Many schools do not allow candy treats to be given out on Valentine’s Day. And, let’s face it – we all love sweet treats as much as the next person, but bags full of candy for kids…not always the best idea. Read on for some non-candy treat ideas that will last beyond Valentine’s Day!
- Small notepad
- Activity or coloring book
- Books
- Pencils
- Pencil toppers or erasers
- Seed packets or small potted plants to grow
- Small craft kits
- Sidewalk chalk
- Bookmarks
- Temporary Tattoos
- Chapstick
- Lip gloss
- Matchbox or Hotwheels Cars
- Small toy airplanes
- Magnets
- Legos
- Bubble bath
- Bubbles
- Play-doh
- Heart bracelets and necklaces
- Stuffed animals
- Harmonica
- Yo-yos
- Lip Whistles
- Rulers
- Sunglasses
- Silly Straws
- Puzzles
- Glow Sticks
- Friendship Bracelets
- Heart photo frames
- Bouncy balls
- Socks
- Jump ropes
- Hair ribbons
- Stickers
- Heart-shaped Crayons
- Crayon Rings
- Silly Putty
- Ice cream cone gift certificates
I personally think these are all fabulous ideas to give children in lieu of candy for Valentine’s Day. Candy is good in moderation, but I think kids can get much more (healthy) enjoyment out of some of these things.
Thank you, Kayla! : )
I used to love the puffy satin stickers! I wish those would make a come back. Really cute ideas and I agree a bag full of candy, not a great idea, especially when you have multiple kids.
Oh I loved those puffy stickers too!
I am TIRED of so much candy for Valentines and other occasions. This year we are giving pencils, erasers, and magnets – three things on your list!
I know – plus most ends up in the trash anyways!
Fantastic list. We are going the candy-free route this year too.
Thank you, Tonya! : )
We are doing mini dinosaur toys for my sons class “you are ‘dino’mite!”