Looking for fun and easy Valentine crafts for kids? These DIY projects are perfect for preschoolers, elementary students, and classrooms! From handprint hearts and footprint art to paper plate wreaths and love bugs, these simple crafts are ideal for school, Sunday school, or at home. Christian-themed ideas like St. Valentine’s Day crosses and heart-shaped love messages make great teaching moments. Great for parents and teachers to create lasting memories with little ones!
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to get creative with kids, whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or at Sunday school.
These fun and easy Valentine crafts for kids are ideal for all ages, from preschoolers to elementary students. With simple materials like construction paper, paint, and paper plates, you can make heartfelt creations like handprint hearts, footprint art, and love bugs.
Whether you’re looking to teach a lesson about love or just want to create something special with your child, these DIY projects are sure to bring joy and creativity to the holiday!
1. Handprint Heart Cards (Preschool and Elementary)
One of the sweetest Valentine crafts for kids, handprint heart cards are simple to make and a great keepsake. Simply paint your child’s hand in red or pink, and then press it onto a piece of cardstock.
Add details like googly eyes or glitter for extra fun. Parents and teachers can use these as gifts or classroom decorations for Valentine’s Day!
2. Paper Plate Heart Wreath (Elementary)
A fun DIY craft that kids can create using a paper plate! Cut the center out of a paper plate to create a wreath shape, and let kids decorate it with heart stickers, glitter, or construction paper hearts.
This craft is perfect for the classroom or at home, and it’s easy enough for even young children to help with.
3. Valentine’s Day Footprint Art (Preschool)
Make adorable footprint art that’s sure to warm any heart. Dip your child’s foot in red or pink paint, then stamp it onto paper. You can turn the footprint into a heart shape or add googly eyes, making it perfect for a Valentine’s card for parents or grandparents.
4. St. Valentine’s Day Cross Craft (Christian / Sunday School)
This simple Valentine craft is perfect for a Christian classroom or Sunday School setting. Kids can create a heart-shaped cross with construction paper, glue, and markers.
This craft is a great way to incorporate the love of Christ into the holiday and teach children about the true meaning of Valentine’s Day.
5. Love Bug Paper Craft (Preschool and School)
Crafty kids will love creating their own little love bugs using construction paper. With googly eyes, heart-shaped wings, and pipe cleaner antennae, these love bugs are a fun, simple craft for any age group. This DIY project is perfect for Valentine’s Day parties at school.
6. Valentine’s Day Crown (Preschool)
A paper crown adorned with hearts and love-themed stickers is a fantastic and easy Valentine craft for younger kids.
Preschoolers will love wearing their crowns during Valentine’s celebrations or as part of a fun school activity. You can also make this craft with Christian symbolism like cross-shaped hearts for a Sunday School twist!
7. Handprint Valentine Tree (Preschool)
This is a fun classroom or homeschool craft idea for little ones. Using their hands as the “leaves,” kids can create a handprint tree, then decorate the tree with hearts or paper flowers. This is a great way to talk about love and family while creating a masterpiece.
8. Heart Shaped Bookmark (Elementary)
This is a simple and functional Valentine craft that kids can use in their schoolwork. Use cardstock to create heart-shaped bookmarks and then let kids decorate them with stickers, glitter, or messages of love. These make a thoughtful gift for classmates or parents.
9. DIY Love Coupons (Elementary)
Kids can create their own love coupons for parents or family members. Have them design and decorate small cards with special “coupons,” such as “one big hug” or “help with chores.”
This craft teaches kids about kindness and thoughtfulness while allowing them to get creative with their designs.
10. Valentine’s Day Heart Slime (Preschool and Elementary)
Slime is always a hit with kids! Make a batch of Valentine’s Day slime by mixing pink or red glue with baking soda and contact solution.
Kids can decorate their slime with heart confetti or glitter. It’s an engaging, hands-on craft that works well for a fun, sensory activity.
11. Valentine’s Day Puzzle Art (School and Classroom)
Have kids create artwork using a heart-shaped template, then cut the design into puzzle pieces.
This simple craft lets kids add their personal touch and then challenge each other to put the puzzle together. It’s a perfect craft for school Valentine’s parties or as a classroom decoration.
12. Valentine’s Day Stained Glass Window (School and Sunday School)
Using tissue paper and contact paper, kids can create beautiful “stained glass” hearts to hang in the window.
This craft is perfect for both school and Sunday school settings and can also be made into a Christian-themed craft by incorporating Bible verses or crosses.
13. DIY Valentine’s Day Cards (Classroom, Parents, Preschool)
Simple, yet meaningful, homemade Valentine’s Day cards are a great DIY project for kids of all ages.
Preschoolers can stamp handprints, while elementary school students can draw or use stamps and stickers to decorate cards for their classmates or parents.
14. Love Monsters Craft (Preschool and Elementary)
Bring out the creativity in kids by having them design their very own “love monsters.” Using construction paper, googly eyes, and markers, children can create colorful, quirky creatures. These little monsters make fun Valentine’s decorations or cards to give to family and friends.
15. Valentine’s Day Rock Painting (Preschool and School)
Turn ordinary rocks into special Valentine’s Day gifts with a little paint and creativity. Kids can paint hearts, love messages, or even small Bible verses on the rocks, then give them to friends, family, or classmates.
This is an excellent craft for all ages and can be a nice addition to a Sunday school lesson or classroom activity.
Valentine’s Day crafts are a wonderful way to celebrate love and creativity with kids of all ages. Whether you’re making handprint hearts, colorful love bugs, or Christian-themed projects, these easy and fun DIY ideas are perfect for classrooms, Sunday schools, or family bonding time.
Not only do these crafts help children express their creativity, but they also offer a chance to teach valuable lessons about love, kindness, and giving.
So grab your supplies, let the kids’ imaginations soar, and make this Valentine’s Day one to remember with heartfelt creations!