Whether he’s rough and tumble, sweet and sensitive, or a combination of all four, these Valentine’s Day gifts for boys will bring a smile!
What is it about Valentine’s Day that makes finding gifts a little tricky? We have no problem with Christmas or birthdays. It’s so easy to snag presents (sometimes a little too easy!), but Valentine’s Day, especially for kids, is a bit of a challenge. We literally just finished the holidays, and it can be a struggle to find the motivation to do the heavy lifting when it comes to Cupid’s Birthday. Oh, and we’d also definitely like to skip too much candy. Feeling stuck looking for Valentine’s Day gifts for boys? We’ve got you!
We’ve taken care of the search for Valentine’s Day gifts for boys (and although they’re categorized as “boys”, any kiddo would love these!). There’s something for every little one on your list and for every budget. From toys to games to clothes and more, we’ve found some of the best V-Day goodies out there! So dig into your hidden stash of candy hearts and read on for the best ideas for your kids this Valentine’s Day.
KiwiCo Stereo Headphones Kit
Engineers of all ages will feel like rockstars while they build this pair of super cool headphones from KiwiCo!
Breakable Chocolate Heart
Two things kids love: breaking things and candy. This hollow Belgian chocolate heart from 1-800 Flowers is delivered with a wooden mallet and filled with the best Valentine's Day treats!
Slumberkins Bigfoot Kin & Board Book Set
Slumberkins is a collection of new animal friends created by a therapist to help kids learn how to navigate their emotions. We love the uplifting and positive messages each Kin brings, and Bigfoot is here to promote self-esteem!
Little Passports Valentine's Day Craft Bundle
Give your little one the gift of creativity with this set from Little Passports! They'll be able to create spinning bracelets and colorful suncatchers for up to 40 of their favorite Valentines!
Little Passports Valentine's Day Craft Bundle ($39.95)—Buy Now
monica + andy Special Delivery Embroidered Sweatshirt
For the kiddo who wears his heart on his sleeve—er, chest?—this cozy 100% organic cotton crewneck from monica + andy is perfect! Be sure to check out the monica + andy Valentine's Day Shop for matching goodies, too!
monica + andy Special Delivery Embroidered Sweatshirt ($34.00)—Buy Now
Connetix Rainbow Transport Pack 50 Piece
Connetix Rainbow Transport Pack gives your kiddo so many options for vehicle builds, allowing them to learn and play at the same time!
OLLY Kids Multi Gummy Worms
Sure, there's a ton of Valentine's Day candy floating around, but these Multi Gummy Worms from OLLY are fun and good for them. Add a bottle to their V-Day sweets stash and we bet they'll be just excited to get permission to have a daily Gummy Worm!
Gap x Frank Ape Teen Graphic T-Shirt
Artist Brandon Sines of New York designs that champion positivity, equality, and creativity, so this is the perfect tee for the season!
Rockets of Awesome Black Bomber Jacket
This bomber is the jacket they won't want to take off!
G-Shock BG169R-4E Watch
Casio's G-Shock is ultra-fun, ultra-durable, and, since comfort is a must for G-Shock, fits kids and tweens!
Bakery Bling Puppy Love Designer Cookie Kit
An adorable project complete with everything you need to make these darling puppy dog cookies!
Bakery Bling Puppy Love Designer Cookie Kit ($17.99)—Buy Now
Diamond Art Club Masked Vigilante
Diamond Art is like a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers—you simply apply colorful resin rhinestones to richly-pigmented canvas paintings. The result? Sparkly mosaic art that's super fun and ultra-soothing. Trust us. There are a ton of images to pick from, too!
Babiators Blue Light Blocker Glasses
We're thrilled that blue light blocker sunglasses are trending with the younger kids, especially since they not only look cool; they also protect their developing eyes from damage caused by screens! This pair from Babiators is so much fun and one of our top picks!
The Sunday Collective Gingerbread Stripe Hoodie & Indigo Sweatpants
The Sunday Collective is one of our fave gender-neutral brands that’s ethically-made and sustainability-friendly. Their pieces are super easy to mix and match, so he's going to rock this awesome hoodie and cozy sweatpants together and separately!
The Sunday Collective Gingerbread Stripe Hoodie ($78.00)—Buy Now
Peanuts Valentine's Day Plates
Serve up a fun Valentine's Day breakfast on these melamine plates featuring our favorite Peanuts characters!
