These free printable coupons for kids are the perfect non-candy Valentine idea that will give the family some time to enjoy together!

I know that we show our kids how much we love them every day of the year but sometimes it’s fun to surprise them on Valentine’s Day.

We’ve put together a set of free printable Valentine coupons for all types of fun activities!

You can put one in their lunchbox each day, sneak them next to their dinner plate or give them the whole sheet as a Valentine (to be redeemed in the coming weeks)!

 

Valentine Day Ideas for Kids {printable activity coupons!}

The coupon set includes simple-to-do activities like family movie time, taking a nature walk or cuddling up with a book. 

You know me, life is already complicated enough so activities with too much prep time mean they probably won’t get done 😉

You can print your set of free Valentine coupons with the link at the bottom of the post.

For each of the coupon activities, we’ve listed some fun options below to choose from so it’s super easy to plan some ‘love time’ with the kids.  You’ll find links to free printables, activity ideas and some affiliate items that we love to use!

 

Scavenger Hunt Fun

Head out on a scavenger hunt together!  Try one of these February fun ideas:

You’ll find 2 color-coded Valentine Scavenger Hunts in the Valentine Scavenger Hunt & Activities Pack for Kids!

or try the Early Spring Scavenger Hunt or outdoor Valentine’s Scavenger Hunt if you have good weather!

plus 12 Months of Scavenger Hunt ideas if you’re looking for more!

 

Enjoy Some Nature Time Together

Kids love to explore outside!  Head outdoors for a nature walk, do a fun observation activity or take a walk under the stars at night.

 

Explore a New Playground

Take along this free printable Playground Scavenger Hunt to see what new equipment you can find!

 

Family Movie Time!

We love to watch movies together!  Here are a few of our popular movie lists:

12 Movies that will Inspire Kids to Tinker

The 25 Best Kids Books Made into Movies

10 Eco-friendly Movies for Kids

Browse our list of 100+ Classic Family Movie Titles to see what vintage films catch your eye.

Watch the Charlie Brown Valentine specials – ABC will usually announce the times later this month so use the link to find our when they will be showing in your area.

 

 

Fun Valentine Books for Storytime Together

Whether you choose something silly or touching, reading side-by-side is a wonderful way to spend some quality time together. 

We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite books along with their affiliate links so you can learn more about each title:

Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse!  – a board book with a simple intro to the customs of Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Curious George  – for all fans of this adorable monkey, George celebrates by decorating, baking, making valentines and classic hijinx!

The Night before Valentine’s Day from the great “The Night Before” series shows how some kids might get ready for Valentine’s Day (cute & funny)

Happy Valentine’s Day, Little Critter! – we love anything Little Critter with the adorable illustrations and funny antics.

Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime or Junie B. My Valentime both make super funny read-alouds!

Love You Forever is a classic book that shows a parent’s love for a child as they grow.

Guess How Much I Love You  is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are learning about how much love a parent has for a child.

I Love You, Stinky Face – the illustrations in this story are gorgeous!  And the child’s questions are just a hoot 🙂

Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You is such a comfort to kids — no matter where they go, love follows.

How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You? is perfect for a funny read aloud (for kids who aren’t into mushy 😉

 

Science Discovery

Try a fun science experiment – kids love to learn about the cause and effect of these projects!

Here’s a fun Valentine science activity from Inspiration Laboratories for using candy hearts (great way to have fun with some of the holiday candy).

You can also make your own color changing carnation flowers with this Sick Science! video from Steve Spangler Science!

 

Game Night – Kids Choice

Let the kids pick the game – charades, cards, Twister (or maybe they’ll choose something you’ll have a chance to win)!

Here’s a few fun themed Valentine games for the evening —

Play Hearts (the card game) — you can find directions here if you’re not familiar with it.

Have a Candy Stacking Contest like this one from Tiny Tiara Parties

Print out these great Valentine BINGO cards from Lil Luna

 

Add in a Surprise Activity!

Here’s 20+ ideas for fun things to do to make your child’s day a little more special.

 

 

Plus a set of FREE printable Valentine Coupons to give to your kids too!

 

More Valentine Ideas:

17 Creative & Free Printable Valentine Cards

Valentine Scavenger Hunt & Activities Pack for Kids