The 45 Cutest Valentine's Day Gifts for Kids of 2024
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about your significant other—it’s also a fun holiday to show your kids (or grandchildren, nieces, and nephews) how much you love them. Even though you likely do this year-round, celebrating the holiday with a Valentine’s Day gift for kids can feel extra special.
But what exactly should we be giving our children on February 14? “The first thing you’ll want to find is something age-appropriate,” says Ciara Flood, co-founder and chief gifting officer at &Open. “The next thing is to find something that shows you put thought into the gift. The holiday is all about showing love and appreciation, so the thought is the most important part of it.”
To come up with this list, we thoroughly researched the most popular gift ideas for kids based on type, price, and recommended age. We also interviewed two gifting pros—Flood, as well as Chantelle Hartman Malarkey, interior designer and lifestyle expert. Our list of cute Valentine’s Day gifts for kids includes toys, crafts, books, and stuffed animals that will make your little ones feel loved.
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For a more personalized gift to give your child this Valentine’s Day that will be a little more meaningful than simply adding an item to your cart and handing it over, opt for this adorable and thoughtful book. What I Love About You is a fill-in-the-blank book with a hardback cover that, with simple yet helpful prompts, allows you to fill in everything you like, love, adore, and admire about your children. (There’s also a more specific What I Love About Being Your Mom option.) Prepare for the waterworks with this sentimental item that can be referred to in the future whenever your kid needs a little pick-me-up.
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Love is a wonderfully written and illustrated book that celebrates the universal bond that connects us all—love! Though it’s stated as being suitable for children from 3 to 5 years old, it is a book that can be appreciated by kids of all ages (and even adults).
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Incredibly soft and reasonably priced, the 14-inch Love-A-Lot Care Bear is cute and extremely huggable. You’d be hard-pressed to find a kid who won’t want to snuggle with this fluffy little bear. This version comes in a peachy-pink shade and features two love hearts on its belly, but it’s also available in a couple of other heart-adorned options that are equally appropriate for Valentine’s Day. (These include the purple Share Bear, the rainbow-colored Togetherness Bear, or the orange Tenderheart Bear.)
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You can’t go wrong with a classic Pez dispenser—it’s both a toy and a treat in one. Help them start (or grow) their own collection with this set of two heart-shaped Pez dispensers and six candy refills.
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Know a kid who loves to cook? This mini waffle maker creates heart-shaped waffles and hash browns—all they have to do is plug it in. Its cute and compact size makes it easy to store and use just about anywhere.
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If you don’t want to go the toy route (we get it; they already have way too many), buy them something useful yet love-themed, like this heart-patterned water bottle from Klean Kanteen. Ideal for school, sports, playtime, and after-school activities, this 12-ounce bottle is insulated and narrow enough for even little hands to grip. Plus, it doesn’t retain odors or flavors and it’s dishwasher safe, making it a practical Valentine’s Day gift that they can use year-round.