45 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids to Surprise Your Sweeties (2024)

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Shower your sweeties with love this Valentine’s Day with gifts that they'll adore and appreciate simply because they came from you! Valentine's Day is the perfect time to treat your mini #BFFs to extra sprinkles of affection since they can learn the value of love, as well as connect with you at the same time.

Valentine's Day may be thought of in romantic terms, but we think it should be opened up to all kinds of love: friendship, family, and, of course, the love between parents and their children. Not to mention the fact that going the extra mile for things like this makes for a core memory for your kids in ways that candy just can't.

We’ve done all the searching for you and found the best heart-shaped, love-inspired, adorable Valentine's Day gifts for kids that will make their hearts skip a beat with excitement. There's something for everyone on this list, from gaming tween boys to itty-bitty little ones.

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For The Glow

Illuminated Doodle Pillowcase

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For The Glow

Illuminated Doodle Pillowcase

This is an illuminated doodle pillowcase. Just draw on it with your finger and hold it up to be a light and it will then glow for about 15 seconds. It's a bit gimmicky, but in a way that makes sense for the most gimmicky of all of the holidays.

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For Warm Hearts

Glow in The Dark Blue Heart Stars Throws Blanket

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For Warm Hearts

Glow in The Dark Blue Heart Stars Throws Blanket

Now 45% Off

Wrap your child up in love with an oversized microfleece throw with glow-in-the-dark hearts!

There's never a bad time for a new blanket, or at least that is what my 12-year-old and I believe. (My husband may think we have too many.) This blanket is soft and lush, and those hearts on the blanket? They glow in the dark. It's perfect.

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Warm Feet, Warm Heart

Warm Fuzzy Socks for Kids, With Grippers (6 Pairs)

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Warm Feet, Warm Heart

Warm Fuzzy Socks for Kids, With Grippers (6 Pairs)

Kids love fuzzy socks, but they can be downright slippery. Thankfully, you don’t have to worry about that with this six-pack of heart-patterned fuzzy socks because they have no-slip soles like the socks you get at the hospital. Even better, the no-slip soles have a very low profile, so kids can easily wear these under snow boots.

Warm their toes and their hearts with this gift.

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Good Clean Fun

Pastel Conversation Heart SOAP in a Jar

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Good Clean Fun

Pastel Conversation Heart SOAP in a Jar

We love a classic conversation heart, and we love it even more in gently-scented heart soaps. And yes, these are made to be used, not just looked at. (Does anyone else remember the decorative soap trend?)

Let your kids lather in your love for them as they get the grime of the day off.

Will your kids color inside the lines in this Valentines coloring book? Probably not, but that's probably a good thing. Let their creativity take over as they color each and every picture and complete activities that will give them joy and give you a few moments of chill.

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A Love Glow Up

Smart Neon LED Light

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A Love Glow Up

Smart Neon LED Light

Kids are obsessed with LED lights, so a heart-shaped neon light is a great idea for Valentine's Day. They want them all around their rooms, under and behind their beds, at their desks — everywhere. This is a fun way to indulge that obsession while also celebrating Valentine's Day.

They double as a fun and trendy night light as well, providing a gentle pink glow in the room that is soothing and sleepy.

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Color-Changing Excitement

Color Change Dolls With 7 Surprises

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Color-Changing Excitement

Color Change Dolls With 7 Surprises

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L.O.L. Surprise dolls are a great gift for any occasion, but the sparkly pink spheres on these dolls really scream “Valentine’s Day” to me. This one is a color-changing doll with seven surprises that are ready to be found by your own little doll.

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An Heirloom Plush

Baby Animated Kissy The Penguin Stuffed Animal Plush

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An Heirloom Plush

Baby Animated Kissy The Penguin Stuffed Animal Plush

Now 30% Off

It's Valentine's Day, so a Kissy penguin plush is about as perfect as it gets. This animated plush from Gund dances to “Frère Jacques” and also teaches little ones to blow kisses by lifting its wing to its face and making kissing sounds. It's almost painfully adorable.

