Raise your hand if you’ve ever had to run to the store late at night on February 13th to get Valentine’s Day cards or gifts for your kiddos school, no judgment, only to find empty shelves!
Well, don’t feel bad! You are not alone! Parenting nowadays is harder than ever. There seems to be more to do and never enough time! We’ve come up with some simple hacks to help you get your kiddo to school with their Valentine’s Day goodies.

Make Your Own Valentine's Day Cards

Buying premade cards is a great option but sometimes getting to the store to get your hands on them can be challenging as they sell out quickly! Here is a quick and easy PDF that you can edit, print, and check off your to-do list. All you need is a few sheets of stock paper and some scissors!

Create Quick N’ Easy Goodie Bags

Consider making small goodie bags with useful items that kiddos will get love instead of cards- which will most likely get thrown out. You can find useful and affordable options at your local store or even on Amazon! This is particularly fun as you get to do as much (or as little) creative work as you want! This option also allows you to get your kiddo to participate in putting together the boxes! 

 

Full Kits Pre-made Kits

Amazon has options that come with all the items you will need to make your child’s goodie bags. You just have to get creative in searching for them. Try looking under "party favors" or under "goodie bag kits." 

Make Your Own Kit

If you’d rather have a more unique baggie that you can customize, there are great options for baggies and goodies

Baggies

There are tons of options for baggies options all over the place! Amazon, Target, and Michaels have your standard baggies or even fun colors. If you have some time, there are great options available on Etsy that allow you to support small businesses!

 

Goodies

Let's be honest...kids are going to get TONS of candy. There are alternatives that kids will love -without the sugar high! Check out the dollar section at Target or similar stores or head to the party section and check out the party favors.

 



 

Opt For Fun Valentine's Day Print Outs

Sometimes, less is more! Consider handing out a gift that will be unique and useful at the same time. You can fill a goodie bag with some fun printouts! 

Valentine's Day Hearts Coloring Page

Valentine's Day Crossword Puzzle

Valentine's Day Book Marks

No matter what you end up doing for Valentine’s Day, just remember this, your kiddo will have a blast no matter what!

 

What fun Valentine’s Day things have you done with your little ones?