When it comes to celebrating Valentine’s Day, the holiday isn’t limited to only romantic couples struck by cupid’s arrow. It’s also an excellent opportunity to show your love and affection by getting a gift for your daughter, son, niece, nephew or any child who you adore.
Whether it’s a tasty treat, fun activity or cute outfit, there are affordable presents that won’t break your budget. We rounded up some of our favorite cute Valentine’s Day gifts for kids to enjoy. Think of them as tokens of love to spark joy — there’s something everyone can enjoy as you brighten their day.
Best Overall
Guess How Much I Love You
Sure, this board book is a popular gift at baby showers, but the cherished tale of affection is also a perfect Valentine’s Day gift. It’s ideal for reading right before bedtime, and also for the child(ren) in your life to see the deeper meaning behind the heart holiday.
Benefits:
- Sweet, heartfelt book.
- Affordable.
Things to Consider:
- Sometimes it arrives bent.
- Book is smaller than it may appear online.
Around $9.81 at Amazon.com
Cutest Outfit
Baby Girl Valentine’s Day Outfit
What’s more adorable than this outfit commemorating your bundle of love’s first Valentine’s Day? We’ll wait. Seriously, this outfit for baby girls up to 12 months includes a cotton bodysuit romper, tutu skirt, leg warmers and headband. “My 1st Valentine’s Day” is printed on the outfit.
Benefits:
- Great price.
- Super soft.
- The baby can wear the skirt, headband and leg warmers again since they’re not limited to Valentine’s Day.
Things to Consider:
- Not the best quality.
- Sizing runs big.
- The skirt is made of tulle.
Starting at $15.98 at Amazon.com
Best Treat
Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies
Who among the children in your life doesn’t like a good old-fashioned chocolate chip cookie hot out of the oven with a glass of milk? Although Levain Bakery’s flagship location is in New York City, you don’t need to be in the big apple or near their other east coast bakeries to enjoy their treats. If you want to splurge your little loved one by sharing a sweet treat, this will do the trick.
Benefits:
- No hydrogenated fats or high fructose corn syrup.
- No bleached or bromated flour.
- No synthetic nitrates or nitrites.
Things to Consider:
- It’s also available with walnuts, but be aware of the child’s allergies.
- It takes five to seven minutes to heat in a conventional oven.
- Do not use a microwave.
- They’re frozen, so upon receipt put them immediately into your freezer.
Around $9.99 at Amazon.com
Best Value
Deluxe Baking Kit for Kids
Ready to get the most bang for your buck with a gift that will last beyond February 14? This deluxe baking kit for kids includes four color-coded measuring cups, four color-coded measuring spoons, a silicone pastry brush, a wooden spoon, a French rolling pin, two cookie cutters, a stainless steel whisk, a silicone Bundt pan and recipe book with parent guide. It’s ideal for kids four years-old and up — baking utensils are made for small hands with safety as a top priority. Also, measuring cups are color-coded to match the included recipe cards.
Benefits:
- Tools are easy to use.
- Great learning opportunity.
- Kids have a sense of ownership with their own tools in the kitchen.
Things to Consider:
- Does not include an apron.
- Does not include ingredients.
Around $24.95 at Amazon.com
Best Activity
Crystal Growing Science Experiment Kit
For budding scientists, this crystal growing science experiment kit is a gift you can enjoy together. Recommended for ages 10 and up, the kit contains materials to perform seven different crystal growth experiments. A display case is included to admire the crystals once they’re fully formed.
Benefits:
- Fun for both kids and adults.
- Simple to use.
- Affordable.
Things to Consider:
- Don’t wait to use it since the powder has an expiration date.
- It can be messy.
- Follow precise instructions.
Around $21.99 at Amazon.com
Buying Guide: Most Important Things to Know Before You Buy Cute Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids
Before you buy that adorable present for the kids in your life, consider a few things.
- What are their interests?
- Is it safe?
- Do they have food allergies?
- Are they long-distance compared to being local? Meaning, can you do an activity over a video call or is it better to do the activity together in person?
- Do they already own it or have access to it? If you’re not their parent, consider checking in with their parents to see if they already own something similar.
How Much Should You Spend on Cute Gifts for Kids?
This category is based on your budget and what you can afford and that varies by person, but you can start by factoring in the number of kids in your life.
Are there 10 precious children or one or two? After you determine your overall budget with a plan to not exceed it, break it down by amount per child. Perhaps several children can enjoy lower priced items so no one is left out whereas one or two may enjoy higher priced items? Essentially, if you set a price point that’s equal per child and start too high, you may run out of funds if there are several kids.
In addition, spending more doesn’t necessarily equate to a better, appropriate love-filled adorable gift. Just because you have more money to spend per child doesn’t necessarily mean you need to spend it. You might decide upon a perfect gift that’s at a lower price point compared to a higher one.
Most Important Things to Know Before You Buy Cute Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids
Keep timing top of mind prior to Valentine’s Day so there’s enough time for your gift to arrive or for you to give it to your littles in person.
A private, funny ongoing joke between you and a child in your life may be a super cute, appropriate gift! Get creative, enjoy the process and you may find an adorable item to give.
Remember, kids typically don’t see price tags on gifts or equate them with monetary value. They won’t know how much you spend on a science kit or delicious cookies; what they will see is the gesture of love. So, you don’t have to spend a lot to give them fun presents to enjoy.
