Valentine’s Day Heart Cards (Free Printable)

A Valentine’s Day heart card has always been one of those quick projects that feels a bit more special than a flat printable, especially when kids get to color it, fold it, and turn it into a little surprise.

My son used to love anything that hid a picture inside, and these heart cards became an easy February go-to when we wanted something creative without a lot of prep.

This printable works well for home or classroom use, giving kids a simple template to decorate, write a short message on, and fold into a heart that opens to reveal a hidden coloring page.

It’s straightforward, fun to personalize, and an easy way to make Valentine’s Day feel a little more thoughtful.

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Making the Valentine’s Heart Cards

These printable pages include a foldable heart template with room for a short message on the front and a hidden picture inside.

Kids color, write, cut, and fold the card so it opens like a little surprise, simple enough for younger learners, but fun for older ones who like to personalize things.

Print the template

You can print the pages on regular paper or cardstock. Cardstock holds its shape better, especially if your kids like adding stickers or little decorations to their cards.

Add a message to the front

Have kids write their Valentine’s message before cutting or folding. Short notes work well, anything from a classic “Happy Valentine’s Day” to a quick line for a friend or classmate.

Color the hidden picture

The picture sits inside the heart once it’s folded, so kids get to decorate a little “secret” design. Crayons, markers, or colored pencils all work fine depending on how bold they want the colors.

Cut and fold the heart

Cut along the outline and follow the fold lines so the heart shape sits on top and the colored picture is tucked inside. Younger kids may need a bit of help getting smooth edges.

Close it and share

A paper clip is the easiest way to keep the heart closed, but ribbon, washi tape, or a small sticker also work and make the card feel more polished. Once it’s secured, it’s ready to give to friends, family, or classmates.

Ways to Share the Heart Cards

These foldable heart printable cards tend to feel a bit more special because you don’t see the artwork until the card opens.

When my son was younger, he liked hiding them in places we’d find later, inside a favorite book or propped against the computer, so the reveal felt more intentional.

The fold protects the coloring page inside, so the card holds up well if kids want to tuck it into a backpack or give it to a classmate.

If you prefer a neater finish, a small sticker or a strip of washi tape keeps the heart closed without tearing the paper.

Teachers sometimes use these as a simple February activity because the coloring page inside gives students something to work on while they wait. They’re easy to prep in bulk and still feel like individual cards once folded.

More Valentine’s Activities

If you’re working on a few Valentine’s projects this month, these printables pair well with the heart cards and work across a range of ages.

A Valentine’s directed drawing page gives kids a quiet, step-by-step activity with simple heart and character designs to sketch. It’s an easy add-on when you want something creative that doesn’t need much setup.

The Valentine scavenger hunt is a fun option if you want to bring a bit of movement into the day. The printable clues are simple to place around the house, and the final surprise can be as small or as elaborate as you like.

For younger learners, the Valentine matching game offers a short, focused activity with familiar holiday icons. It works well as a quick independent task or as part of a small-group rotation.

If you prefer something more open-ended, the Valentine’s color by number pages make a good quiet-time choice. Kids can work through them at their own pace while still staying in the holiday theme.

And if you’re looking for a keepsake, the Valentine handprint templates are an easy way to create a small piece of art to save or gift. They fit well into a short craft session at home or in early elementary classrooms.

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Last Updated on 8 December 2025 by Clare Brown