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!
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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.
Valentine's Day is a special holiday that celebrates love and friendship. It's a great opportunity to show your students how much you care about them. If you're looking for creative and sugar-free valentine ideas for your students, here are 35 sweet valentines that you can consider:
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Stretchy sticky hands: Give your students a high five (literally) with sticky hands. You can find sticky hands on Amazon and use cellophane treat bags to package them. [[1]]
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Plastic hoppers: Hop right up and let your students know how awesome you think they are with plastic frogs. You can use yellow card stock, glue dots, and plastic frogs to create these valentines. [[2]]
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Heart stickers or tattoos: Show your love with heart stickers or tattoos. You can find Valentine stickers and temporary tattoos on Amazon, or you can download them for free. [[3]]
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Maze valentine: Help your students build their hand-eye skills with maze valentines. You can find Valentine-themed mazes on Amazon and use white card stock to print them. [[4]]
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Whoopee cushion: Give your students a funny surprise with whoopee cushion valentines. You can find mini whoopee cushions on Amazon and use white card stock to create the valentines. [[5]]
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Toy cars: Drive your point home with toy car valentines. You can find toy cars on Amazon and use washi tape and white card stock to create the valentines. [[6]]
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Yo-yo: Catch your students' attention with yo-yo valentines. You can find plastic yo-yos on Amazon and use card stock in assorted colors to create the valentines. [[7]]
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Mini lightsabers: Make your students feel like Jedi with mini lightsaber valentines. You can find glow sticks on Amazon and use them to create the lightsabers. [[8]]
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Pencil-heart valentines: Give your students a practical gift with pencil-heart valentines. You can find Valentine's Day pencils on Amazon and use white and red card stock to create the valentines. [[9]]
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Colorful crayons: Bring color to your students' lives with crayon valentines. You can find twistable crayons, classic crayons, and washi tape on Amazon, and use card stock in assorted colors to create the valentines. [[10]]
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Silly straws: Make your students cheer with silly straw valentines. You can find a pack of straws in assorted colors and shapes on Amazon, and use white card stock to create the valentines. [[11]]
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Love bugs: Surprise your students with love bugs in a mason jar. You can find bug-themed cards with bug figurines or realistic insect figurines on Amazon, and use brown Kraft card stock to create the valentines. [[12]]
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Pencil arrows: Play Cupid with pencil arrow valentines. You can find Valentine's Day pencils on Amazon and use white card stock and bakers twine to create the valentines. [[13]]
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Cuties: Share a sweet message with cutie valentines. You can use clementines, cellophane treat bags, and white card stock to create the valentines. [[14]]
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Slinky valentines: Have fun with slinky valentines. You can find rainbow spring toys on Amazon and use red yarn and white card stock to create the valentines. [[15]]
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Crayon hearts: Use up those crayon odds and ends with crayon heart valentines. You can recycle crayon bits and use a heart-shaped silicone mold and white card stock to create the valentines. [[16]]
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You rule!: Let your students know they measure up with ruler valentines. You can find plastic rulers or wooden rulers on Amazon, and use red card stock and a heart-shaped hole punch to create the valentines. [[17]]
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Tic-tac-toe fun: Play a game of tic-tac-toe with jewel stones or M&M's. You can find Valentine's Day M&M's and heart-shaped jewel stones on Amazon, and use white card stock and cellophane treat bags to create the valentines. [[18]]
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Foxy pretzels: Give your students a foxy valentine with pretzel sticks. You can use clear plastic pillow boxes and white card stock to create the valentines. [[19]]
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Scrabble valentines: Play Valentine Scrabble with Scrabble Cheez-Its or Scrabble tiles. You can find Scrabble Cheez-Its at Wal-Mart or bulk sets of Scrabble tiles on Amazon, and use white card stock to create the valentines. [[20]]
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Dinosaurs: Bring dinosaurs to life with dinosaur valentines. You can find colorful dinosaur figurines on Amazon and use washi tape and white card stock to create the valentines. [[21]]
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Paint-strip bookmarks: Get creative with paint-strip bookmark valentines. You can find paint strips in Valentine's Day colors at a hardware store, and use a heart-shaped hole punch and skinny satin ribbon to create the valentines. [[22]]
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Bubble fun: Have a bubble-blowing party with bubble valentines. You can find Valentine's Day mini bubble wands on Amazon, and use white card stock and burlap craft paper to create the valentines. [[23]]
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Applesauce squeeze: Give your students a healthy treat with applesauce pouch valentines. You can find packs of applesauce pouches on Amazon, and use bakers twine and white and red card stock to create the valentines. [[24]]
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Bouncy balls: Bounce into Valentine's Day with bouncy ball valentines. You can find bouncy balls on Amazon, and use cellophane treat bags, red yarn, and white card stock to create the valentines. [[25]]
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Play-Doh valentine: Mold some fun with Play-Doh valentines. You can find packs of Play-Doh on Amazon, and use printer paper to create the valentines. [[26]]
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Teddy grahams: Give your students a bear hug with teddy graham valentines. You can find teddy grahams and bear counters on Amazon, and use cellophane treat bags and white card stock to create the valentines. [[27]]
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Sugar-free pudding cups: Share a sugar-free treat with pudding cup valentines. You can find sugar-free pudding cups on Amazon, and use shiny silver metal card stock and googly eyes to create the valentines. [[28]]
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Glow stick magic: Light up your students' lives with glow stick valentines. You can find glow stick necklaces and bracelets on Amazon, and use white card stock to create the valentines. [[29]]
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Lovebug valentine: Create cute lovebug valentines with construction paper, googly eyes, and foam conversation hearts. [[30]]
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Honeybee valentine: Buzz with excitement with honeybee valentines. You can use yellow pencils, honeybee erasers, and ribbon to create the valentines. [[31]]
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Lip balm: Keep your students' lips moisturized with lip balm valentines. You can find cute lip balms on Amazon, and use washi tape to attach them to the valentines. [[32]]
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Cootie catcher: Bring back a classic with cootie catcher valentines. You can find a free printable cootie catcher template online. [[33]]
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Gummy bears: Indulge in a sweet treat with gummy bear valentines. You can find organic gummy bears on Amazon, and use red yarn and white card stock to create the valentines. [[34]]
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Heart lollipops: Share heart-shaped flowers made from tiny lollipops with your students. You can use fruit-flavored lollipops and green and red construction paper to create the valentines. [[35]]
These are just a few ideas to get you started. For more inspiration, you can check out the We Are Teachers Valentine's Day Pinterest board. Remember, it's the thought that counts, and your students will appreciate the effort you put into making their Valentine's Day special.