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For the Light of Your Life

DIY Unicorn LED Night Light

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For the Light of Your Life

DIY Unicorn LED Night Light

Now 10% Off

This is a “do-it-yourself” LED option. The unicorn is super cute, and it comes with everything you need to make it the most fabulous unicorn to ever be graced with a magical, pointy-tipped forehead. Your kids will become enamored with their artwork-turned-nightlight.

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Custom Night Light

Personalized Baby Gift Name Night Light

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Custom Night Light

Personalized Baby Gift Name Night Light

Kids will love this personalized neon night light with color changing and other customizations! You can get their name etched right on the front, or a little message.

Yes! It's an affordable, almost silly gift that is guaranteed to be a big hit with your kids. It's got a social media picture, and TikTok quality to it, which is pretty important to kids right now.

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Best Bathing Gift for Baby

Valentine Gift Set

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Best Bathing Gift for Baby

Valentine Gift Set

We are huge, huge fans of Tubby Todd at Best Products. Their baby baths and lotions are some of the highest quality (which our little ones can't get enough of), and this year, they put together a fantastic set for Valentine's Day. This set comes with raspberry black currant body wash/shampoo and lotion and four raspberry black currant bath bombs.

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Best for Teen Boys

Wireless Mouse

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Best for Teen Boys

Wireless Mouse

Teenage boys should still get Valentine's Day gifts from their parents, but let's face it —they're not going to be amped about a neon heart. The light-up mouse in red is a fun nod to the holiday while being useful for your child. Plus, the LED lights in the mouse are just so cool.

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For Dry Skinned Kids

Handmade Heart-Shaped Balm with Dish

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For Dry Skinned Kids

Handmade Heart-Shaped Balm with Dish

This gift is part lotion,-part traditional balm in a heart shape with a dish that matches.

If your kid's skin is always dry to the bone try this heart-shaped balm that sits in a heart-shaped dish. They might pick it up and hold it for a minute, at least long enough for it to melt a little and maybe they will rub it into their crunchy little knuckles.

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For Your Sweetie

Wacky Face Daisies

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For Your Sweetie

Wacky Face Daisies

Six oversized cookie creations in a bouquet is a bright and cheerful way to celebrate your kids.

And I get it, not everything should be heart-shaped. I got you. Enter the flower cookie buffet. Sure, it's a bit sticky-sweet -- sorry for the pun, but everyone loves a sugar cookie, and if they hate it, you can soothe yourself by eating the cookies.

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For Your Ballerina

Girl's Musical Jewelry Storage Box

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For Your Ballerina

Girl's Musical Jewelry Storage Box

This classic spinning ballerina music box will never go out of style. It's sized just right for little kids and their treasures. It seems like every little girl has or wants one of these at some point. Give your daughter this jewelry box and you can enjoy the nostalgia that comes with it.

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For Little Artists

Art Activity Dot It

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For Little Artists

Art Activity Dot It

A fancy sticker and color page kit with over 750 stickers will really make your little artist feel exceptional.

Every kid who I've met who has been able to play with the Skillmatics set has loved it. Stickers and dots, it's the ultimate in no-mess art making. The colors are brilliant and vibrant, and the pages are full of inspiration and fun designs. It's so soothing.

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It's Been Requested

Mecha Astronaut Galaxy Projector Night Light

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It's Been Requested

Mecha Astronaut Galaxy Projector Night Light

Now 14% Off

Not all galaxy projectors are the same. This one is astronaut/robot shaped, and the adjustable light show is pretty powerful.

This is what my son wants for Valentine's Day, and since a 15-year-old boy asked for something, and he sent me a link, I think that we both know that it's already a big winner. It is one of the goofier things he's asked for lately, and I love it. It's a galaxy projector night light. It's remote control, and it's got a cape.

