Everyone’s favorite day of love is just around the corning, which is why we made this adorably sentimental list of free Valentine’s coloring pages for kids. They’re all downloadable, printable and full of heart-filled images, cutie Cupids, puppies, kittens and even rainbows!
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Who are these free Valentine’s coloring pages best for?
We created each page with children ages four through nine in mind, but there’s no reason older kids and love-filled adults won’t enjoy them too. These are great for classrooms because there’s no written content or particular religious messaging, just graphics making it clear that love and friendship light the way to this special day!
And if you’re looking more kid-friendly, fodder:
Here are 14 fun and age-appropriate Valentine’s Day facts for kids:
- Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14th every year, no matter what day of the week it falls on.
- The holiday is named after Saint Valentine, known for being kind and helping others.
- Valentine’s Day has been celebrated for over 1,500 years! It began a long, long time ago.
- People used to handwrite all their valentines before store-bought cards became popular.
- The heart shape is a symbol of love and is the most popular design for Valentine’s Day decorations.
- Cupid is a symbol of Valentine’s Day, and he is often shown as a cheerful, flying baby with a bow and arrow.
- Chocolate and candy are popular Valentine’s Day treats because they are sweet, just like the holiday.
- The colors red and pink are special for Valentine’s Day because they stand for love, kindness and friendship.
- Millions of roses are given each Valentine’s Day because flowers are a way to say, “I care about you.”
- Valentine’s Day is about friendship too! It’s a day to tell your friends how much you appreciate them.
- Kids celebrate Valentine’s Day in school by exchanging cards, sharing treats and doing fun crafts.
- The first Valentine’s Day cards were sent in the 1400s, and people still love giving them today!
- You can celebrate Valentine’s Day by making things like cards, crafts or heart-shaped cookies for the people you love.
- Some animals are symbols of love, like doves, because they are known for staying with the same partner for life.
These facts combine history, fun, and simple themes to make the holiday meaningful and enjoyable for children!
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