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​Help your toddler say -- "I Love You!"

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader!

Doesn't it just warm your heart when your kid runs up to you and wraps his arms around your leg? It's been such a long time since I've had this happen (granted... my 12 year old is less than likely to do this now).

But doesn't this just beam “I love you!”?!

Some of my favorite memories of my children are those little “love-y, dove-y” moments that you take for granted at the time (and might find a teensy bit a nuisance).

This Valentine's Day, we can help your kid say, “I love you,” in one of two simple yet heartfelt ways with these easy hands-on crafts.

Simple Valentine's Day Cards

There's just something about Valentine's Day that elicits a card. Whether it's a card for your spouse, child, or a best friend, its nice to share a special card with those we love...and our kids feel the same way!

You can help them show their love with a Super Simple Valentine’s Day Card Any Kid Can Make. These cards are designed to make even the least artsy kid feel a sense of creativity as they simply design on a full sheet of paper, which you can cut into a card later.

Cookie Cutter Painting

Another way to show Valentine creativity is to have your child create a simple cookie cutter painting using heart-shaped cookie cutters!

This Valentine's Day, enjoy every one of those little “love-y, dove-y” moments as you get hands-on with your child.

~ Jamie
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Hands On As We Grow

Engaging our kids with simple, fun activities, every day.

Hands On As We Grow has activities, crafts and art projects for kids up to school age, and even into their beginning years of school. You’ll find fun things to do with them, crafty ideas, and easy ways to make learning fun.

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