentines are perfect for your kiddos to give to family and friends. You’ll find everything from non-candy Valentine cards to Valentine Cards for teachers!

Be sure to check out our silly Valentine’s Day card ideas, too (each one has an adorable & funny Valentine’s Day pun.)

Valentines’ Day Cards for Kids

This list of cards & Valentine’s Day crafts are fun to make, but even more fun to pass out. Every blogger that has shared one today has something special to share! You don’ have to have a green thumb, work at good housekeeping, or create club crafted cards to make the most adorable cards! Today we’ll share our favorites! Everything from pop up cards to heart cards and bug cards – we’ve got you covered.

These DIY Valentine’s day cards & ideas work for a classroom Valentine’s party (check out these fun Valentine’s games) or to pass out to friends and neighbors. They make adorable Valentine’s cards for school (don’t forget an extra one to use as a teacher Valentine’s card – we’ve included those, too!)

You can even make DIY Valentine’s Mail Boxes to hang in your house. Once they are hung up and you have your Valentine’s Cards finished, just have everyone in your family deliver their Valentines using the indoor family mailbox.

20 Valentine’s Day Card Ideas for Kids

When it comes to kids Valentine’s cards, you can go super simple and make a heart shape with your child’s handwriting on it, or you can get a little fancier with some of the Valentine’s Day treats attached to the cards. Either way, these easy DIY Valentines for kids are all super easy & fun!
The kids and I have already picked out our favorite valentines to share with you today:

1. Non-Candy Valentines. These bubble valentines are so adorable & easy to make at home with the free printable cards!

2. Another great non-candy idea is the valentines made of Playdoh – which will give them a chance to be creative! Head over to find the template. 

3. Use a paper heart, glitter, stickers and pencils to tell your valentine that you think they’re “just write”!  (I love cute puns).  

4. Mini Cereal Box Valentine Cards are super cute & easy to make at home! If you like Valentine’s day crafts, this one is for you. It makes a clever card. 

Directions: Print this free “I Cerealsly Like You” card and secure it around a mini cereal box with some tape or glue. For an added bonus, use some twine or ribbon (grab this at a craft store) to tie a plastic spoon onto the box. That’s it!

You can change it up by making your own “custom” cards if you have a specific cereal that you wanted to use:

• You have a heart of Gold – Golden Grahams
• I’m not playing Trix. I really like you. – Trix
• You are my Lucky Charm. – Lucky Charms
• I like you Oh so much! – Cheerios (Use this one with all Cheerios versions!)
• You make my heart Swirl – Cinnamon Toast Crunch
• I’m Cuckoo for you. – Cocoa Puffs

5. Have a “Super Valentine’s Day!” – how cute are these little superhero tootsie roll pops? Such a fun valentine’s idea!

6. Gift each child with a small toy dinosaur – letting them know you think they’re “dino-mite”!
No instructions or tutorial needed for this one – just print out the cute card & fill the bag! 

7. Looking for another great boy-friendly idea? This is perfect! These are fun and easy to make, plus I love when the Valentine cards have a special message that goes along with the favor. 🙂

8. If the class would KNOT be the same with your child – you should make these bracelets by Dandee Designs. These are adorable for your child’s classmates. For this handmade Valentine’s day card (well- bracelet) take a thick piece of paper, a hole punch, and DIY friendship bracelets.

9. These mustache valentines are just about the most fun idea… EVER! They combine humor and sweetness all in one! Can you imagine how much fun kids will have if these are part of a classroom Valentine party? 🙂 Throw in some temporary tattoos (Valentine’s Day themed) and you’re set! 🙂

10. Kids would love melting crayons to create these unique Valentine’s Day hearts! Our kids love doing these. They are so cute. You can even give these with a coloring sheet (Valentine’s Day theme) that you print off for the kids. There are so many options with the different colors you’ll find in the crayon box! You can even create an ombré effect, too. 
Note: We use a valentine’s heart mold that we use. Heart-shape cookie cutters work to make a Heart Valentine out of melted crayons, too. 

