Easy Valentine's Day Crafts for Children

These Valentine's Day craft projects are intended for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school children. Many of the materials necessary for these Valentine's Day crafts are found easily around the house, like egg cartons, cardboard, crayons, paint and glue. Roll up your sleeves and clear off the kitchen table to get your child started on these easy Valentine's Day crafts!

Valentine's Day Craft #1: Sponge Heart Valentine Card

The following supplies are needed for this cute and creative take on a traditional Valentine's Day card: construction paper, a paper plate, red or pink tempera paint, a sponge, scissors, crayons or a pen, old newspapers (to work on and protect the surface underneath), and glitter (optional). To make a simple, non-folded card, fold and cut a piece of paper into quarters or sixths, to give you four or six cards. Cut the sponge into a heart shape, making sure the shape will fit onto the card surface. Put the newspapers down on the table to protect it and pour a small amount of paint onto the paper plate. Dip the sponge onto the paint, scrape off any excess paint, and stamp the card with the sponge. Sprinkle some glitter onto the card if desired. After the paint dries, write a Valentine's Day message on the card. Your child now has some cute, easy-to-make Valentine's Day cards to hand out to their friends at school. (Tip: If you want a traditional, folded card, just cut the paper into thirds. You will later fold it into half.)

Valentine's Day Craft #2: 3D String of Hearts