24 best Valentine's Day gift ideas for kids of all ages in 2021
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- This Valentine's Day, don't forget the little ones in your life.
- You can't go wrong with teddy bears or sweets, but if you're looking to get a little more creative, we rounded up great Valentine's Day gifts kids will love.
- Looking for more gift ideas for everyone in your life? Check out all of Insider Reviews' Valentine's Day gift ideas, including our favorite gifts for him and her.
You found the perfect gift for your partner - now it's time to find something special for the little ones you love. As adults, we show the kids in our lives we love them every day with our kindness, support, and all that good stuff, but Valentine's Day is a unique time to show your little ones you love them with some good old-fashioned gifting.
Whether you're looking for a gift for a newborn, a rambunctious toddler, or a clever elementary-schooler, we've got you covered. We rounded up 24 Valentine's gifts ideas that are great for all kinds of kids - think books, crafts, and lots of sugary treats.
Keep reading for 24 Valentine's Day gifts that any kid will love:
Brooklinen
Lulu the Llama, available at Brooklinen, $38
Brooklinen's aptly and adorably named baby line, Brooklittles, has everything you need to make the cutest nursery ever, including this soft and cuddly stuffed animal that your little one will love snuggling with.
The cutest little mittensEtsy
Valentine Mittens with Heart, available at Etsy, from $31.50
These adorable mittens will keep their little hands toasty on cold days, plus the red heart adds a festive touch. There are sizes to fit babies, children, and even adults, so everyone can have a pair.
A cute pair of knit loafersRothy's
Kids Loafer, available at Rothy's, $65
Little kids will love getting to wear the same shoes as the big kids. Rothy's are made out of recycled water bottles and are comfortable enough (and machine-washable) for all of their adventures. There are sneakers too if that's more their style.
A super sugary treatMilk Bar Store
B'Day Truffle Dozen Box, available at Milk Bar Store, $24
Is there anything kids love more than sugar? These dense, chewy, rainbow cake truffles are sure to satisfy their sweet tooth.
A kinetic sand bakeshopKinetic Sand
Kinetic Sand Bake Shoppe Playset, available at Target, $9.59
This kinetic sand can be easily molded into all sorts of fun shapes. This set comes with some "baking tools" so they can make cookies and cupcakes to start. Sensory toys like kinetic sand are also great for soothing overstimulated kids.
A Disney+ subscription to watch their favorite moviesAlyssa Powell/Business Insider
Subscribe for $6.99/month or $69.99/year
Get unlimited access to movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and 20th Century Fox. Read everything there is to know about Disney+ over here. And if you need some binge-spiration, here are all the new movies available to stream.
A city they can build themselvesArckit
Arckit Play Little Architect, available at Maisonette, $69
With 130 pieces of all different shapes, kids can create the pastel-colored city of their dreams with this STEAM toy.
A festive pair of pajamasPrimary
Rainbow Heart PJ Top, available at Primary, $16
Rainbow Heart PJ Pant, available at Primary, $16
Any kid will love getting these cozy pajamas with a festive twist in the form of lots and lots of colorful hearts.
A heartfelt book you've filled outUncommon Goods
"What I Love About You by Me" Book, available at Barnes & Noble, $9.95
Give your kid a book filled with all of the reasons you love and appreciate them. They can look back on it whenever they need a little reminder that they're awesome.
A fuzzy, decorative pillowTarget
Heart Faux Fur & Velvet Throw Pillow, available at Target, $16.99
Show your kids you "heart" them with this heart-shaped decorative pillow that adds a warm and fuzzy touch to their bed.
A rainbow silk streamerAmazon
Sarah's Silks Rainbow Silk Streamer, available at Amazon, $12.95
Kids love using their imaginations, which makes something as simple as a rainbow silk a great gift. Whether they use it for twirling, dancing, or playing dress-up, they'll have fun getting creative with it.
A festive and funny bookAmazon
"Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime" by Barbara Park, available at Amazon, $4.24
Junie B. Jones is an iconic and hilarious Kindergartner that kids love. Little ones have been reading her series for over 25 years! Any tiny bookworm will love working on their reading skills with this funny story about Junie B. Jones navigating "Valentime's Day".
A rainbow scratch-off note padAmazon
Melissa & Doug Scratch Art Box of Rainbow Mini Notes, available at Amazon, $8.99
A note pad doesn't seem all that exciting, unless you give them this one. Once they scratch off the black coating, a bright rainbow pattern will be revealed. They can use it to write notes or just create fun drawings.
Crayons that are customized with their nameEtsy
Personalized Rainbow Name Crayons, available at Etsy, from $19.95
Show your love for a young artist in your life with a personalized gift. Coloring gets a lot more fun with these giant rainbow crayons that spell out their name.
A challenging LEGO setAmazon
LEGO Ideas Ship in a Bottle, available at Amazon, $85.43
This LEGO set is a challenging and fun way for kids to work on their building and problem-solving skills.
An inspiring posterUncommon Goods
Heroic Girls in Books Poster, available at Uncommon Goods, $29
Inspire your kids, no matter their gender, with this cute poster, featuring 100 inspiring women characters from great books.
A heart-shaped teetherAmazon
Chewbeads Brooklyn Teether, available at Amazon, $14.50
On theme for Valentine's Day, this teether — which features silicone and wood parts — can be attached to strollers and car seats so babies are distracted from the discomfort of teething.
A snuggly teddy that turns into a hoodieCubcoats
Cubcoats hoodies, available at Cubcoats, from $35
What looks like an adorable stuffed animal at first glance can be rolled out into a full-sized, fuzzy hoodie. Kids will be so excited when they realize they can take their favorite snuggly toy with them everywhere they go.
Read our full review here.
A singing pillow inspired by a viral songAmazon
WowWee Baby Shark Official Song Cube, available at Amazon, $12.99
Kids are constantly singing a song about baby sharks — we don't know why, but it seems like they're really into it. Give them this plush cube that sings four different versions of "Baby Shark" so they can listen to the viral song all the time.
A playset for an aspiring bakerMelissa & Doug
Melissa and Doug Slice and Bake Cookie Set, available at Target and Walmart, from $15.79
Start little bakers off with a wooden slice and bake cookie set. They can use the knife to slice through the cookie "tube" and mix and match the icing toppings.
Recommended ages: 3 years and up
A craft kit for making sweet cardsAmazon
Kid Made Modern Valentines Craft Kit, available at Amazon and Maisonette, from $16.99
Make home decorations or little love notes with these art supplies, from gel pens to metallic paper and more. The popsicle sticks and felt hearts are perfect for handmade valentines, but the crafting can continue long after February 14.
Recommended ages: 6 years and up
A tee to spell out how you feelEtsy
ABC I Love You Shirt, available at Etsy, $21.94
This love-themed baseball tee is sweet and neutral enough to wear year round. Stick with red and white, or choose from a variety of color combinations.
Available sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
A colorful slime packAmazon
Elmer's 20 Count Mini Premade Slime Party Pack, available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart, from $14.99
For a slime super-fan, nothing says love like 20 jars of premade slime. Each slime comes with a set of mix-ins for even more gooey fun.
Recommended ages: 3 years and up
A toy full of surprisesAmazon
Zuru Mini Brands Double Pack, available at Amazon, $13.99
Surprise them with Mini Brands and let the unboxing joy begin. Plus, in this two-pack, collectors have double the chances to find a rare gold or glow-in-the-dark Mini Brand.
Recommended ages: 3 years and up