Who can resist a holiday dedicated to love and friendship? Share a little love with your students (minus the sugar) with these 35 sweet valentines for students. Bonus points: Share this article with classroom parents. They’ll surely appreciate the help coming up with ideas for fun valentine gifts and cards for their child to pass out to their classroom friends.
1. Stretchy sticky hands
Give your students a high five (literally) this Valentine’s Day!
Recommended supplies:
- Sticky hands at Amazon
- Cellophane treat bags for sticky hands at Amazon
Learn more: Sticky Hands at Craft-o-Maniac
2. Plastic hoppers
Hop right up and let them know how awesome you think they are!
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Recommended supplies:
- Yellow card stock at Amazon
- Glue dots at Amazon
- Plastic frogs at Amazon
Learn more: Toad-ally Awesome Valentines at Crap I’ve Made
3. Heart stickers or tattoos
Aww, we love a timely play on words!
Recommended supplies:
- Valentine stickers at Amazon
- Temporary tattoos at Amazon
- Free download (in link below)
Learn more: I’m Stuck On You Valentine at Kiki & Company
4. Maze valentine
Help them build their hand-eye skills with these a-maze-ing valentines.
Recommended supplies:
- Valentine-themed mazes at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Maze Valentine at Toddler Approved
5. Whoopee cushion
Perhaps you could give these valentines to students as they head out the door at the end of the day!
Recommended supplies:
- Mini whoopee cushions at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Whoopee Cushion Valentine at Paging Supermom
6. Toy cars
Vroom, vroom! Drive your point home with this fun valentine.
Recommended supplies:
- Toy cars at Amazon
- Washi tape at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Toy Car Valentines at Creating Really Awesome Fun Things
7. Yo-yo
This one ought to get their attention!
Recommended supplies:
- Plastic yo-yos at Amazon
- Card stock in assorted colors at Amazon
Learn more: Yo-Yo Valentines at Crap I’ve Made
8. Mini lightsabers
Who can resist these darling Yoda valentines with mini lightsabers?
Recommended supplies:
- Glow sticks at Amazon
Learn more: Lightsaber Valentines at Celeste Rockwood-Jones
9.Pencil-heart valentines
Because really, can your students ever have enough pencils?
Recommended supplies:
- 56-pack Valentine’s Day pencils at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
- Red card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Pencil Valentines at Bits of Everything
10. Colorful crayons
Ahh, the beloved smell of fresh crayons!
Recommended supplies:
- Twistable crayons at Amazon
- Classic crayons at Amazon
- Washi tape at Amazon
- Card stock in assorted colors at Amazon
Learn more: Crayon Valentines at Today’s Creative Ideas
11. Silly straws
These will make your students cheer!
Recommended supplies:
- 36-pack of straws in assorted colors and shapes at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Silly Straw Valentines at Kinzie’s Kreations
12. Love bugs
We love the mason jar card stock these little bugs arrive in!
Recommended supplies:
- 36-pack bug-themed cards with bug figurines (time-saver option) at Amazon
- 48-pack realistic insect figurines (DIY option) at Amazon
- Brown Kraft card stock (DIY option) at Amazon
13. Pencil arrows
Play Cupid and aim for your students’ hearts.
Recommended supplies:
- 3 dozen assorted Valentine’s Day pencils at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
- Bakers twine, assorted colors at Amazon
Learn more: Pencil Arrow Valentines at Remarkably Created
14. Cuties
A sweet message to go with a healthy treat.
Recommended supplies:
- Package of clementines
- Cellophane treat bags at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Cutie Valentines at The Cards We Drew
15. Slinky valentines
Tip: Buy mini-Slinky toys in bulk.
Recommended supplies:
- 50-pack of rainbow spring toys (assorted shapes, including hearts!) at Amazon
- Red yarn at Amazon
- Heart-shaped hole punch for Slinky valentines at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Slinky Valentines at Two Thirty-Five Designs
16. Crayon hearts
This is a great project for using up all those crayon odds and ends.
Recommended supplies:
- Recycled crayon bits
- Heart-shaped silicone mold at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Heart Crayon Valentines at The Nerd’s Wife
17. You rule!
Let them know they measure up in your eyes with these adorable valentines for students.
Recommended supplies:
- 30-pack plastic rulers in assorted colors at Amazon
- 60-pack of wooden rulers (Save extras for next year!) at Amazon
- Red card stock at Amazon
- Heart-shaped hole punch at Amazon
- Glitter heart stickers (alternative to photos) at Amazon
Learn more: Ruler Valentines at Back to Organic
18. Tic-tac-toe fun
If you’re still trying to stay away from candy, use jewel stones or beads instead of M&M’s. (Just make sure you change the “you can eat them!” message!)
Recommended supplies:
- Package of Valentine’s Day M&M’s at Amazon
- Pink and red heart-shaped jewel stones (candy-free option) at Amazon
- Cellophane treat bags at Amazon at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Tic-Tac-Toe Valentines at Creations by Kara
19. Foxy pretzels
Your kids will love this foxy little valentine.
