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End the day spending some quality time watching a Valentine’s Classic movie like “A Charlie Brown Valentine” or spend some cuddle time reading them their favorite story book. The most important thing is to let your foster child know they are not alone, they are loved, and spending time with them is a sweet treat for you too! Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, connection, and appreciation—a perfect opportunity for foster families to create meaningful memories together. Beyond the typical chocolates and flowers, this day can be a chance to strengthen bonds, nurture relationships, and celebrate the unique love that holds your family together. As a foster parent you show children they are loved each and every day. Valentine’s Day creates a unique opportunity to open the floodgates of love and create special memories for your foster children. While teachers, peers and the community are highlighting relationships, children in foster care are reminded of the heartache they have endured. Invite your foster child help you find a fun, family-friendly Valentine’s Day movie. Brainstorm fitting themes, like a child’s love for a pet or maybe the special connection of a child with his grandparent. Then search together for the perfect selection—in your DVD collection, local library, or streaming service. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate love, not just with your partners, but with your kids! Making the day special for your kiddos is easy and is a great way to bond and have fun together. Here are some creative and fun Valentine’s Day activities for kids the whole family can enjoy together. 1. Bubble Wrap Hearts Foster parenting is a significant step that requires a big heart. You have chosen to make a difference in a child's life, acknowledging that every child deserves to feel cherished. As Valentine's Day approaches, it's your chance to show your foster child just how much they mean to you. Here are a few more ways to make their Valentine's Day exceptional. Treat your foster child or teen to some delicious sweets. Simply picking up a dozen Valentine’s Day donuts with red and pink sprinkles will do, or go the extra mile by baking up a batch of tasty Valentine’s Day cupcakes or homemade cookies to satisfy any little sweet tooth. Better yet, prepare a special dinner and bake a Valentine’s Day Whether you love celebrating Valentine’s Day or believe it is a holiday created by the greeting card industry, it can be a fun day for children to celebrate and express love. However, for children in foster care and those who feel they do not have love and connection, Valentine’s Day can be uncomfortable and upsetting. You can give the greatest valentine of all – yourself! Often, a foster child’s CASA is the one consistent and caring adult in their life. CASA volunteers change the lives of abused and neglected children in foster care every day by looking out for their best interests, helping them find safe, permanent, and loving homes, and make sure they Valentine's Day Activities for Kids. 35 arts and crafts, sensory, STEM, free printables and more. Perfect for toddlers and preschool. *Don’t miss more of these in Valentine’s Day Riddles & Jokes and What Am I Riddles article >> Deep and Meaningful Valentine’s Day Kids Quotes. And finally, if you’d like to get a little serious, these Valentine’s Day quotes for kids are beautiful and help express to kids how you feel deep inside. 85. Love Potion Mix-Up. Stir up some excitement with “Love Potion Mix-Up,” a delightful game that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day fun. You’ll need a few simple supplies: clear cups, various juices, and some fun labels. The Catholic Church doesn’t recognize St. Valentine’s Day on its calendar anymore, but people throughout the world still celebrate the day. CHANGING TRADITIONS. Valentine’s Day traditions have evolved a lot over the years. For example, in the Middle Ages—which lasted from the 5th to 15th centuries in Europe—people started exchanging Sweet and Cute Valentine’s Day Messages for Kids. These heartfelt messages are perfect for classmates, friends, and family members. You make every day sweeter! Happy Valentine’s Day! Wishing you a day full of love, laughter, and lots of candy! You’re a superstar! Hope your Valentine’s Day is out of this world! 5 Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids. 16. Set up a Valentine Themed Sensory Bin. 17. Decorate for Valentine’s Day! 18. Book Crafts for Valentine’s Day. 19. Try an Interactive Heart Drawing Activity. 20. Paint a Map of Your Heart. Photo by Rachel Withers 5 Homemade Gifts for Valentine’s Day. 21. Make Clay Hearts. 22. Melt Beads to Make These crafts are designed to inspire creativity, foster friendships, and make Valentine's Day special for students of all ages. Whether you're a teacher looking for fun and educational activities or a parent eager to help your child create thoughtful valentines, you'll find inspiration and ideas here. These heart shaped pizzas are a welcome savory treat on Valentine's Day. For more heart shapes, cut tomato into slices, and then cut slices into heart shapes. Do the same to the zucchini and pepperoni. Syd says "we had this pizza for Valentine's Day and it was a great way to get the whole family involved." 27 Free Printable Valentines Cards for Kids (2025) Holidays, Valentine's Day. Get ready for Valentine’s Day with these Free Printable Valentines Cards for Kids! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Get your child ready to celebrate with their classmates with these free printable Valentine’s Day cards! The way to a kid’s heart is often through a good laugh. So if you want to share the love with a little one this Valentine's Day, there’s no need to buy candy or chocolate or (heaven forbid Project Valentine Valentine's Day is a painful day for foster & homeless children who struggle without the support of any family. 850 children in our program are waiting to gain a family. You can help them feel loved and cared for! Sign-up Jan. 1 6 - Feb. 12
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