Selecting class Valentines for school parties {known as Friendship Parties in our district} is one among many parental tasks I overthink. Do I want to give out candy? Do I want to give toys? What about something healthy{ish}? How much do I want to spend…?
And on, and on, and on. Right up till the day before parties. When the seasonal grocery shelves are picked over and lacking.
If you get stuck like this at the 11th hour, fear not! Pivot from the Seasonal to the Snack aisles, grab some single-serve multipacks, then power up your home printer for DIY Valentines.
Naturally, these class valentines are not only for use at the last minute. These give you something homespun and a little unique, whether prepared hours or days in advance.
Printable Valentine Messages
Here are some cute, printable Valentine messages formatted for standard 1 x 2 5/8-inch address labels. Peel and stick to the goodies you want to hand out. Some messages are intended for specific snack items {at this point in the October-to-February holiday season, I’m pretty tired of candy}, indicated below.
The messages can also be printed on regular paper or cardstock, then trimmed and attached to each treat with tape, ribbon, or seasonal stickers.
Our Friendship is Poppin
Attach message to a bag of microwavable popcorn or to an individual bag like Skinny Pop or Smart Pop, or to any other “popped” snack item.
Our Friend-CHIP is So Sigma
Attach to single-serving chips. Anything from corn and potato to fruit and veggie will work.
Raisin Awareness: You’re the Best
Attach to small boxes of regular or yogurt-covered raisins.
You’ve Got Major Sauce!
Some pun fun with applesauce and the slang word sauce {style, swagger, or confidence}.
You’re the G.OAT
The Greatest of All Time messages, with emphasis on the OAT, can be used with oatmeal-based snacks like oatmeal squares, protein, and granola bars.
You’re the CeREAL Deal
In my experience, cereal is as good as dessert. Find some single-serve bags, cups, or cereal treat bars to go with these messages.
Our Friendship Really SLAPS
When something slaps, it means it’s really impressive. If you’ve planned to do non-edible treats for Valentines, like slap bracelets, these are for you!
Lowkey Gen-A Valentines Messages
These Gen-A slangy messages speak for themselves. Attach to any treat of your choice. Potentially score major aura points from your kids. No cap.
For more ideas, see Creative DIY Class Valentines.