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For a Family Gift

Mayhem Board Game

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For a Family Gift

Mayhem Board Game

This game has no business being this fun or funny. It plays a bit like Life or Sorry, but because of the sheer ridiculousness, it's a joy. Cats vs Pickles is a popular plush for kids already, so adding them into their own game is already a win. Everyone will love it.

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For Extra Kids

Scented Glitter Pens

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For Extra Kids

Scented Glitter Pens

The fanciest of scented pens, this set of 10 is full of fun scents and also glitter gel. Your children will use these up with an absurd level of quickness, but thankfully, even in the pricey hellscape of inflation, this set of 12 still managed to come in at just over $10.

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Less Mess Watercolor

Water Color -In Pad

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Less Mess Watercolor

Water Color -In Pad

Do you remember in the '90s and '00s the old water color-in books with the dots that spread with water? They've gotten much more sophisticated. This one is construction-themed with trucks and cones and build sites. And the genius bit of this set is that the water is stored in the brush!

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FAQs

What do kids want for Valentine's Day? ›

Hearts, flowers, chocolate, candy and stuffed animals — all of the things associated with Valentine's Dy are basically kid favorites anyway!

How can I surprise my kids on Valentine's Day? ›

16 family Valentine's Day ideas for a fun celebration together
  1. Create a thematic tablescape. Image via Southern Surroundings/Instagram. ...
  2. Make or get heart-shaped pizzas. ...
  3. Hand out coupon punch cards. ...
  4. Make a treat board. ...
  5. Get dressed up. ...
  6. Play Valentine's Day bingo. ...
  7. Anonymously deliver bouquets. ...
  8. Wear matching jammies.
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What is the best surprise for Valentine's Day? ›

You can surprise someone by setting up for a cosy time indoors with candles, delicious food and a lovely photo album of your favourite photos. This idea works for your partner, but also works if you wish to surprise a good friend. Write a handwritten letter or poem to let them know how you feel about them.

Do parents give kids valentines gifts? ›

Yes, giving your child a Valentine's Day card or treat is a lovely thing to do. Those who include their children in Valentine's Day tend to go all out on presents and special meals and messages of caring and kindness. "We have little presents and special dinner," says Stephanie M. "My little boy calls it Love Day."

How to make a cute Valentine gift? ›

For the novice crafters, start with simple projects like making a floral arrangement in a paper bag planter or perhaps a card from scratch with a sweet haiku. If you want to get more hands on, the world is your oyster as you can tackle activities like baking, knitting, or abstract painting.

What is trending for Valentine's Day in 2024? ›

For Valentine's Day 2024, we're seeing a rising trend around giving evergreen household items, gifting decor, and household items that transcend the holiday.

What is the gift choice for Valentine's Day? ›

Valentine's Day is not the time to slack off on gifts. A romantic occasion calls for a romantic gift. Flowers, heartfelt greeting cards, chocolates, and gift vouchers are all great items to give your loved one on the holiday, but the best gift is one that feels genuine, offering true meaning and love.

How to surprise kids on Valentine's Day? ›

Send a card or special treat. Have a themed family movie night. Add some chocolate candy or conversation hearts to popcorn and show a special movie. We like The Peanuts Valentine Movie.

What are some words for Valentine's Day for kids? ›

Some of Valentine's Day Words for kids are cupid, heart, angel, love, admire, feeling, rose, love notes, Valentine card, family, flowers, chocolates, appreciation, happiness, etc.

What is Valentine Day for kids? ›

Valentine's Day is the day of love and affection celebrated annually on the 14th of February every year. It's also known as Saint Valentine's Day or Feast of Saint Valentine. Every year, people show their love for one another by sending Valentine's cards and giving gifts such as chocolates, flowers and teddy bears.

What do boys actually want for valentines Day? ›

Some guys may be yearning for a high-quality turntable; others may want nothing more than a reliable chef's knife. Some want a trip to the spa and fancy skin care. (And, of course, there are the guys who truly just want a nice dinner and chocolate.)

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