Valentine's Day English Language Arts Activities

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways ... on my eight limbs and eight hearts!

Help your third grader author a lovely limerick in honor of Valentine's Day! He'll be delighted to compose and recite this nonsensical poem.

Show your little poet how to create a beautiful acrostic poem for someone special this Valentine's Day.

Looking for a simple, yet unique writing activity for your child on Valentine's Day? Try a hand at haiku!

See how to write a love song simply in this kid-focused tutorial. Learn how to write a love song for Valentine's Day and beyond.

Here's a sweet gift you and your child can make together, sure to please the most finicky valentine.

Wax paper hearts are a unique and glittery gift for a special friend on Valentine's Day. Make wax paper hearts with your child this February.

Sure, you can go out and buy a box of Valentine cards--but for a special message try this simple craft activity to make someone's day.

Foster a love of words in your little cupid this Valentine's Day by creating a memory game that doubles as an early reading activity.

Before your crafty kid moves on to sewing needles and thread, help her create a beautiful cross-stitch pattern with markers!

Counting syllables can be tough. Help your kid get some practice on Valentine's Day with this simple game.

Help your child develop her letter recognition skills throughout the week leading up to Valentineâs Day with this simple activity.

Here's a hilarious alternative to those sugary conversation hearts...and a way to keep building first grade literacy skills while you're at it!

Invite your first grader to create this "layers of love" keepsake for that special someone! It holds a sweet, personal message for the recipient.