Valentine’s Day is not just a day of love and romance for adults.
It’s also a day for little valentines to express their love for their family and friends, and in some cases, to celebrate in school with their classmates.
(Maybe they even have an extra special friend or crush that they’d like to share a cute poem with!)
Whether you’re looking for a valentine’s day poem to share with your class, a sweet love poem for any special person in your life, or just something cute to put on your homemade cards, you’ll find it here.
And, of course, Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your special valentine!
Sweet Poems for Valentine’s Day
Make your handmade card or art project extra special with a thoughtful valentine’s day poem.
These sweet poems are perfect for kids because they are short and simple, and filled with loving sentiments.
1. Five Little Valentine’s
This classic valentine’s poem is fun for kids to memorize:
5 little valentines just for you
The first one says, “My love is true.”
The second one says, “You have my heart.”
The third one says, “Let us never part.”
The fourth one says, “Won’t you please be mine?”
The fifth one says, “‘Til the end of time.”
Author Unknown
2. “Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue”
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Sugar is sweet,
And so are you.
You can make up your own Roses Are Red poem, too!
3. “I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart)” By E.E. Cummings
i carry your heart with me
(i carry it in my heart)
i am never without it
(anywhere i go you go, my dear; and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling)
4. “Red hearts, White Hearts” By Nellie Edge
Red hearts, White hearts,
Pink hearts, too.
I like Purple hearts.
How about you?
Green hearts, Yellow hearts,
Blue hearts, too.
I like rainbow hearts.
How about you?
Silly Poems
These short valentine’s day poems are perfectly silly for kids, and great for classroom use with younger children.
5. “Love” by Shel Silverstein
Ricky was “L” but he’s home with the flu
Lizzie, our “O”, had some homework to do.
Mitchell, “E”, prob’ly got lost on the way,
So I’m all of love that could make it today.
6. “I Love You More Than Applesauce” By Jack Prelutsky
I love you more than applesauce,
Than peaches and a plum,
Than chocolate hearts,
And cherry tarts,
And berry bubblegum.
7. Five Little Valentine’s (another version)
Five little valentines were having a race
The first little valentine was frilly with lace.
The second little valentine had a funny face.
The third little valentine said, “I love you”.
The fourth little valentine said, “I do too”.
The fifth little valentine was sly as a fox.
He ran the fastest to the valentine box.
Author Unknown
Songs
These songs are set to the melody of well-known children’s songs, so they’ll be easy for kids to remember and catch on to.
8. Be My Valentine
Sung to Mary Had A Little Lamb
You’re a special
Friend of mine
Friend of mine
Friend of mine
You’re a special
Friend of mine
Be my valentine!
Author Unknown
9. Yes, I do
Sung to: Three Blind Mice
I love you, I love you
Yes, I do, yes, I do
I love you every night and day,
I love you when I work and play,
I love you in so many ways,
I love you!
Author Unknown
For Mom & Dad
A handmade card with a poem is great way to make your mom or dad feel extra special on Valentine’s Day. Here are a few kids’ valentine poems that are perfect to give to them. Don’t forget a piece of chocolate to make it extra sweet!
10. Happy Valentine’s Day to My Mom
Mom, I’ve got some friends
Of each and every kind,
But a better friend than my mother
I’ll never, ever find!
I’m so happy you’re my mom!
I love you.
By Joanna Fuchs
11. Best Valentine Mom
On Valentine’s day, I think of you, Mom;
I love you really a lot.
In my life that’s full of many good things,
You’re the very best thing I’ve got!
It’s Valentine’s Day, so I want to say,
I’m the luckiest kid anywhere;
You’re the sweetest, greatest, best mom around
And I want you to know I care!
By Joanna Fuchs
12. Happy Valentine’s Day to my Dad
Dad you are my favorite man,
And I sure want you to know,
I’ll always respect and love you, Dad
No matter how big I grow!
I’m lucky to have you as my dad!
I love you.
By Joanna Fuchs
For Grandma & Grandpa
Celebrate this special day with grandparents by giving them a special poem just for them. Your homemade valentines will surely brighten their day.
13. Happy Valentine’s Day to My Grandma
Dear Grandma, you’re so special
You do such nice things for me;
You love me just the way I am;
You make me happy as can be!
I’ve got the best grandma in the world!
I love you.
By Joanna Fuchs
14. Happy Valentine’s Day to My Grandpa
You are the greatest grandpa;
We have lots of fun.
If there were a grandpa contest,
You surely would have won!
Thanks for being such a good grandpa!
By Joanna Fuchs
For any family member
This short poem can be used to address any family member on Valentine’s Day – just plug in their relationship to you!
15. Happy Valentine’s Day to My ___
I’m happy you’re my (aunt, uncle, cousin, etc.)
I hope that you can see,
I’m really glad to have you as
A part of my family!
I like you a lot and I’m glad we’re related!
By Joanna Fuchs
For Brother and Sister
Sometimes sibling relationships are hard, but these poems can help to make Valentine’s Day a happy day for you and your brother or sister.
16. Happy Valentine’s Day to my Brother:
A Brother Valentine Poem
If I had to have a brother (ha, ha)
I’m glad it could be you.
I’m thankful to you, (name)
For the brotherly things you do!
Thanks for being a good brother!
I love you.
By Joanna Fuchs
17. Happy Valentine’s Day to my Sister:
A Sister Valentine Poem
I’m glad to have a sister
Who is so nice and sweet.
As a good friend and a sister
My (name) can’t be beat!
Thanks for being such a good sister!
I love you.
By Joanna Fuchs
For a Friend
All of the following are original poems by Joanna Fuchs, perfect for a valentine’s day card for your favorite friend.
