{CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES}
Cereal Box Heart Glasses
Kids will go gaga for these super colorful heart glasses from Pink Stripey Socks. There's even a free template you can download to easily make the heart-shaped frames for the glasses.
Hand Print Heart Tree Craft
These hand print heart trees from I Heart Crafty Things are made with a touch of love.
Popsicle Stick Picture Frame
There's no better way to say I LOVE YOU than with a homemade picture frame and a handwritten message. Get the how-to.
Pipe Cleaner Heart Ring
These adorable pipe cleaner heart rings from Crafty Morning are super simple and require only ONE supply. We like that! You could also provide the kids with sparkly beads to thread onto their rings.
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Thumbprint Heart Bookmarks
We give this heartfelt bookmark from Crafts For All Seasons two thumbs up.
Heart Shaped People
This craft is a super easy activity that allows kids to get as creative as they want. When everyone's done, string all the people together (holding hands) and hang as a fun decoration for the classroom! Get the how-to.
Celery Heart Flower Painting
This stamping activity from Crafty Morning is an easy way for kids to turn celery "hearts" into roses.
Love Bug Babies
Two egg cartons will get you 24 of these lil' cuties! Get the how-to.
Valentine's Day Playdough
A few drops of vanilla, strawberry extract, red food coloring, and cinnamon combine to make this lovely scented playdough from Almost Unschoolers.
Cork Love Bugs
Save those wine corks to make these super simple cork love bugs from No Time for Flashcards.
Paint Strip Bookmarks
We love this low budget craft from Teaching My Friends. Simply raid your local paint store for pink paint strips -- don't forget to grab some blue paint strips for the boys, just in case they're not that into pink!
Valentine's Day Party Crowns
There are lots of different ways to make party hats for kids. This version is so simple it's perfect for working with a large group at the Valentine’s Day class party! Get the how-to.
Red Solo Cup People
Turn those cups upside down to create a few of these smiley red guys! All you need for this fun craft from Crafty Morning is construction paper, googly eyes, glue, permanent markers and red solo cups. Poke a few holes in the tops of each cup and the kids can thread colored yarn through for hair.
Mustaches and Lips
This idea from Naptime Journal makes for a fun class party photo!
Cereal Box Love Bugs
No creepy crawlers here! Use recycled cereal boxes to make these love bugs from The Decorated Cookie.
Painted Heart Rocks
This simple activity from Pink Stripey Socks requires only rocks and paint.
Conversation Heart Jewelry
Here's a fun activity station -- just for the girls! -- from The Decorated Cookie!
Heart-Shaped Paper Chain
Making a heart-shaped paper chain is a great class party activity that easily turns into a classroom decoration. Plus it has the added bonus of being low cost and low mess! Get the how-to.
{GAMES}
Cupid's Arrow Game
This simple easy game from A Girl and a Glue Gun will keep the little ones entertained!
Musical Hearts
Similar to musical chairs, this game from No Time for Flash Cards is a fun way to get kids up and moving.
Cupid's Arrow Practice
In this game from Nap Time Journal, kids blow Q-tips out of straws and aim for the heart.
Valentine's Day Bingo
Everyone loves a good game of Bingo -- and this pinkified version is just right for Valentine's Day! Download the free Bingo card printable from Crazy Little Projects.
Pin the Lips on the Teacher
Stick the pucker to the poster with this cute game from Nap Time Journal -- there's even a free printable for the lips!
Conversation Heart Memory Game
All you need to do is print the cards, cut out the hearts, and play! Get the free printable at Pint Size Treasures.
