The wonderful thing about Valentine’s Day is seeing kids get so excited over marvelously sappy little gifts. And by celebrating love in all its forms on Feb. 14, you’re telling your kids that romance isn’t the be-all and end-all. A valuable lesson, no?
Below, you’ll find the best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for kids to remind them that your love is, and always will be, the real deal. Whether your heart belongs to a toddler, tween or teen, we’ve got presents for everyone.
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This collectible soft and squishy toy is just what their stuffed animal collection is missing. Complete with heart-shaped antennas and heart-blushing cheeks, it makes for an ideal emotional support bear during everything from long car rides to full nights in their new big-kid bed.
“Can’t see the haters when I’ve got my love glasses on,” they’ll be muttering under their breath as they pop on these ultra-cool heart-shaped sunnies before recess or playtime.
Even kids who aren’t into Lego (are there any?) will be drawn to this irresistible canine cherub. With 150 pieces, this set is a challenge, yet it comes together quickly enough that young children won’t lose interest.
Got a tween in your life you want to spoil this Valentine’s Day but want to ensure your gift goes off without a hitch? Include them in the choosing process with Sugarwish, which allows them to select their favorites from classic candy, gourmet cookies, satisfying snacks and more. Complete with a custom card and gift-worthy display box, it’s sure to please every sweet tooth and love language.
Love isn’t just for humans, and this book provides the perfect opportunity to open your little one’s eyes to the way love and affection present themselves across the animal kingdom. Complete with bright and bold colors and memorable turns of phrase, it’ll soon become their favorite bedtime story.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a kid who isn’t completely obsessed with anything customized with their name on it. Keep them feeling loved and incredibly entertained with this personalized puzzle that comes in your choice of a drawstring bag or keepsake custom tin.
Your kid might not be so keen on a bouquet of real roses, but they’ll never pass up the chance to hit an alley-oop with a rose-bedecked basketball designed for both indoor and outdoor play.
What’s better than flat stickers? Puffy stickers! Boasting adorable graphics like kitty cupids and lovesick puppies, they’ll be spreading the love to all their friends or popping each sticker onto their notebooks and toys for a festive vibe.
Opt for their full name or go for something more subtle like a monogram — either way, this heart-printed crewneck for kids ages 2 to 14 is sure to make them feel like royalty (while keeping them cozy during the cold winter months).
While your bathtime might look a little different than theirs, you can still get them in the mood to bathe with these 24 kid-friendly essential oil-infused bath bombs — complete with a surprise jungle or sea animal toy inside.
Every family, friend group or classroom has that one jokester. Cater to their inner comedian with this joke book for kids featuring nearly 150 pages of one-liners, puns, zingers and more, all related to the holiday.
When both slipper and love season collide, you gift your little one these memory foam heart slippers with decorative metallic sequins for a comfy feeling from their head to their toes.
Between the baby alpaca in heart-shaped glasses to the regal and majestic unicorn in a bed of multicolored flowers, this paint-by-number kit will keep them entertained all day long while yielding some seriously stunning artwork for their bedroom walls.
Sure to become an heirloom, this magical metal tea set has everything they’ll need to be the happy host. All the pieces can be stashed in the little suitcase and toted off to tea parties at the park, in the yard or on the porch.
Don’t know Boo, the well-coiffed, petite Pomeranian with 17 million social fans? That’s OK. Kids do. Yours will swoon over a life-size plush Boo (sporting angel wings!) swooping in to show your love on Valentine’s Day.
Are these not the cutest things for two sisters or besties? Handmade of polymer clay, each necklace has a teeny pewter knife or spoon charm with a smidge of “peanut butter” or “jelly” on it. You can pick a silver-plated, gold-plated or stainless steel chain.
For a classically sweet gift, may we suggest this adorable 10-inch teddy bear holding a rose?
Pop one of the two included glowing cubes into a Buddy and pleading with your kid to get into the tub is officially a thing of the past. Submersible Buddies glow, float and, with bendable limbs, can chill on the soap dish or climb the shower curtain. Light cubes go out when dry and each lasts 72 hours.
