21+ Creative Non-Candy Valentine Ideas Kids Can Make For Friends

Looking for candy-free alternatives for Valentine’s Day? Whether it’s because of food allergies in the class or simply because you think the little munchkins will have enough candy passed out to them, you are looking for ideas for non-candy valentines to hand out this year.

21+ Creative Non-Candy Valentines Kids Can Make

Whether it’s a clever pun or a touch of sparkle, these creative projects will surely bring smiles to the classroom. Get ready to craft some heart-filled Valentine’s ideas that kids will be excited to make and share!

Watercolor Valentine

For all the little budding artists in the class. See how it’s made by visiting Smart School House.

Blow A Kiss Valentine

The kids might love this, but I’m pretty sure the teachers wouldn’t. Get the free printable from At Second Street.

Crazy Straw Valentines Cards

The kids will go “crazy” for these cute heart-shaped crazy straws! Find this idea at That’s What Che Said.

DIY Toy Plane Valentines

What kid doesn’t like to pretend they’re piloting a super cool airplane? Get the free printable from Make Life Lovely

I Spy Valentine Game

Can you find all the items named on the card? Will you be the first to find them all? Get the free printable from Designer Blogs

Play-doh Valentine

Who doesn’t LOVE to play with Playdoh? Get the free printable Valentine from Grace And Good Eats

Rainbow Bracelet Valentine

Your child’s classmates will be over the rainbow when they get one of these great bracelets. Get the free printable from Nest Of Posies

Diy Crayon Heart Valentines

Kids will love these one of a kind Valentine gifts. Find this idea at The No Pressure Life

You Blow Me Away Valentine

Alright, this one is technically candy but it’s super cute right? Find this Valentine idea at My Name Is Snickerdoodle

You’re Erase-istible Valentine

Cute little erasers? How adorable! Find this Valentine idea at What Moms Love

Ruler Valentines Day Cards

A useful Valentine even the teacher will appreciate getting. Get the free printable template from Kenarry

Race Car Valentine Cards

On your mark, get set, GO!! Get the printable from Hello, Wonderful

Kinetic Sand Valentine

This is a super cool, inexpensive idea that the kiddies will have fun with for hours! Find this idea and get the free printable from Smart School House

Got My Eyes On You Valentine

How adorable will your child’s classmates look walking around wearing these all day?? Find this idea and get the free printable from Let’s DIY It All

Pirate Valentines

Aye-Aye matey. These Valentines are better than treasure. Find this cute idea at Make Life Lovely

Glow Stick Valentines

Anything that glows is going to go over super well with kids. Get the free printable Valentine from Craftiness Is Not Optional

Bouncy Ball Valentine

Kids love bouncy-balls. It’s a fact. Get the free printable Valentine from Craft-O-Maniac

Whoopee Cushion Valentine

The kids will think this prank is hilarious. The poor teacher on the other hand…. Find this idea and get the free printable from Paging Super Mom

Rubiks Cube Valentine

Teeny-tiny Rubiks Cubes! The kids will love these! The teacher might love them too because they promote critical thinking skills. Get the free printable Valentine from Darling Darleen

Valentines Heart Stamper

Stamps are always a fan favorite. Give a kid a stamper and see if every surface in sight hasn’t been stamped by the end of the day. Find this printable Valentine card at I Heart Crafty Things

Bullseye Pencil Valentine

Kids always need more pencils and erasers. Make those pencils have a cool pattern and/or color and kids will cheer! Find this printable valentine idea at Positively Splendid

You’ve Got The Write Stuff Valentine

Ahh…more school supplies masquerading as a Valentine. Clever Mom, clever. Find this cute (and easy) free printable at My Name Is Snickerdoodle

You Make My Heart Bubble Valentine

Super cute! Non Candy Valentines using Bubbles. Get the free printable Valentine from Skip To My Lou

Valentines Slappy Bracelet

Get ready to get slap-happy! These were a huge hit in the very early 1990s and have been a hit with every generation since! Get this printable Valentine at What Moms Love

So, no matter your reason, coming up with a unique and cute alternative to the traditional Valentine’s candy is a great idea.

These ideas will definitely get you an A+ from your child’s classmates and teachers! Let me know if you plan to try one of the awesome ideas above and how it goes over in the classroom.