Valentine Gift Ideas for Kids 2026
Jan 31, 2023
Valentine’s Day Gift Basket Ideas for Kids (Easy + Practical Finds for Spring)
Updated January 2026
Valentine’s Day is coming up and if you’re like me, you love putting together a little Valentine’s gift basket for your kids. I always try to keep it simple, fun, and affordable… but still filled with things they’ll actually use (not just random clutter).
And here’s my favorite part: Valentine’s Day is kind of the unofficial start of spring shopping. 🌸
So instead of buying “just Valentine’s stuff,” I like to include items I’d be purchasing around this time of year anyway — things like:
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sunglasses
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sandals
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swimsuits
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tennis shoes
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fun outdoor gear
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little treats (I try to be "healthy" with these!) + books
This year’s list is full of practical spring finds + Valentine’s-themed surprises — and everything is something my kids either already have, love, or would be excited to open.
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Cute Valentine’s Day Basket Gifts for Kids
Practical Gifts (Spring Items You’ll Buy Anyway)
These are the kinds of things that feel exciting for Valentine’s Day and still make sense after February (bonus points if they are red or pink!):
Pink Ballet Stainless Steel Kids Water Bottle
Stainless Steel Kids Water Bottle
Girls "Butterfly-Style" Athletic Shorts
RuffleButts Swimsuit - Could this BE any cuter!
Boys Coral Red Swimsuit Trunks
Favorite NBA Team Pajamas - Multiple Teams Available!
Valentine’s Day Activities for Toddlers & Kids
If your kids love crafts, coloring, and “busy activities,” these are all so fun for Valentine’s Day — and you’ll get repeat use all year.
Heart Hole Punch - for your little arts & crafts lover!
Heart Sticky Notes (toddlers/kids LOVE this kind of thing!)
Puffy Stickers (Toddlers love puffy stickers!)
Hidden Pictures Highlight Book
Paint By Sticker Book - My Kids LOVE These
Non-Toxic Valentine’s Day Gifts for Girls
This is such a fun “big kid” basket gift — without all the questionable ingredients.
Girls Lip Gloss - (No parabens/pthalates artificial dyes, gluten, etc!)
Valentine’s Day Outfit Ideas for Kids
I’m a sucker for a cute themed shirt. Click here for my entire round-up of cute 2026 Valentine's outfits for Kids. And I have another one for moms!
Valentine’s Day Snacks & Treats (Dye-Free Options)
I always love including a little sweet treat in the basket — but I try to choose options with cleaner ingredients when possible.
YumEarth Heart Gummies (dye-free!)
Bear Snacks (Real food ingredients, dye-free!)
Valentine’s Day Books for Kids
Books are one of my favorite gifts because they don’t create clutter — and my kids are always excited about a new story, especially when they were littler!
Little Blue Truck Valentine's Book
Bonus: Valentine’s Lunchbox Ideas for Kids
These are adorable and actually useful — and they make lunchtime more fun without being complicated.
Heart-Shaped "Uncrustable" - Fun for school lunches or at home!
More Valentine’s Day Ideas (Beyond Gifts!)
We love celebrating Valentine’s Day with our kids in lots of ways besides gifts — simple traditions, themed snacks, kindness ideas, class gifts made easy!, and fun little surprises.
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
I hope this list helps make Valentine’s Day easier (and more fun) this year! Whether you’re doing a full basket or just adding a couple small surprises, you really can’t go wrong.
Disclosures
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Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
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