What's not to love about Valentine's Day? For kids, it's yet another opportunity to party. And what child doesn't love to celebrate while also satisfying that sweet tooth? At some point, you may be called upon to create goodie bags for your child's class. Perhaps you've even made it an annual tradition by now. So here are some great ways for filling those bags. It just wouldn't be Valentine's Day without some sweet treats from the heart, as in conversation hearts. According to the National Confectioners Association, an estimated 8 billion hearts were made in one recent year. Other popular options are Hershey's kisses, jelly beans and small boxes of chocolates. If you want to go easy on the sugar, there are plenty of other fun alternatives children are sure to love. Online party supplies provider Oriental Trading is rife with stuffers ranging from heart erasers to pencils to bubbles. There's also novelty jewelry, mini stuffed animals and much more.
Of course, if time isn't on your side, you can always hit up the local dollar store. Browse the toy aisle and see what you can add to your offerings. Crayons, noise makers and balloons are all good options. If you want a gift that will continue to give, add a packet of seeds from the local Home Depot. The children will have the opportunity to grow their own plants. You won't want to forget the Valentine's cards. There are always the store-bought brands. Have your child take his pick of what cards he wants to give his classmates. Or he can even make homemade cards that come from the heart. So this Valentine's Day, put on your thinking cap and put some of these good ideas to great use.