Trying to keep our toddlers engaged and entertained all while trying to grow their little minds is a big task! Over here at Sequins + Lipstick, we love to make learning fun, through play. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I thought it would be fun to share 5 activities that have been tried and tested by the toughest of crowds, my toddler. The best part, these activities as all less than $20!

NO. ONE: Custom Activity Placemats

Our customizable placemats are the perfect way to make meal time fun! Grab a box of crayons and let them color while eating. I promise it will be fun for the whole family. Then snap a picture of what they’re loving and make it a yearly tradition. It will be so sweet to see them grow over the years!

PRO TIP: If you want to make their Valentine’s Day extra special, whip up some heart shaped waffles with this cute mini waffle maker and have it ready with their custom placemat on Valentine’s Day morning. Or better yet, do breakfast for dinner!

No. TWO: Make Valentine’s Day Cards

Grab a few of our Valentin'e’s Day cards and let your little one decorate it! Let them be silly and creative. You can put these in your neighbor’s mailboxes, give one to their teachers or teach them how to send them off in the mail to grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARDS

No. THREE: Bake a Valentine’s Day Treat!

Baking in the kitchen with your littles one is a great way to teach them about science! In case you need a little inspiration I, head over to my Toddler Recipe Pinterest Board to see all my favorite holiday recipes!

VALENTINE’S DAY BAKING ESSENTIALS

No. FOUR: Valentine’s Day Craft

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This fun, sewing craft is great for your little one’s fin motor skills! One they have completed their design, hang them from the ceiling with fishing line for a magical heart experience!

No. FIVE: Gel Clings

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If you need a few moments of peace as a parent, these gel clings are going to be your BFF. Trust me when I say they a the most inexpensive babysitter I’ve even encountered. Let you kids go to town with them on a window and see what create fun they can come up with!