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10 Non-Candy Valentine Ideas

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Valentine’s Day is a time when people express their love and affection for one another, often through the exchange of cards, flowers, and sweets. If you have a child who celebrates Valentine’s Day, you may find that they come home with a large amount of candy on this holiday.

This can be overwhelming and may not be the most healthy option. To address this issue, you may want to consider sending a non-candy Valentine with your child. Non-candy Valentines are a great way to show your love and appreciation for someone without relying on sugary treats. In this article, we will share 10 ideas for non-candy Valentines that are perfect for almost anyone on your list.

Check out these Little Valentines day trinkets you can label and gift too.

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1- Valentine Fruit Tags from Craftaholics Anonymous

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2- Popcorn Valentine from See Vanessa Craft

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3- Color My World Printable from Crazy Little Projects

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4- I Wheelie Like You from Creating Really Awesome Fun Things

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5- You Blow Me Away Printable from The Girl Creative

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6- Have A Ball from Love The Day

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7- Rainbow Loom Bracelet from Hey JenRenee

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8- Sip! Sip! Horray! from Bargain Briana

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9- Love Bug Valentines from Dandee Designs

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10- Heart Glow from Kommunicated

Here are 10 more ideas for non-candy gifts to give on Valentine’s Day:

  1. A bouquet of flowers is a classic Valentine’s Day gift that is sure to be appreciated. Choose from a variety of flowers, such as roses, lilies, or daisies, to create a special arrangement.
  2. A heartfelt card or letter is a simple, yet meaningful gift that shows you took the time to express your feelings in writing.
  3. A cozy blanket or throw pillow is a practical and comforting gift that will be appreciated all year round.
  4. A potted plant is a living reminder of your love and can be enjoyed for years to come.
  5. A book is a great gift for the reader in your life. Choose a book that you think they will enjoy, or one that holds special meaning for both of you.
  6. A piece of handmade jewelry, such as a necklace or bracelet, is a unique and personal gift.
  7. A scented candle or essential oils set can create a relaxing atmosphere and add a touch of luxury to their home.
  8. A gift certificate for a massage or spa day is a thoughtful way to help your loved one relax and unwind.
  9. A cooking or baking class is a fun and interactive gift that allows your loved one to learn a new skill and create delicious meals.
  10. A subscription to a favorite magazine or streaming service is a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year.

 

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  1. the link to the wheelie valentine does not work. I did find it at craftingfunthings

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Reflecting on the Past Year with Kids

I’m in deep denial about the fact that new year is almost upon us again! It’s been the fastest and the longest year at the same time, and I can look back and see some good things as well as some things I wish had gone differently.

Doing a year in review with your kids — whether in the classroom or at home — is a good way to capture some of their memories and the things they really liked about the year gone by.

There are a lot of different printable year in review worksheets you can use if you want to make this super easy. Here are links to a few (often part of larger posts about NYE celebrations with kids that are worth a read, too):

  • Teach Beside Me has lots of fun printables fro the end of the year, including a year in review that covers favorite memory, funniest memory and the best book they read, among other topics.
  • NurtureStore‘s version has space for a self-portrait and prompts like favorite toy, best day out this year and future dream job.
  • Remember favorites, their “best idea” of the year and have room for setting goals for next year with this one from The Keele Deal.
  • The year in review from Yes We Made This has room for drawing or writing and includes things like something they learned, a memory they made and a place they visited.

Of course you could pretty easily make your own year in review for the whole family to do that asks questions based on what you most want to remember. (Favorite video game? Best friend? Favorite family memory?)

And if after the year in review you’re ready to look ahead a bit, Mrs. Merry has new year’s resolution printables to inspired kids to look ahead and set goals for things they want to try. You can totally fill this one out as a grownup, too.

[Photo: Mrs. Merry]

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