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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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