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As a former teacher, I know firsthand how exciting (and let’s be honest—chaotic!) Valentine’s Day can be in an elementary classroom. Kids love handing out little gifts to their classmates, but if you’re looking for fun, creative, and candy-free ideas, I’ve got you covered!
Whether you’re a teacher planning for your class, a parent helping your child pick out Valentine’s treats, or just someone who loves spreading a little extra joy, this list is packed with unique Amazon finds that kids will actually love. From cute accessories to fun-themed trinkets, these ideas will make your Valentine’s exchange extra special—without the sugar rush! Let’s dive in!
- Tic Tac Toe Game Keychains – Kiddos love games, and they love keychains! This is a super cute and fun idea, especially since it uses X’s and O’s – perfect for Valentine’s Day! This is a 26-piece set, so you should have enough for an entire class!
- Tic Tac Toe Felt Board Game – another cute Tic Tac Toe idea – this one comes in a variety of packages from 12 – 48 depending on your class size.
- Valentines Plushies – This 36-piece set is a great option for younger kiddos. Super cute Valentines themed animal plushies that come with tags and gift bags. (For teachers with 24 students or less, this would be a great one to purchase 2 sets and split 3 ways with some coworkers!)
- Valentine’s Dino Plushies – Another great plushie option – for a much smaller class like daycare, these come in a 6 pack.
- Valentine’s Gift Cards with Sunglasses – this 24 pack is so cute – I love that the sunglasses come on dog gift cards so they’re funny and practical! What a cute gift especially if you live somewhere like FL/CA! Many states also have a Spring Break shortly after Valentine’s Day, so lot’s of kiddos may have a need for sunglasses in the coming weeks!
- Toy Lizard Valentine’s – This is a super cute 24 pack, I love that each lizard has a matching Valentine card! Bonus – they are color changing in water! I know elementary kids would go nuts for these!
- Valentine’s Mini Building Blocks Kit – These are such a cute and are option, better for the older grades (kiddos age 8-12). They come in 24 packs and have cards to match. There are several options including succulents, animals, sea animals. I’ve never seen anything like this in the classroom, so you’d be sure to stand out!
- Llama Keychain Valentines – These are a more cost effective item coming in less that $20 for a pack of 28, and they’re so cute, I know kids would get a kick out of them! They have matching cards, and also a dino/unicorn option if you prefer to split your Valentines based on boys & girls in the class.
- Axolotl Plush Keychains – Axolotls are all the rage right now! I know my niece would go nuts for one of these. These Valentines are already so unique, but I love that the cards are shaped like a water bottle which makes them even cuter! You pin the Axolotl keychain to the size of the water bottle. This is another 24 pack.
- Valentine’s Puzzles – These are such a cute option for toddlers at daycare with a small class, since they only come in a 4 pack.
- Valentine’s Board Books – This is another adorable option for toddlers, you could get a couple of these 3 packs of board books and split them up.
- Foam Planes – These are so cool and come in adorable Valentine’s Day prints! This is a set of 28.
- Valentine’s Rubber Ducks – These Valentines printed ducks are so adorable and would be perfect for younger ages. They come in a set of 24.
- Construction Vehicles – These are so adorable and I’m sure some young boys would go crazy for them! They come in a set of 24 and have clever matching cards.
- Friendship Bracelet Valentine’s – These Swiftie inspired personalized friendship bracelets are sure to be a hit – both for the gift-er who gets to make them, and the recipients! I love the coordinating cards that come with them, too. These are very on trend right now! They are a really great deal, $16.99 for a 24 pack with all the materials you need to make the friendship bracelets including scissors!
Valentine’s Day in the classroom should be all about fun, friendship, and making sweet memories—not just candy overload! These creative Amazon finds are sure to bring smiles to little faces while keeping things unique and engaging.
Whether you go for cute stickers, mini puzzles, or a fun fidget toy, your students or child’s classmates will love the thought you put into their Valentine’s surprise. Plus, with the convenience of Amazon, you can grab everything you need without the last-minute store run!
Do you have a favorite non-candy Valentine idea? Share it in the comments—I’d love to hear your go-to classroom Valentine’s picks! Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️