This candy hearts writing craft mixes Valentine’s Day fun with a little self-love. Kids decorate a candy box and fill hearts with what makes them awesome.
It’s colorful, it’s meaningful and it’s a sweet confidence boost.
How to Make the Candy Hearts Writing Craft
Valentine’s Day Writing and Drawing Prompts
Get the printableThe candy hearts printable
Crayons, markers or colored pencils
Scissors and glue
Stickers or glitter (optional)
Decorate the box
Color and decorate the candy box cover page.
Write on the hearts
Use the prompt hearts, blank hearts or editable hearts to write what makes you special.
Cut it out
Cut out the candy box and hearts.
Assemble
Glue the hearts into the box and show it off.
Tips for the Writing Craft
- Younger kids can dictate while you write.
- Give examples like “I’m a kind friend” or “I’m good at building.”
- Make it a class project: Classmates can write a heart for each other.
- Pair it with our DIY candy heart water paints.
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Keep the hearts coming with our Valentine’s Day Lego mats.
The writing prompts include
- Valentine’s Day writing and drawing prompts
- Instant PDF download, nothing is shipped
Perfect for
- Valentine’s Day
- Kindergarten through 2nd grade
- Writing centers
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Valentine’s Writing Craft FAQ
A printable where kids decorate a candy box and write positive messages about themselves on hearts.
About 4 to 8.
Writing what makes them special helps kids notice their strengths.
Yes, one page of hearts is editable.
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