Valentine’s Day can be a joyful time in the classroom, but for some students, it can also bring big feelings.
 
This Valentine’s Day Food & Writing Activities resource for Grades 2–4 was created to offer a calmer, more inclusive way to celebrate the day through food, conversation, writing, and simple math. Instead of focusing on exchanges or competition, these activities center friendship, kindness, and belonging.
 
Food is used as a gentle entry point, a way to connect, create, and reflect together, while leaving plenty of room for flexibility and teacher choice.
 
What’s inside:
An open-ended Valentine’s Day lesson plan you can adapt to your class
“Would You Rather” and discussion prompts that invite thoughtful conversation
Valentine’s Day writing templates focused on love, gratitude, and connection
A simple no-bake Energy Bites recipe (with a nut-free option)
A Friendship Potion recipe template for creative thinking
A heart estimation activity that blends math with kindness
 
Why teachers appreciate this resource:
It supports connection and belonging without pressure
Activities are flexible and work well as whole-class lessons or centers
Food activities are optional and adaptable to different classroom needs
It’s especially helpful for students who feel anxious around holidays
Easy to integrate across subjects without extra prep