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For when you don't want to give them chocolate.
If the plot of this book sounds familiar, you might remember it by its original title, Four Valentines in a Rainstorm.
Promising review: "Cornelia Augusta is a thoughtful main character who takes a surprise that life has given her and uses her time, energy, and imagination to make the most of it. These are wonderful traits to promote to children. Also the book doesn't over-explain why Cornelia gave a particular valentine to a particular friend, so there is room for your little reader to come to her or his own conclusions. It also incorporates the themes of seizing the moment and accepting change (it only ever rains hearts once) which is a lovely life lesson as well." —Stiletto
Get it from Amazon for $5.25.
Promising review: "My 10-year-old actually picked this out to buy for his little sister for Christmas and it was a huge hit. Very heavy metal and good quality spinner! Works fantastically and small enough for younger hands too." —theteacherswife
Get it from Amazon for $5.36.
They taste like cherry!
Get a pack of 27 from Amazon for $11.90.
Promising review: "As a kindergarten teacher, it's impossible not to be a fan of all things Eric Carle. From his artwork, to his beautiful, accessible text, each book is truly a treasure. The latest from the Hungry Caterpillar is no exception! This is a perfect gift for any young reader... for Valentine's Day or any other occasion that you want them to know they are loved. (That would be every day!) Also very appropriate for a child to give to a teacher or other special adult in their lives... a beautiful expression of love. Thank you, Mr. Carle, for yet another gem to add to my collection." —D. Burgess
Get it from Amazon or Barnes & Noble for $8.99, or from a local bookseller through Indiebound.
You can pick a name and design to get printed on the apron in vinyl.
Get it from SJACreativeDesigns on Etsy for $16.99 (available in six colors).
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $12.99 (available in six colors).
Get a jar of 15 from SunbasilgardenSoap on Etsy for $12.50.
Heart-shaped breakfast food sounds like an egg-cellent idea!
Get them from Amazon for $5.99.
Promising review: "Very unique idea! You write on the card and then place the scratch off sticker over the writing. Super cute for my 5-year-old daughter's valentines! She thinks they are really cool and she loves thinking about what secret message to write to each of her classmates." —David Hitchings
Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $7.99.
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