Recommended supplies:
- Large bag of pretzel sticks
- Clear plastic pillow boxes at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Fox Pretzel Valentines at Pink Peppermint Design
20. Scrabble valentines
Use Scrabble Cheez-Its (who knew?) and this template to play Valentine Scrabble with your students.
Recommended supplies:
- Scrabble Cheez-Its at Wal-Mart
- Bulk set of Scrabble tiles (food-free option) at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Scrabble Valentines at Positively Splendid
21. Dinosaurs
Pick up an assorted bag of plastic dinos and some cute washi tape, and you’re good to go!
Recommended supplies:
- 78-pack of colorful dinosaur figurines at Amazon
- Washi tape in assorted colors at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Dino Valentines at Sew Woodsy
22. Paint-strip bookmarks
Just take a quick trip to the hardware store for these DIY valentines for students.
Recommended supplies:
- Paint strips in Valentine’s Day colors
- Heart-shaped hole punch at Amazon
- Skinny satin ribbon at Amazon
Learn more: Paint Strip Bookmark Valentines at The Thrifty Couple
23. Bubble fun
Have a bubble-blowing party on the blacktop!
Recommended supplies:
- 36-pack Valentine’s Day mini bubble wands at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
- Burlap craft paper at Amazon
- Red-and-white twine at Amazon
Learn more: Bubble Valentines at The Girl Creative
24. Applesauce squeeze
Another healthy option with a sweet message.
Recommended supplies:
- 12-packs of applesauce pouches at Amazon
- Bakers twine, assorted colors at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
- Red card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Apple Sauce Pouch Valentines at Funky Polkadot Giraffe
25. Bouncy balls
You might want to hand this one out at the end of the day!
Recommended supplies:
- 24-pack bouncy balls at Amazon
- Cellophane treat bags for bouncy balls at Amazon
- Red yarn at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Bouncy Ball Valentines at About a Mom
26. Play-Doh valentine
Kids of all ages love Play-Doh!
Recommended supplies:
- 10-pack of Play-Doh at Amazon
- 24-pack of Play-Doh at Amazon
- Printer paper
Learn more: Play-Doh Valentines at Random Thoughts of a Supermom
27. Teddy grahams
Give your students a Valentine’s bear hug—the healthy option.
Recommended supplies:
- Large box or individual packages of teddy grahams
- 102-pack of bear counters (food-free option) at Amazon
- Cellophane treat bags at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Teddy Graham Valentines at Skip to My Lou
28. Sugar-free pudding cups
These valentines for students are a sugar-free version of a sweet treat. Plus they have a sense of humor.
Recommended supplies:
- Sugar-free pudding cups at Amazon
- Shiny silver metal card stock at Amazon
- 1-inch googly eyes at Amazon
- Cellophane treat bags at Amazon
Learn more: Pudding Cup Valentines at The Tiptoe Fairy
29. Glow stick magic
Because our students light up our lives! (Hint: Connect two glow stick bracelets together for a budget-friendly multicolored necklace!)
Recommended supplies:
- Glow stick necklaces at Amazon
- Glow stick bracelets at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Glow Stick Valentines at The Teacher Wife
30. Lovebug valentine
Aww, this cute little lovebug is not only darling, it’s easy to make!
Recommended supplies:
- Construction paper
- Plastic googly eyes at Amazon
- Foam conversation hearts at Amazon
Learn more: Love Bug Valentines at Kid Friendly Things To Do
31. Honeybee valentine
This sweet valentine will have your students buzzing with excitement!
Recommended supplies:
- Yellow pencils
- Honeybee erasers at Amazon
- Ribbon at Amazon
Learn more: Bee Eraser Valentines at Polka Dot Chair
32. Lip balm
Practical and adorable! Download the free printable at the link below, then simply attach your favorite lip balm with cute polka-dotted washi tape
Recommended supplies:
- Washi tape at Amazon
- Lip balm at Amazon
Learn more: Lip Balm Valentines at The Craft Patch
33. Cootie catcher
Kids have loved cootie catchers for decades! And not only is this one cute on the outside, but there are jokes they will love sharing with their friends and family on the inside!
Recommended materials:
- Free, printable cootie catcher template at Bren Did
34. Gummy bears
OK, we just couldn’t resist adding one candy treat. Gummy Bears are so darn cute! And you can always buy sugar-free or organic!
Recommended supplies:
- 65-pack of individually packaged organic gummy bears at Amazon
- Red yarn at Amazon
- White card stock at Amazon
Learn more: Gummy Bear Valentines at Bloom Designs
35. Heart lollipops
OK, one more! These sweet valentines for students are heart-shaped flowers made from tiny lollipops and they are adorable.
Recommended supplies:
- Fruit-flavored lollipops at Amazon
- Green and red construction paper
Learn more: Lollypop Valentines at One Little Project
For more Valentine’s Day inspiration, check out our We Are Teachers Valentine’s Day Pinterest board.
Plus, if you liked these valentines for students, check out Punny Valentine’s Day Jokes To Spread Love and Laughter!
Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert and enthusiast, I have personal experiences or beliefs, but I can provide you with information on the concepts mentioned in this article. Here's a breakdown of the different valentine ideas mentioned in the article:
Stretchy sticky hands
- These are recommended supplies for a valentine idea where you give students stretchy sticky hands.