11. If you want Valentine card ideas for school – this next one is perfect. Put goldfish crackers into a bag & use a folded piece of paper or a little index card and write “happy to be in the same school with you” on it! (You don’t have to be a hallmark writer for this card. lol!)  Use double-sided tape to attach the card to the bag. You can make these with white printer paper and some markers! 

12. Ever thought of making homemade Valentine fortune cookies? You don’t need to have bakers doing this one for you! They are actually really easy to make & they are fun treat to include with a special Valentine’s Day card or note!
Just write something cute on the paper like, “You will have a great day today!” or “You will do great on your spelling test!” or keep it basic with “Happy Valentine’s Day!” Your sweet sentiments will make this card perfect.

These are adorable to give to a girlfriend or boyfriend, too. 

13. Check out these lightsaber cards by ElishoSnow (you can make them right on your computer!) with glow-sticks and a picture printed on cardstock. The lucky recipient will have a great time with these! 

14. I am in love with this ingenious idea: “I dig you!” Kids will love the fact that they can use this Valentine even after the candy is gone. 😉

15. I love the idea of these love bugs for kids! It’s the perfect card for your little one’s buggy and buddy. 🙂 On a day when they will receive loads and loads of sweets, why not treat them with something a little different— a small toy like this make the cutest little Valentine’s day gifts for their friends.

“Dear Teacher” Valentine’s Day Card Ideas

If you are looking for Valentine’s card ideas for school teachers, we’ve got you covered. This next group of cards will be perfect for your child’s teacher. Whether your teacher has a sweet tooth (chocolates to the rescue with a Hershey’s kiss or hugs) or loves pastries (there are so many adorable cards about donuts), you’ll find something for every teacher this February. 🧑‍🏫

Valentine Card for Teacher

Donut Valentine’s Day Card. Print this card out. Your child can give it to their teacher with a doughnut!

17. Use Burt’s Bee’s popular products to thank your child’s teacher for “bee-ing” great with this adorable teacher Bee Valentine Card

Or if you want a bee-themed card without the chapstick, this next one is for you!

With this card, you can use the same printable idea, just without the chapstick… It’s so cute to include for a teacher when your child prepares their Valentine’s day card for school. If you want another chapstick option, you can download & print these BEE Valentine printables right here.  (They remind me of our BEE-Day birthday party!)

18. Does your child’s teacher love coffee? If so, this is the perfect valentine for them! (Psst…don’t you just love when the free printable is included?)

19. For a little bit of a different twist: This Valentine’s Day, they may also enjoy being told: “Thanks a Latte” for all that they do! 

20. How cute is this budget-friendly idea? It’s going to be a great Valentine for the teacher, but it also works great as classroom valentines for all of the kids. A ruler and some paper and make adorable classroom valentines. The embellishments make it even more adorable & the ‘envelope’/flap around the ruler is just the cutest! 

21. These Rainbow Loom Bracelet cards are a wonderful gift from your child to your teacher and I think any teacher would appreciate it! (I would have!). Our kids have each loved to make Rainbow Loom bracelets at one point or another, so this one would be perfect for them.

If you are looking for Valentine Cards for Boys – check out these inspiration ideas from our sons (and grab the free template).

Valentine’s Day Party Ideas:

• Check out this easy Valentine’s Day Pretzel Buttons- an easy Valentine’s Day Snack.

• This Valentine Science Experiment is so much fun! They will literally watch the hearts bubble until they disappear.

More Valentine Ideas for Kids 

• DIY Valentine’s Day Box
• Valentine’s Cards for Boys
• Try a S’mores Bar.
• Have heart pancakes for breakfast.
• Healthy Valentines Day Ideas & Treats
• Valentine Gifts for Kids (under $5)
• Valentine’s Day Mailbox with flag.