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Valentine’s Day can be so fun for kids. I remember being excited to pick out the box of 36 Valentine’s cards I’d give my classmates and excited to see what I’d get for cards. Plus, there would be fun Valentine’s Day activities and, of course, the party. Two weeks in February lead up to Valentine’s Day, which is the perfect time to include some Valentine’s Day writing prompts.

Writing prompts don’t have to be given to kids only to prepare them for a writing exam. However, those are the times I remember most of my fellow teachers dragging them out. The district would be doing its annual writing assessment, and teachers would be whipping out the prompts to teach kids how to write to a prompt.

You can use writing prompts, though, to help give the struggling writer something to write about. You can also use prompts for days you have someone filling in for you, to fill some time, or you don’t have the energy to teach a writing lesson. Prompts are a fun way to mix things up.

20 Valentine’s Day Writing Prompts

I know sometimes we want to add some fun to our school day around the holidays, but we also want to stay on track. After all, you’ve probably just gotten back into a good rhythm after the Christmas and New Year’s break. Now it’s Valentine’s Day.

So, adding some Valentine’s Day writing prompts can be one way to keep on writing AND have some fun!

I have 20 Valentine’s Day writing prompts you can use with your kiddos. Each one is on its own card, so you can:

• Cut them out and put them in a jar for kids to choose one randomly
• Put them in a stack and let kids go through them and find what they like
• Assign a different Valentine’s Day prompt each day or every few days

Whatever you choose, kids are sure to have some fun, which builds up excitement for the coming celebrations.

The List of Prompts

You’ll find different types of prompts below. There are fun stories, personal reflection, and imaginative options. You can separate these Valentine’s Day prompts into various categories if you like or put them together. It is up to you.

Here are the prompts.

1. A Valentine’s Day Mystery: Someone has been leaving secret Valentine cards for everyone at school. Write about this mystery.
2. The Magical Valentine’s Card: You find a Valentine’s card that grants one wish. What do you wish for, and what happens next?
3. The Love Letter Delivery Owl: Imagine you’re an owl who has to deliver Valentine’s letters. What happens on your busiest night of the year?
4. Cupid’s Apprentice: Cupid asks you to help spread love for Valentine’s Day. How do you decide who gets a special arrow?
5. The Lonely Heart Robot: A robot wants to celebrate Valentine’s Day but doesn’t understand love. How would you help them?
6. A Candy Heart Adventure: You find a bag of candy hearts that come to life! What do they say, and where do they lead you?
7. The Valentine’s Day Time Machine: If you could go back in time to spend one Valentine’s Day with someone from history, who would it be and why?
8. Valentine’s Day at the Zoo: The animals at the zoo are planning their own Valentine’s Day party. Write about the chaos and fun that happens!
9. A Valentine from an Alien: An alien sends you a Valentine’s Day card. What does it say, and how do you respond?
10. The Case of the Missing Chocolates: A box of Valentine’s chocolates disappears. Can you solve the mystery and find out who took them?

11. What Love Means to Me: Write about what love means to you and how you can show it to friends, family, and pets.
12. My Perfect Valentine’s Day: Describe your perfect Valentine’s Day celebration. Where would you go, and who would you spend it with?
13. If I Were Cupid: If you had Cupid’s powers for one day, how would you use them to make people happy?
14. The Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ever: Imagine you could give or receive the most amazing Valentine’s Day gift. What would it be and why?
15. A Valentine to the Earth: Write a Valentine’s Day card to the planet. What would you say to show your appreciation for nature?
16. A Friend Valentine: Write about what makes a good friend and create a special Valentine for them.
17. If Pets Could Celebrate Valentine’s Day: Imagine your pet (or a pet you wish you had) celebrating Valentine’s Day. What would they do?
18. Why I Appreciate You: Write a Valentine’s letter to someone you care about, sharing why you’re grateful for them.
19. A Valentine for the _____: The ______ feels lonely on Valentine’s Day. Write a story or letter to cheer it up. (You fill in the blank.)
20. Design Your Own Valentine’s Tradition: If you could create a brand-new Valentine’s Day tradition, what would it be?

These Valentine’s Day prompts are a mix of creativity, reflection, and humor to engage kids in fun and meaningful writing!

Download Your Valentine’s Prompts

Below, you can find the link to print out your prompts. Save them to your computer, print them out, and you are ready. It is that simple.

Want to add in some more writing fun this Valentine’s Day?

You might like these 5 Valentine’s Day Poetry Lessons you can use with all ages.

I hope you and your kids have a fun Valentine’s Day, and these Valentine’s writing prompts make it a little more special.

Happy Homeschooling!

P.S. Here are some other resources from some great companies I work with that have some Valentine’s Day activities, too.

• All About Learning has a fun Candy Hearts Rhyming Game that your kids might like.
• My Teaching Library has many educational Valentine’s Day Activities. There are drawing, word search, math activities, and more! Pick what is right for your kids.