Two Sisters Spa Bubble Bath Bombs Superhero Set
With over 8K reviews giving these a 4.8 star rating, you can bet that the fruity scents and vegan, cruelty-free formulas of these bubble bath bombs are legit! Plus, each one dissolves away to reveal a sudsy superhero surprise.
Two Sisters Spa Bubble Bath Bombs Superhero Set ($29.99)—Buy Now
Hanna Andersson Fries For You Graphic Tee
Hanna Andersson gives us all our favorite pajamas, but their whole line is full of ultra-cool kiddo swag! Who doesn't love snacks? Fries are our true love, too.
FAO Schwarz Plush Pug with Heart Boppers
Meet your kiddo's newest plush pal, complete with fun heart boppers!
Rylee + Cru Surfin' Safari T-Shirt
They'll never want to take off this ultra-soft jersey tee in classic Rylee + Cru style that looks great with board shorts or jeans and a hoodie!
Compartés Cereal Bowl Chocolate Bar
Handmade in LA, Compartés chocolate is gourmet while still being super fun! This Cereal Bowl Chocolate Bar is a kiddo's dream!
The Ultimate Valentine's Joke Book For Kids
The Ultimate Valentine's Joke Book For Kids includes jokes, knock-knock jokes, funny illustrations, and a try not to laugh challenge for the whole family!
Baker Buddy 35-Piece Kids Baking Set
This is the ultimate baking set for your youngest chef, complete with apron, and real kid-friendly tools!
Big Blanket Co Original Stretch 10'x10' Blanket
This viral blanket is a gift for the whole crew! Unbelievably soft, stretchy, breathable, and fun, Big Blanket Co's Original Stretch Blanket is the biggest out there at 10'x10'(!!!) and is perfect for movie night, forts, slumber parties, and major cuddling.
Big Blanket Co Original Stretch 10'x10' Blanket ($169.00)—Buy Now
Melissa & Doug Decorate-Your-Own Wooden Craft Kits Set
This monster truck and race car set is ready for your kiddo's personal touch using the included paints and stickers!
Melissa & Doug Decorate-Your-Own Wooden Craft Kits Set ($12.00)—Buy Now
The Don't Laugh Challenge Valentine's Day Edition
A book full of don't laugh challenges that also helps your kids learn new jokes, grow confidence, and developing new skills!
The Don't Laugh Challenge Valentine's Day Edition ($7.99)—Buy Now
Blowfish Malibu Kids Vepper Sneaker
Your kids need new shoes. We know they do. Kids always need new shoes. And these are fun enough to be a gift!
SHASHIBO Shape Shifting Box Fidget Cube
This award-winning fidget cube contains 36 rare earth magnets that transforms it into over 70 shapes!
Imagine Meditation Kit For Kids
It's never too early to teach mindfulness, and this kit teaches them in a fun and engaging way that keeps them focused!
LOVE From the Very Hungry Caterpillar Magna-Tiles
Bring The Very Hungry Caterpillar to life with this limited-edition magna-tile set!
LOVE From the Very Hungry Caterpillar Magna-Tiles ($44.99)—Buy Now
Light-Up Dinosaur Cars
These rawr-some cars light up, make sounds, and even change direction when they run into something! Available in sets of 1-4 cars.
Kizik Kid's Anaheim Sneakers
We can't get enough of Kizik sneakers! They're entirely slip-on, so even the littlest littles can put them on and take them off (yes, really!). They also come in a ton of awesome colors. Oh, did we mention how incredibly comfortable, supportive, and lighter-than-air they are?
Space Train Set
We're loving this spin on the classic train set, especially with its included mini star projector!
Wacom Intuos Small Graphics Drawing Tablet
This drawing tablet not only allows kiddos to unleash their creativity, but can be registered for interactive educational apps! This is a gift the whole family can enjoy.
Bumpas Weighted Plush Toy
Give the gift of a hug with Bumpas! These weighted plush pals help to soothe anxiety and stress, ease tension, help with sleep, add a feeling of protection, and are also adorable (courtesy of the mind behind the hit Uglydolls). Each Bumpas has a personality and backstory, so you'll be able to snag the perfect one for your kiddo.
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