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\"Valentines<\/a>If you are a parent, grandparent, or have a child you like to spoil every now and then, Valentine\u2019s Day is an exciting opportunity to plan something special for the little ones in your life. Here are some ideas for some fun Valentine\u2019s Day activities that all kids will love.<\/p>\n

Decorate the Home<\/strong>
\nDecorating is one of the easiest, and most enjoyable, ways to celebrate Cupid\u2019s holiday. You can purchase Valentine\u2019s Day-themed decorations from your local party supply store, or you can make your own. Purchasing red and pink paper and cutting out heart shapes is fun and easy to do, and children will love decorating their hearts with glitter, ribbons, and markers and crayons.<\/p>\n

Make Cards<\/strong>
\nAnother sweet way to celebrate the holiday with kids is to ask your children to make Valentine\u2019s Day cards. Cards can be made for friends or family, or for those who need a little love in their life. Consider partnering with a nursing home or elderly care center near you, and get a full list of residents. Then, plan for your children and your children\u2019s friends to make Valentine\u2019s and deliver them!<\/p>\n

Have Fun in the Kitchen<\/strong>
\nKids love to participate in food prep, especially when yummy ingredients are involved. Plan a fun meal or a special treat for your little ones, and work with them to make it fun. For example, you can make mini sandwiches cut in the shape of hearts and serve with pink lemonade. Another fun idea is thinly slicing apples and cutting them in the shape of a heart. There are many other foods that can be cut into heart shapes.<\/p>\n

Focus on the Love<\/strong>
\n\u201cHouses are made of bricks and beams, homes are made of hopes and dreams\u201d sums up the love inside the family home. Acts of service and kindness on Valentine\u2019s Day are a terrific way to show members of your family how much you care. For example, making a Valentine\u2019s Day themed breakfast or writing a heartfelt letter to your significant other or helping a family member cross off some things on their to-do list are all simple ways to make home a happier place.<\/p>\n

Create a Valentine\u2019s Day Scavenger Hunt<\/strong>
\nIf you have the time, creating a Valentine\u2019s Day scavenger hunt for your little ones can be a very exciting surprise. Make the clues heart shaped and Valentine\u2019s Day themed, and consider having the prize at the end be something activity-related, such as a trip to the movies or your child\u2019s favorite outdoor excursion.<\/p>\n

Host a Kid-Friendly Valentine\u2019s Day Party<\/strong>
\nDepending upon the age of your children, you may consider hosting a Valentine\u2019s Day party\u00a0for your little ones<\/a>. Play love-themed games, and serve a variety of Valentine\u2019s Day-themed treats and goodies. Have the children participate in a fun craft or activity during the party, such as decorating cookies or searching for hearts in the yard or home.<\/p>\n

Make Valentine\u2019s Gifts for Family and Friends<\/strong>
\nHomemade gifts from children are the best. If your child has anyone in particular for whom they want to get a Valentine\u2019s Day gift, there are a number of crafts that are perfect. Consider popsicle stick picture frames (decorated with hearts of course) with a photo of your child, garden stones with hand or footprints, drawn pictures, paper and origami flowers or other designs, and more.<\/p>\n

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Happy Valentine’s Day from Simplicity by Hayden Homes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At Simplicity, we hope that you and the children in your life have a happy Valentine\u2019s Day filled with plenty of love this year!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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