Print this FREE Valentine’s Day Alphabet Letter Matching Game! This game will help kids identify lowercase and uppercase letters.
Valentine’s day is around the corner!
If you are teaching your child how to identify their letters, this letter matching game below is a great activity to help supplement this skill!
Learning how to identify uppercase and lowercase letters can be confusing for some kids, so this game is a great way to practice identifying these letters.
Simply print and cut out the hearts with uppercase and lowercase letters, then spread out on a table for kids to match together!
Valentine’s Day Alphabet Letter Matching Game
Supplies:
letter matching game PDF printable
Directions:
Download and print the free alphabet hearts PDF on regular printer paper or cardstock. Make sure to set your ink to the color setting.
Laminate each sheet if desired. I do prefer laminating this set so that it will last longer!
Cut out each set of alphabet hearts. Cut the alphabet hearts in half along the dotted line.
Mix up the hearts on place the heart halves around a table. Have the child find the uppercase letter and it’s correct lowercase letter match.
Valentine's Day Letter Matching Game
Materials
letter matching game PDF printable
printer paper or cardstock
color ink
printer
scissors
laminator and laminator sheets
Instructions
Download and print the free alphabet hearts PDF on regular printer paper or cardstock.
Laminate each sheet if desired. I do prefer laminating this set so that it will last longer!
Cut out each set of alphabet hearts. Cut the alphabet hearts in half along the dotted line.
Mix up the hearts on place the heart halves around a table. Have the child find the letter and it’s correct match.
Valentine’s Day Chocolate-Covered Spoons: A Sweet and Simple Treat for Moms
Valentine’s Day is a special occasion that calls for a little extra love and sweetness. As a busy mom, finding the time to create elaborate treats might be challenging, but don’t worry!
Making chocolate-covered spoons is not only easy but also a fun activity to involve your kids in the kitchen.
Here’s how, when, where, and why these adorable Valentine’s Day gifts are perfect for you.
Why Make Chocolate-Covered Spoons?
Perfect for Hot Drinks
These spoons, dipped in melted chocolate, transform a simple cup of coffee or hot cocoa mix into a delightful experience.
Imagine stirring your morning coffee with a spoon that slowly melts, releasing a rich chocolate flavor.
Fun and Easy
Using items like a plastic spoon, parchment paper, and your choice of chocolate (white chocolate chips or milk chocolate), this simple food craft doesn’t require professional skills.
It’s a great way to introduce your kids to cooking and enjoy quality time together.
Versatile for Gifting
Wrapped in little cellophane bags or placed in mason jars, these spoons make adorable Valentine’s Day gifts or DIY gifts.
They add a thoughtful touch to a homemade gift basket or can be a standalone present for teachers, friends, or family.
How to Make Them
You don’t need a fancy spoon mold; any kind of spoons, like plastic or wooden spoons, will do.
Melt your choice of chocolate – white chocolate candy melts, dark chocolate, or even peanut butter chips – in a heat-safe bowl.
You can use a double boiler or a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals.
Once the chocolate is melted to a smooth consistency, dip the spoon in, ensuring the well of the spoon is fully coated.
Here’s where you can get creative: sprinkle some Valentine sprinkles, crushed candy cane, or mini marshmallows on top of the chocolate.
Let them set on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or wax paper in a cool dry place.
When to Make Them
Prepare these a few days in advance of Valentine’s Day to ensure they’re ready for gifting or enjoying.
They store well in an airtight container in a cool place, away from moisture.
Where to Make Them
Your kitchen is the perfect spot for this activity.
Lay out all your ingredients and decorations on the kitchen table for easy access. This way, kids can join in the fun of dipping and decorating.
Additional Tips
Flavor Variations: Experiment with various flavors like adding coffee beans for a coffee spoon or using different types of chocolate melts for a variety of tastes.
Decoration Ideas: Get creative with fun toppings or dip the front of the spoons in different types of chocolate for a layered effect.
Packaging: For an extra special touch, pack them in pretty Valentine’s Day bags or tie them with a ribbon for a perfect gift presentation.
In conclusion, creating these chocolate-covered spoons is not just about making a delicious treat; it’s about spending time with your loved ones and creating memories.
They’re a perfect example of a thoughtful gift that’s easy, fun, and heartwarming – everything Valentine’s Day should be about.
Happy Valentine’s Day, and enjoy the sweet moments!