18. I Like You
Valentine, I like you;
I’m glad that you’re my friend;
We have lots of fun together,
We are a perfect blend!
19. You’re Just Great
Hey there, my classmate,
I think you’re just great;
I’ve wanted to tell you,
So now I won’t wait.
20. Fun to Be With
Please be my special Valentine;
There’s no one quite like you.
You’re really fun to be with,
And a very good friend, too!
21. Sunshine Valentine
I’ll be very happy
If you’ll be my Valentine;
You’ll fill my heart with joy,
And my day with bright sunshine!
22. Valentine Card
I’m sending this
‘Cause I want to say,
You are special,
Happy Valentine’s Day!
23. Valentine from Me to You
I want to say
In a friendly way
From me to you,
We’re friends, we two.
24. You Shine
As good friends go,
You really shine.
Let’s be each other’s
Valentine!
25. Second to None
When we’re together,
We have such fun;
Valentine,
You’re second to none!
26. Valentine Buddy
It’s Valentine’s Day
And I’m thinking of you;
Be my buddy and pal,
And my Valentine, too!
27. School Valentine
Valentine I see you
A lot when we’re at school,
And every time I see you
I think you’re very cool.
I’d like to know you better,
And so this poem I send,
Hoping that you’ll soon be
My special Valentine friend.
28. Valentine Blend
I think we make a perfect blend;
Will you be my Valentine friend?
Mighty Fine Valentine
Together we would be mighty fine,
So won’t you be my Valentine?
For a crush
If you’re looking for a great poem for a crush, here are several options. All are by Joanna Fuchs.
29. Give Me A Clue
I’m thinking of you on Valentine’s Day;
You are nice, so I want to say:
Give me a clue; give me a sign;
Will you be my Valentine?
30. Near You Valentine
I am happy each day I’m near you;
When you’re around me, I’m fine.
Now that I’ve said how I like you,
Will you be my Valentine?
31. You Are Special
Special people are very few;
Who is special? That would be you.
My Valentine’s Day would be so fine,
If you would be my Valentine.
32. When You’re Around
Valentine, when you’re around
My heart feels warm and happy.
I want to say ‘I like you,”
Without sounding way too sappy!
33. I Think You’re Nice
I think you’re nice; I think you’re great.
You stand out from the rest.
And if you’ll be my Valentine,
I’ll think that you’re the best!
Two Line Poems
Short on room in your Valentine’s Day card? These two-line rhymed by Joanna Fuchs are perfect for you!
34. Jumping Valentine
I’d jump for joy if you’d agree
To be Valentines, you and me.
35. Bright Valentine
Valentine I’d like to say
Seeing you brightens my day!
36. Stay You
Valentine, always stay
The way you are;
I like you that way!
37. Looking At You
Valentine you’ll always be
Someone I really like to see!
38. Glowing Valentine
Valentine, you seem to glow;
That’s why it’s you I want to know.
39. Cool Valentine
Valentine, you know it’s true;
The one I think is cool is you.
40. Valentine Plea
Valentine, give me a sign;
Let me know that you are mine.
41. Fine Valentine
I like you; I think you’re fine;
Will you be my Valentine?
42. Neat Valentine
Your personality is such a treat;
Being your Valentine would be really neat.
More Valentine’s Poems
43. Valentine, you make me silly;
You make my heart beat willy-nilly;
When I’m with you, the world is hazy;
Valentine, you drive me crazy! Valentine, when we’re apart,
My need for you goes off the chart.
Will you be mine? Can I be thine?
Say you’ll be my Valentine!
-Joana Fuchs
44. Valentines, valentines, red and blue
One for father (hold up thumb)
One for mother (pointer finger)
One for grandma (middle finger)
One for sister (ring finger)
One for brother (little finger)
And here is one for you
(make heart shape with thumbs and pointer fingers)
45. Five little hearts, all in a row.
The first one said, “I love you so!”
The second one said, “Will you be my Valentine?”
The third one said, “I will, if you’ll be mine!”
The fourth one said, “I’ll always be your friend!”
The fifth one said, “I’ll be friends until the very end!”
46. Here is a Valentine.
I made it just for you.
With paper and ribbons
And lots of Elmer’s glue!
I cut it with my scissors
And designed it with my paint.
If I tell you that I love you,
Do you promise not to faint?
47. You’re a special friend of mine,
Friend of mine, friend of mine.
You’re a special friend of mine.
Be my Valentine!
Sung to the tune of Mary Had a Little Lamb
48. Oh, Will, you be my Valentine,
My valentine, my valentine?
Oh, will you be my valentine,
And love me every day?
Oh, yes, I’ll be your valentine,
Your valentine,
Your valentine
Oh, yes, I’ll be your valentine,
And love you every day!
49. Bushel & a Peck by Frank Loesser
I love you a bushel and a peck
A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck
A hug around the neck and a barrel and a heap
A barrel and a heap and I’m talkin’ in my sleep
About you, about you
‘Cause I love you a bushel and a peck
You bet your purdy neck I do
50. Red Hearts, White Hearts by Nellie Edge
Red hearts, White hearts,
Pink hearts, too.
I like Purple hearts.
How about you?
Green hearts, Yellow hearts,
Blue hearts, too.
I like rainbow hearts.
How about you?
Looking for more fun ways to celebrate with your kids in February? Check out these Twosday Activities for creative games, crafts, and learning activities that pair perfectly with Valentine’s Day fun!
And, if you love poems, check out our post about the Day of the Week Poem and how it related to your child’s personality.
Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our readers, and especially your littlest loves!
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