Valentine’s Day for kids usually doesn’t consist of much more than the exchange of sweet treats and generic box cards. The mostly romantic holiday, though, can be meaningful for children too by making a gratitude tree. This fun kid's activities Valentine's Day craft will not only makes for a beautiful centerpiece, but it can also serve as a great conversation starter and give families something heartfelt to share over a meal.

    Step 1. Cut and Decorate Hearts.

    Step 2. Write a Message & String it.

    Step 3. Assemble Branches in a Vase.

    Step 4. Display the Gratitude Tree and Share.

    •       Branches
    •       Vase
    •       Construction paper
    •       Markers or crayons
    •       Scissors
    •       Glue
    •       Stamps, stickers, confetti
    •       Yarn or string
    •       Shredded paper or marbles

     

    Please note: Any Paper will do such as scrapbooking paper, wrapping paper, paper doilies, heart-shaped foam, or any other forms of paper!

    Step 1. Cut and Decorate Hearts.

    Cut out hearts in various sizes using the material of your choice.  Feel free to layer in different sized hearts to add dimension and color variety. Decorate each heart with stickers, glitter, stamps and anything else you can think to festoon them with.  Make sure to leave enough space on one side of the heart to write a note. 

    Step 2. Write a Message & String it.

    Have your child fill in the blank, “I love…” by asking him what and whom he is grateful for.  If your child isn’t old enough to write, fill in his heart for him.  The message can be a longer well thought out message or something as short as “I love soccer,” or “I love dad.”  Then, puncture a hole in the heart using a hole punch or a pen and tie a festive string or yarn through the hole.  Set aside the hearts and let dry. 

    Step 3. Assemble Branches in a Vase.

    Gather branches together and place them in a vase. Filling the vase with shredded paper or marbles will help hold the branches in place.

    Step 4. Display the Gratitude Tree and Share.

    Hang the hearts on the branches. On Valentine’s Day, have your child and other family members and friends share what they wrote. 

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