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Covered Spoons
Supplies:
white chocolate baking chips (or substitute milk chocolate chips)
plastic spoons
Valentine’s sprinkles
parchment paper
Directions:
Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
Melt your white chocolate in a double boiler. Place the chocolate in a Pyrex heat safe bowl and place over a saucepan with 2 inches of water in it.
Heat over low-medium heat stirring the sides often, until chocolate is fully melted.
Dip a spoon into the chocolate, using another spoon to get chocolate all around, if needed.
Place chocolate dipped spoon on parchment paper, and add sprinkles.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all of your spoons are dipped.
Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
White Chocolate Spoons
Ingredients
White chocolate baking chips
plastic spoons
Valentine’s sprinkles
Parchment paper
Instructions
Line a baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
Melt your white chocolate in a double boiler. Place the chocolate in a heatsafe bowl and place over a saucepan with 2 inches of water in it. Heat over low-medium heat stirring the sides often, until chocolate is fully melted.
Dip a spoon into the chocolate, using another spoon to get chocolate all around, if needed.
Place chocolate dipped spoon on parchment paper, and add sprinkles.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all of your spoons are dipped.
Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chocolate Covered Spoons
Can I use dark chocolate instead of white or milk chocolate?
Dark chocolate can be a delicious alternative. Just make sure to adjust the melting time as different chocolates have varying melting points.
How long do these chocolate-covered spoons last?
If stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, they can last up to two weeks. Refrigeration is not necessary but can be used if your kitchen is particularly warm.
Are these spoons only for hot chocolate?
While they are perfect for stirring into hot chocolate or coffee, they’re also delightful on their own as a treat!
Can I use real silverware instead of plastic spoons?
Yes, you can use real spoons. They add an elegant touch, especially if you’re gifting them. Just ensure they are thoroughly cleaned and dried before use.
How can I prevent the chocolate from clumping while melting?
The key is to melt the chocolate slowly and stir it frequently. Using a double boiler helps maintain a consistent temperature, preventing the chocolate from burning or clumping.
Can I add other toppings besides sprinkles?
Feel free to get creative. Crushed nuts, mini marshmallows, or even a drizzle of a different type of chocolate can add an extra special touch.
What’s the best way to package these spoons for gifts?
You can place them in cellophane bags and tie them with a festive ribbon, or arrange them in a decorative box with some tissue paper for a more elaborate presentation.
How do I make these allergen-friendly?
Look for allergen-free chocolate chips, and ensure all your utensils and surfaces are clean to avoid cross-contamination. There are many allergy-friendly sprinkle options available as well.
Remember, the most important part of this activity is the fun and love shared while making these delightful treats. Happy Valentine’s Day crafting!
Enjoy these FREE Printable Valentine’s Day Math Activities during the month of February!
These Valentine Day themed math printables are a great way to practice basic math skills for kids!
Printables are great for moms that homeschool, teachers that need supplemental activities at school, or use these printables at home for extra math practice with the kids! You can also save these for a rainy (or snowy) day during February!
This FREE 6-page activity pack includes Valentine 10 Frames, Valentine Number Tracing, Valentine Heart Counting 1-20, and Heart Addition.
Printable Valentine’s Day Math Activities
If you are looking for additional printable math activities for Valentine’s Day, here are great ideas available at Etsy!
Do you want to create something fun with the kids this Valentine’s Day?
Create this Valentine’s Day Marshmallow Pop Bouquet to display or give as a gift to someone special!
Are you looking for a unique, creative way to show your love this Valentine’s Day? Why not surprise your sweetheart or someone special with a marshmallow bouquet?
Not only is it a fun, playful alternative to regular floral bouquets; marshmallows also make the perfect gift for any special occasion.
These marshmallow bouquets are made with marshmallows and designed to look like a classic flower arrangement.
So why not give someone the sweetest treat of all this year – an exquisite marshmallow bouquet!
They’ll be sure to remember your gesture of love every time they take a bite!
This is a also a fun and easy project perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.
I must admit, I’ve never been a huge fan of plain marshmallows, but I thought these were a delicious treat! I guess anything covered in chocolate is delicious, right?!
In a double boiler, melt the chocolate wafers. If you want to do a combination of chocolate or white chocolate, you’ll need to melt the chocolate in two separate double boilers.
Stick one cake pop stick in the middle of each marshmallow. Create the desired amount of marshmallow sticks for your bouquet.