Bring on the bling for your best girl. With cubic zirconia crystals surrounding a dainty heart frame, these elegant hypoallergenic andnickel-free earrings are the perfect addition to her wardrobe. Their 14-karat gold vermeil construction makes them luxurious enough for the occasion but suitable enough for everyday wear.
If your preschooler insists on bringing a stuffie everywhere, check out this clever gift idea. It starts out as a friendly tree sloth (lots of other animals can be had, from dinosaurs to dogs) and morphs into a plush hoodie when it gets chilly on the playground. It’s machine-washable and has a soft silicon zipper too.
Stella Rabbit and her “new boyfriend, William Cinnamon Rabbit” (stop it!) can hold hands as they step out in their date night finery. The besotted bunnies come with roses and a bouquet holder tied with a bow. These two are adorable on their own, or they fit right into any of the Calico Critters play sets.
Comfy and cozy, this is an Insta-worthy outfit for your cutie patootie’s first Valentine’s Day. Whether they’re newborns or well into their first years at daycare, Grandma will melt into a puddle when she sees them in this organic cotton matching set.
Baby Shark hysteria never fades, does it? That’s just fine, though, since hearing “Baby Shark” makes your tyke so darn happy. Momma Shark here plays that cheery earworm when pressed. Watching your 2-year-old dance to it? Priceless.
Here’s the perfect cool yet practical present. It’s seasonal without screaming Valentine’s Day, so they’ll wear it for months to come. And at this price, you can outfit as many kids as you’d like.
You can never go wrong with a shiny bauble for a tween. This thin rope bracelet with a lobster clasp is available in a gold, silver or rose gold finish, or with an initial or a Swarovski pavé heart block. No matter how you design it, though, they’ll never outgrow the stunningly simple finished piece.
Got a classroom full of kids to gift this V-Day? They’ll love this assortment of animal-themed cards boasting adorable kid-friendly graphics of llamas, dinosaurs, sloths and more.
A bright-red retro toy reimagined is just the thing to surprise your curious kid on Valentine’s Day. Turn seven shots that will take your kid to his happy place into a custom reel to go with the viewer. More reels can be ordered separately for $17.
Sequins that flip and change the pattern when you run your hand over them are irresistible. This notebook is not only addictive but useful. With lined pages, an attached cloth bookmark and a pen holder, it will serve your kid well for school or at-home journaling.
Don’t be fooled by the pink hearts motif or the affordable price. This video camera takes high-quality footage. It comes with an 8GB memory card and an attachment to mount it to bikes and helmets. It’s also realistically designed: It has a waterproof case if those bike rides get a little too adventurous.
The reign of surprise toys is still going strong, and this is arguably the cleverest example. Each pet is covered in fur, like Cousin Itt! Kids peel off the fur a bit at a time to discover which critter they’ve been gifted. When finally de-fuzzed, the pet will be left rocking a signature hairdo. It comes with a black light to reveal the pet’s unique glow.
Mad Libs never fail to make kids laugh. This time, they’ll rewrite syrupy love letters into hysterical notes. The book has silly stickers for the finishing touch on each greeting, left where the recipient is sure to find it. Think bathroom mirror, pillow, next to the remote or even in the fridge.
Whee! Set their little heart aflutter by trotting out this mythical ride.
Calling all Cupids: This handmade bow-and-arrow set is easy and safe to play with. Each arrow is tipped with a colorful wool ball (you pick the colors) and painted with stripes to match. The bow is crafted in a way that guides the arrow, encouraging eager archers.
If you’re looking for a festive but simple craft, pick up this can’t-miss kit. Kids can festoon wooden heart magnets with paint and glimmery stickers. The finished products can be shared with friends or proudly displayed on the fridge.
Keep them looking toward brighter days ahead by bestowing this unbearably sweet umbrella. It has a wooden handle and tip, along with a safety mechanism that’s little-finger friendly.
