Valentine’s Day Scattergories (4 Free Boards)
Valentine’s Day Scattergories has been one of those easy games that always gets a laugh in our house.
It takes almost no prep, but the mix of Valentine-themed categories and quick thinking keeps kids engaged, especially when February lessons start to feel a bit slow.
These four boards work well for a wide age range, and they’re a simple way to add something fun to the day, whether you’re playing after school, during a quiet morning at home, or as part of a low-key holiday activity.
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Playing Valentine’s Scattergories
These four Scattergories printables are simple to use and work well for mixed ages.
When Freddie was younger, we’d team up so he could brainstorm ideas without feeling rushed, and now he plays on his own and gets competitive about coming up with answers no one else thinks of.
Print the boards, choose one of the letters (LOVE, GIFT, ROSE, or CARE), and set a timer if your kids enjoy the pressure. We usually skip the timer so everyone has space to think, but either option works.
Valentine’s Day Category Lists
Each board uses the same set of themed categories, so you can replay the game with different letters without it feeling repetitive. The categories include:
- favorite candy,
- something pink,
- a Valentine’s Day gift,
- a romantic movie,
- favorite love song,
- favorite place, and
- something red.
Simple Rules for Scattergories
The goal is to fill in the categories using words that begin with the chosen letter. You earn points for answers no one else has, so unusual or creative options work in your favor.
The printable boards already include a letter at the top, so you don’t need the official game or the 20-sided die.
Print one board per player and compare answers at the end to see who came up with the most unique responses.
More Easy Holiday Games
If you want a few simple add-ons for your February plans, or just another quick activity for a quiet afternoon. These printables work well alongside Scattergories and are easy for mixed ages to use.
Valentine word search – a quick option for quiet work or early finishers.
Valentine scavenger hunt – simple clues that make February lessons feel a bit more fun.
Winter Scattergories – same format, just a seasonal twist.
St Patrick’s Day Scattergories – an easy holiday variation for March.
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Helpful Extras for Game Day
If you like adding a few hands-on elements to game night, these have been the things we reach for most often. They’re not required for the printable, but they make it feel a bit more like the boxed version.
- Cardstock – makes the printable boards feel sturdier if you plan to reuse them.
- Scattergories game – handy if you ever want the full set with the 20-sided letter die.
- Small sand timer – good for kids who enjoy the challenge of timed rounds.
- Fine-tip pens or gel pens – easier for younger kids to write neatly in the category spaces.
Get Your Free Valentine’s Day Scattergories Printable Here!
Feel free to print out as many as you wish, just make sure you have lots of fun. These make great Valentine’s Day middle school activities.
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Last Updated on 8 December 2025 by Clare Brown