Carefully dip each marshmallow in the chocolate and cover. You can dip half or the whole marshmallow if you prefer.
Sprinkle colored sprinkles over the chocolate covered marshmallow and set the marshmallow pop aside in a cake pop holder to dry.
Fill your vase with the jelly beans and place the Valentine’s Day Marshmallow Pops inside once dry, creating a beautiful display for Valentine’s Day or give as a gift to someone special!
Valentine's Day Marshmallow Pop Bouquet
Materials
cake pop sticks
large marshmallows
Valentine sprinkles
candy melts
small square vase
jelly beans
Notes
In a double boiler, melt the chocolate wafers. If you want to do a combination of chocolate or white chocolate, you'll need to melt the chocolate in two separate double boilers.
Stick one cake pop stick in the middle of each marshmallow. Create the desired amount of marshmallow sticks for your bouquet.
Carefully dip each marshmallow in the chocolate and cover. You can dip half or the whole marshmallow if you prefer.
Sprinkle colored sprinkles over the chocolate covered marshmallow and set the marshmallow pop aside in a cake pop holder to dry.
Fill your vase with the jelly beans and place the Valentine's Day Marshmallow Pops inside once dry, creating a beautiful display for Valentine's Day or give as a gift to someone special!
These pumpkin activities are great to print if you are needing afterschool activities, homeschool activities, or activities to help supplement virtual learning this fall.
Tip: If you’d like for your pumpkin activity pack to last longer, use a laminator and laminate each sheet. Kids can use Expo markers for easy drawing and erasing!
Pumpkin Tracing – Tracing teaches a variety of skills for kids! Kids learn how to gain control over their hand, finger, and arm movement when tracing, helping to develop fine motor skills. Use a marker, crayon, pen or pencil to trace this pumpkin!
Get creative and use different colors. When the child is finished tracing the pumpkin, he or she can color the pumpkin, too!
Design Your Pumpkin – Grab the crayons and/or markers for this activity! Your child can get very creative with this pumpkin designing activity! Have the child design this pumpkin however he or she feels! Kids can draw Jack-o-Lantern faces, silly faces, and more on their pumpkin. Color the pumpkin orange or make it as colorful as you’d like!
Pumpkin Connect the Dots: Counting 1-30 – This connect the dots activity is great to help kids learn counting up to 30! When the child finishes connecting the dots, he or she can color the pumpkin, too!
Pumpkin Maze Activity – Kids love finding their way through mazes! See if your child can make their way through this pumpkin maze to find the bucket of Halloween candy at the end of the maze.
Pumpkin Cutting Activity: Counting 1-10 – Kids can practice their cutting skills with this Cut and Rearrange the Pumpkin Activity! Simply cut along the dotted lines. After cutting the pumpkin apart, mix the pumpkin strips up and have the child put the pumpkin back together by going in order from 1-10.
Complete the Pumpkin Puzzle Activity – This activity helps kids with cutting skills! Cut out the pieces to this pumpkin puzzle and then put the puzzle back together.
If you are planning a fun elf season for your kids this year, then it’s time to plan and prepare! Here’s a list of Elf I’m Back Ideas!
Depending on how much you get into this fun holiday tradition, having a plan in place before the month gets here will save you plenty of time and headaches during the month of December.
I say this because we’ve been into elf planning for YEARS. Every year, our elf Clyde (and last year we added Crystal) visit my three kids for a fun month of surprises. We get really into it.
This is a very simple Candy Corn Playdoh Sensory Activity suitable for preschool and kindergarten-aged children.
Creating crafts with Playdoh is perfect for helping young kids strengthen the muscles in their little hands!
Rolling out Playdoh and cutting it with a plastic knife helps young kids strengthen their fine motor skills and enhances their hand-eye coordination.
Adding small items like buttons, perler beads and pom poms will help your child with focus, concentration and hand-eye coordination. Not to mention, it’s just FUN to play with!
Remove the white Playdoh from the can. Using a mini rolling pin, roll the dough out flat.
With a plastic knife, cut out a large triangle shape out of the flattened Playdoh. Place the extra pieces of Playdoh back inside the can.
Have your child start at the base of the triangle and add yellow perler beads all along the bottom on the candy corn piece.
Fill the middle of the candy corn with orange buttons.
Place the white pom poms at the tip of the candy corn.
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