- The supplies include sticky hands and cellophane treat bags.
Plastic hoppers
- This valentine idea involves using plastic frogs and yellow card stock to create valentines.
- Glue dots are also mentioned as recommended supplies.
Heart stickers or tattoos
- This idea suggests using heart stickers or temporary tattoos for valentines.
- The supplies mentioned are valentine stickers, temporary tattoos, and a free download.
Maze valentine
- This valentine idea involves using valentine-themed mazes and white card stock.
- The recommendation is to help students build their hand-eye skills with these valentines.
Whoopee cushion
- This idea suggests giving students mini whoopee cushions as valentines.
- The supplies mentioned are mini whoopee cushions and white card stock.
Toy cars
- This valentine idea involves using toy cars and washi tape.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
Yo-yo
- This idea suggests giving students plastic yo-yos as valentines.
- The recommended supplies include plastic yo-yos and card stock in assorted colors.
Mini lightsabers
- This valentine idea involves using glow sticks to create mini lightsabers.
- The recommendation is to create Yoda valentines with mini lightsabers.
Pencil-heart valentines
- This idea suggests using Valentine's Day pencils to create valentines.
- The supplies mentioned are Valentine's Day pencils, white card stock, and red card stock.
Colorful crayons
- This valentine idea involves using twistable or classic crayons and washi tape.
- Card stock in assorted colors is also mentioned as a supply.
Silly straws
- This idea suggests using colorful straws in assorted shapes as valentines.
- The recommended supplies include a pack of straws and white card stock.
Love bugs
- This valentine idea involves using bug-themed cards with bug figurines or realistic insect figurines.
- Brown Kraft card stock is mentioned as a supply.
Pencil arrows
- This idea suggests using Valentine's Day pencils to create pencil arrows.
- The supplies mentioned are Valentine's Day pencils, white card stock, and bakers twine.
Cuties
- This valentine idea involves using clementines and cellophane treat bags.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
Slinky valentines
- This idea suggests using rainbow spring toys to create slinky valentines.
- Red yarn and a heart-shaped hole punch are mentioned as supplies.
Crayon hearts
- This valentine idea involves using recycled crayon bits and a heart-shaped silicone mold.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
You rule!
- This idea suggests using plastic rulers to create ruler valentines.
- Red card stock, a heart-shaped hole punch, and glitter heart stickers are mentioned as supplies.
Tic-tac-toe fun
- This valentine idea involves using Valentine's Day M&M's or heart-shaped jewel stones to play tic-tac-toe.
- Cellophane treat bags and white card stock are mentioned as supplies.
Foxy pretzels
- This idea suggests using pretzel sticks and clear plastic pillow boxes to create foxy valentines.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
Scrabble valentines
- This valentine idea involves using Scrabble Cheez-Its or Scrabble tiles to play Valentine Scrabble.
- White card stock is mentioned as a supply.
Dinosaurs
- This idea suggests using colorful dinosaur figurines and washi tape to create dinosaur valentines.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
Paint-strip bookmarks
- This valentine idea involves using paint strips in Valentine's Day colors to create bookmarks.
- A heart-shaped hole punch and skinny satin ribbon are mentioned as supplies.
Bubble fun
- This idea suggests using mini bubble wands and burlap craft paper to create bubble valentines.
- White card stock and red-and-white twine are mentioned as supplies.
Applesauce squeeze
- This valentine idea involves using applesauce pouches and bakers twine to create valentines.
- White card stock and red card stock are also mentioned as supplies.
Bouncy balls
- This idea suggests giving students bouncy balls as valentines.
- Cellophane treat bags and red yarn are mentioned as supplies.
Play-Doh valentine
- This valentine idea involves using Play-Doh to create valentines.
- Printer paper is mentioned as a supply.
Teddy grahams
- This idea suggests using teddy grahams or bear counters to create valentines.
- Cellophane treat bags and white card stock are mentioned as supplies.
Sugar-free pudding cups
- This valentine idea involves using sugar-free pudding cups and shiny silver metal card stock.
- 1-inch googly eyes and cellophane treat bags are also mentioned as supplies.
Glow stick magic
- This idea suggests using glow stick necklaces or bracelets to create glow stick valentines.
- White card stock is mentioned as a supply.
Lovebug valentine
- This valentine idea involves using construction paper, plastic googly eyes, and foam conversation hearts.
- The recommendation is to create cute lovebug valentines.
Honeybee valentine
- This idea suggests using yellow pencils, honeybee erasers, and ribbon to create bee eraser valentines.
Lip balm
- This valentine idea involves attaching lip balm to a free printable using cute polka-dotted washi tape.
Cootie catcher
- This idea suggests using a printable cootie catcher template for valentines.
Gummy bears
- This valentine idea involves using individually packaged organic gummy bears and red yarn.
- White card stock is also mentioned as a supply.
Heart lollipops
- This idea suggests creating heart-shaped flowers made from tiny lollipops using green and red construction paper.
For more information and detailed instructions on each valentine idea, you can refer to the original article.
