Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Books & Toys For All Ages
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Valentine’s Day isn’t just for partners– it’s also the perfect time to show the little ones in your life just how much you love them!
If you’re looking for something unique this year, skip the traditional chocolates and consider pairing a Valentine's children’s book with a fun toy or activity that matches the theme of the book.
Not only will it encourage reading, but it will also encourage imaginative play, making it one of the more thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts for kids.
Whether it’s a story of friendship, adventure, or even a mystery, matching up a book with a cute toy is a gift that will bring joy long after Valentine’s Day is over.
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Ages 1-4
These Valentine’s Day books for kids under 4 revolve around some of their favorite characters, creatures, and objects. You can find familiar favorites like Bluey and Elmo with sweet messages of love that you’re kiddo will want to read again and again!
1. Love From Bluey by Suzy Brumm
Pair it with: Bluey Plushie
Suggested Age: 2-4
2. Little Blue Truck’s Valentine by Alice Schertle
Pair it with: Blue Pickup Truck Toy (Pull-back Style)
Suggested Age: 1-3
3. I Love You Just Like This by Sesame Workshop
Pair it with: Elmo Plushie
Suggested Age: 1-3
4. Tiny T. Rex and the Perfect Valentine by Alice Walstead
Pair it with: Dino Plushie
Suggested Reading Age: 1-3 (Board Book)
5. LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Pair it with: Hungry Caterpillar Plushie
Suggested Reading Age: 1-3
6. Love From Godzilla by Olivia Luchini
Pair it with: Godzilla Plushie
Suggested Age: 2+
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Ages 4-6
The subject of more than one of these books may or may not be farts… but at this age, they’ll love it! This group of books has a heavy focus on humor and creativity, making them great Valentine’s Day gifts for kids in the 4-6 age range.
1. Harvey the Heart Had Too Many Farts by Jane Bexley
Pair it with: Strawberry-secnted Heart Plushie or Fart Button
Suggested Age: 3-7
2. I Love You and Cheese Pizza by Brenda Li
Pair it with: Pizza Slice Plushie
Suggested Age: 3-7
3.Who Loves You? by Dr. Seuss
Pair it with: Cat in the Hat Plushie
Suggested Age: 3+
4. Curious George Makes a Valentine by H.A. Rey
Pair it with: Curious George Plushie
Suggested Age: 4-7
5. Cupid’s Love Fart Arrows by Humor Heals Us
Pair it with: Bow and Arrow Set
Suggested Age: 4-8
6. Pinkalicious: Pink of Hearts Paired with a Cute Pink Bear
Pair it with: Anything pink like this adorable pink bear!
Suggested Age: 3-6
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Ages 6-8
Cute Valentine’s Day-themed books get harder to find the older your child gets, but I’ve managed to find a few fun ones. This selection features great Valentine’s Day gifts for kids who are a bit more advanced with their reading skills.
1. Would You Rather? by Riddleland
Pair it with: Valentine’s Teddy Bear
Suggested Age: 4+
2. Owl Diaries: Warm Hearts Day by Rebecca Elliott
Pair it with: Owl Squishmallow
Suggested Age: 6-7
3. The Alien Next Door: The Mystery Valentine by A.I. Newton
Paired with: Alien Plushie or Remote Control UFO
Suggested Age: 6-8
4. Nate the Great and the Mushy Valentine by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
Pair it with: Detective Costome
Suggested Reading Age: 6-9
5. Valentine’s Day Jokes for Kids by Rob Elliot
Pair it with: Laugh Button
Suggested Age: 4-8
6. It’s Valentine’s Day by Jack Prelutsky (Book of Poems)
Pair it with: Blank Poetry Notebook or a Learn to Write Poetry Kit
Suggested Age: 4-8
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Ages 8-12
For the slightly older crowd, we have a mix of traditional books, as well as activity books– just in case your kiddo is too cool for mushy stories.
1. Dork Diaries by Rachel Renee Russell
Pair it with: Diary with a Heart Lock
Suggested Age: 9-12
2. Rad Valentine’s Day Word Search by Vivid Ink Vault
Pair it with: Scented Highlighters
Suggested Age: 8-12
3. Valentine’s Day Mad Libs by Dan Alleva
Pair it with: Heart-topped Pens or Fidget Pen
Suggested Age: 8-12
4. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney
Pair it with: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Plushie
Suggested Age: 8-11
5. Minute Mysteries: 15 Valentine’s Day Short Stories by Marina J. Bowman
Pair it with: Cute Valentine Plushie Like Cupid
Suggested Age: 8-12
6. Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Pair it with: A traditional Valentine’s Gift from your country— like (plushie) flowers in the U.S.
Suggested Age: 8-12
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids: Ages 12+
Don’t forget abut the big kids this Valentine’s Day!
1. A Very DC Valentine’s Day Comic Book by Cecil Castellucci
Pair it with: Valentine-themed DC charcter Funkos in a heart-shaped box
Suggested Age: 12+
2. The Self Love Workbook for Teens by Shainna Ali
Pair it with: Messages in Heart Shaped Bottle
Suggested Age: 12+
3. 11 Paper Hearts by Kelsey Hartwell
Pair it with: Origami Paper Hearts & Flowers Kit
Suggested Age: 12+
4. Valentine Princess by Meg Cabot
Pair it with: Heart and Initial Pendant Necklace
Suggested Age: 12+
5. Star Wars: Yoda One For Me by Lucas Film Ltd.
Pair it with: Valentine’s Day themed Star Wars Funko Pop! (Search them all here)
Suggested Age: All
6. Artsy Hearts Coloring Book by Atlanta Wilkes
Pair it with: Dual Tip Coloring Markers
Suggested Age: 12+
I absolutely love the idea of airing a book with a toy or activity for Valentine's Day. Whether it’s a fanciful story of adventure or a heartwarming tale of love, this combo makes for a more memorable Valentine’s Day gift for kids.
Let me know what you think of these Valentine’s Day gifts for kids in the comments below! I’d love to hear what you plan on getting your little ones this year.
