Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and it’s time to start thinking about how to make the day extra special for your little ones. One way to do this is to get creative with some fun and simple Valentine’s Day crafts!
Valentine’s Day Craft for Toddlers
One fun and easy Valentine’s Day craft to do with your toddler is a heart-shaped bird feeder. To make this craft, you will need:
- Cardboard tube (like from a toilet paper roll)
- Peanut butter
- Bird seed
- String or ribbon
- Scissors
- Construction paper
- Glue
Start by cutting the cardboard tube into three equal pieces. Then, use the peanut butter to cover the outside of each piece. Roll the peanut butter-covered pieces in bird seed, making sure they are completely coated. Next, use the string or ribbon to tie the three pieces together in a heart shape.
Now it’s time to add some decoration! Cut out hearts from the construction paper and glue them onto the bird feeder. You can also add a little sign that says “Love Birds” or something else cute and Valentine-y.
Hang your bird feeder outside and watch as the birds come to enjoy their Valentine’s Day treat!
Valentine’s Day Craft for Preschoolers
If your child is a little older and ready for a more involved Valentine’s Day craft, try making these adorable heart-shaped animals! To make these crafts, you will need:
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
- Googly eyes
- Pipe cleaners
Start by folding a piece of construction paper in half and cutting out a heart shape. If your child needs help with this, you can draw a heart shape on the paper and have them cut it out. Next, cut out shapes for the animal’s ears, nose, and other features.
Glue the ears and nose onto the heart to create the animal’s face. Then, use the markers or crayons to add more details, like spots or stripes. Finally, add the googly eyes and pipe cleaners for whiskers or other embellishments.
You can make all sorts of animals using this method – try a cat, dog, or even a unicorn!
Valentine’s Day Craft for Elementary Schoolers
For older children, creating Valentine’s Day-themed jewelry is a fun and creative activity. To make this craft, you will need:
- Beads (in Valentine’s Day colors like red, pink, and white)
- Elastic cord
- Scissors
- Jewelry clasps (optional)
Start by cutting a length of elastic cord that is long enough to fit around your child’s wrist or neck. Then, have your child start stringing the beads onto the cord. Encourage them to create patterns or shapes with the beads for added creativity.
Once all of the beads are strung, tie the two ends of the elastic cord together in a knot. You can also add jewelry clasps if you have them to create a more secure closure.
Your child will love showing off their homemade Valentine’s Day jewelry!
With these simple Valentine’s Day crafts, your little ones will have a fun and memorable holiday filled with creativity and love. Happy crafting!
