Half the fun of making Valentines with my girls is the nostalgia that kicks in while we create them. I remember being their age and the joy I felt while dumping out my Valentine’s Day box to see what cards I got from which kid. The class clown could always be counted on to contribute a goofy, pun-filled joke card. The artsy kid always gave some sort of colorful, cool treat. And, of course, I always wondered if my crush would add an extra little smiley face or hand-drawn heart on my card that he didn’t write on my friends’ cards. I’ll never forget the gross Garbage Pail Kids card I got one year.
Even now, I clearly remember my excitement during the class Valentine exchange. And I want my girls to have the same happy memories some day. So, we’ve made a tradition of crafting unique Valentines for their friends at school. Sometimes, we create little critters out of candy. Two years ago, my girls created watercolor hearts that they attached to lollipops. This year, I’m not sure what we’ll whip up, but this list of creative Valentine’s Day treats for school is definitely giving me some great ideas. Hopefully it will inspire you, too.
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30 Creative Valentine's for School
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Edible Scrabble Valentines
These Scrabble Valentines with edible tile letters provide hours of fun.
Photo: Positively Splendid
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DIY Emoji Valentines
Let the cards do the talking! These expressive emoji Valentines get the message across loud and clear.
Photo: Housing a Forest
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Kinetic Sand Valentines
Who says sand is only for summer? Forget the pail and shovel and let your kiddo dole out little buckets of sandy February fun.
Photo: Smart Schoolhouse
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Mustache and Lip Sucker Valentines
Goofy lips and giant mustaches will be funny favorites in each child's Valentine's bag.
Photo: I Heart Naptime
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Free Printable Candy Boxes
Mason jars and gum ball machines give a tempting peek at the candy prizes inside these printable boxes.
Photo: Petite Party Studio
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Dino and Wild Animal Valentines
Make these creatures the main focus of your kid's class bash.
Photo: Little Peanut Mag
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Glow Stick Valentines
Your kiddo is sure to light up a classmate's day with these printable glow stick treats.
Photo: 30-Minute Crafts
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Popcorn Valentines
This buttery treat will be a real "pop" star at your kid's class party.
Photo: Crazy Little Projects
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Extra Awesome Gum Valentines
Kids will definitely "chews" these bubbly Valentines over any other.
Photo: The Crafting Chicks
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Animal Cracker Valentines
If your school has a no-candy policy, go wild with these animal cracker treats.
Photo: Girl Creative
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Twinkie Minion Valentines
Twinkies and Minions?!? What more could a classmate ask for in their Valentine's Day box?
Photo: Colors + Craft
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Printable Pop Rocks Valentines
Kids will pop around the clock with these DIY classroom party favors.
Photo: Simple As That
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Valentine's Day Bookmarks
These Valentine's Day favors mark the spot. In a book, that is.
Photo: Positively Splendid
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Shaving Cream Valentines
These no-mess Valentines let kids channel their inner artist -- no messy clean-up required.
Photo: Modern Parents, Messy Kids
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Vehicles Valentine
This vehicle Valentine's Day card is "wheel-y" fun. Your mini's classmates will never "tire" of this speedy treat.
Photo: Fun Family Crafts
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Candy Lips Valentine
They're still too young to swap smooches, but they can still give a sweet kiss to a classmate.
Photo: Me and My Insanity
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Space Valentines
Get galactic with these otherworldly cards.
Photo: Zakka Life
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S'mores Valentines
Heart-shaped marshmallows with graham crackers and chocolate are the perfect way to give s'more love to classmates!
Photo: Little Peanut Mag
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Candy Butterfly Treats
Catch this candy craft before it flies away!
Photo: Crafty Morning
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Applesauce Valentines
Ever wonder where the term "awesome sauce" started? I bet these printable labels had something to do with it.
Photo: C.R.A.F.T.
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Paper Airplane Valentines
Crafting the perfect, flight-ready paper airplane is almost an obsession for elementary school-age kids. Let them soar with these lofty Valentine's Day cards.
Photo: No Biggie
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I Spy Magnifying Glass Valentines
It's easy to see why the entire class would love these magnifying glass favors.
Photo: SallyJShim
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Gem Valentines
Whether you kiddo is giving out eraser or candy rings, they can let friends know what a treasure they are with these gem tags.
Photo: Leslie Ann Jones
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Pencil Valentines
These pencil-topper tags prove it's possible to give out "write on" candy-free treats.
Photo: Lemon Squeezy
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String Heart Valentines
Help your kiddo punch the shape of a heart, add a small plastic needle and yarn, and gift her friends with a crafty valentine.
Photo: Hello Wonderful
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Goldfish Valentines
The kids will have fun fishing for love with these golden goodies.
Photo: Hello Wonderful
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Tic-Tac-Toe Valentines
Kids love a friendly game of Tic-Tac-Toe, so this mini version (complete with edible pieces) is sure to be a hit.
Photo: Hashtag Blessed
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Eraser Valentines
Stock up on cute mini erasers from the Dollar Store, and let your kiddo tie one to each of these printable cards. Easy, breezy.
Photo: What Moms Love
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Love Bug Fruit Cup Valentines
These little critters just want to spread the love.
Photo: I Heart Naptime
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Bullseye Valentines
These Bullseye Valentines with pencil arrows will really hit the mark!
Photo: Positively Splendid
