I think Valentine\u2019s Day is such a little February blessing.<\/p>\n
The big holidays are long since over, the glow of the new year is starting to fade, and winter still seems like it has a long time to go, with lots of time cooped up inside.<\/p>\n
And then comes Valentine\u2019s Day, with lots of celebrating, hearts, and happiness. It\u2019s just about the best thing that could happen right smack in the middle of those long winter months.<\/p>\n
My girls love Valentine\u2019s Day and I\u2019ve loved making it a festive occasion in our home the past few years.<\/p>\n
I especially love adding to our Valentine\u2019s Day book collection every year and gifting them each a book that they\u2019ll enjoy reading over and over again, probably snuggled up with some hot chocolate.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking for some fun Valentine\u2019s Day book gifts for your little bookworms, here are some of my favorites.<\/p>\n
RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>New Valentine’s Day Picture Books for Little Loves<\/a><\/p>\n no no 9780593486108 ABCs of Love <\/i> by Patricia Hegarty, illustrated by Summer Macon <\/p>\n Learn your ABCs with this adorable board book about love. This sweet story teaches tiny readers words and actions that symbolize the emotion. The charming illustrations and gentle rhyme make it a must-have for Valentine\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n 9780593623107 Cupig<\/i> by Claire Tattersfield, illustrated by Rob Sayegh Jr. <\/p>\n Kids are going to love this hilarious spin on the classic Cupid myth. An adorable pig named Cupig loves nothing more than spreading love. But when her arrows veer off course, dynamic duos everywhere split up. Peanut Butter pairs up with Anchovies instead of Jelly, and Fork leaves Knife for Whisk. With collage-style artwork, rhyming text, and puns galore, this giggle-worthy picture book will become an annual favorite!<\/p>\n 9780593755105 How to Be Romance with Bluey and Bingo<\/i> by Penguin Young Readers Licenses <\/p>\n Lovable pup siblings Bluey and Bingo are back with a brand new lift-the-flap board book that celebrates the different ways we experience love. From snuggles with family to playing with friends, this sturdy book lets kids discover love on every page! Little readers will also enjoy Love from Bluey<\/a><\/i>.<\/p>\n 9780593204047 Little Owl\u2019s Love<\/i> by Divya Srinivasan, Illustrated by Divya Srinivasan <\/p>\n Little Owl returns to his nighttime forest to discover what he loves most. Soaring under the moonlight, he finds joy in shimmering stars, winking fireflies, cricket songs, and cherished friends. Little Owl\u2019s Love<\/i> is an adorable lyrical ode to nature and friendship, perfect for Valentine’s Day.<\/p>\n 9780593352243 Bigfoot’s Big Heart<\/i> by Sarah Glenn Marsh, illustrated by Ishaa Lobo <\/p>\n Loneliness can feel like a big, hairy monster \u2014 but even Bigfoot needs friends! When the gentle giant loses his valentines for his mythical friends, a group of scouts embark on a global adventure to deliver the heartfelt letters. Don’t miss this sweet tale about unexpected connections.<\/p>\n 9780241570432 I Love You: A Touch-and-Feel Playbook<\/i> by Ladybird, illustrated by Lemon Ribbon Studio <\/p>\n This interactive board book is the perfect Valentine\u2019s Day gift for babies and toddlers. They\u2019ll love the colorful illustrations, peek-through pages, and touch-and-feel elements throughout the story. <\/p>\n 9780525554226 Love Makes a Family<\/i> by Sophie Beer <\/p>\n This inclusive board book celebrates familial love and is perfect for your baby or toddler this Valentine’s Day. Following a number of diverse family structures, it is a celebration of not only what binds a family together, but the many forms a family can take. <\/p>\n 9780593563250 Love Is All Around<\/i> by Nikki Shannon Smith, illustrated by Ronique Ellis <\/p>\n Get ready for warm and fuzzy feelings because this vibrant board book offers plenty. Told through rhyming text and colorful illustrations, a young girl notices how her family expresses devotion to each other throughout the day. Whether they\u2019re sharing a meal or doling out kisses, they do it with love.<\/p>\n 9780593810002 Getting Ready for Valentine’s Day<\/i> by Vera Ahiyya, illustrated by Debby Rahmalia <\/p>\n Get ready for a sweet Valentine’s Day adventure with the newest book from Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher<\/a>! Join Kai and their classmates as they prepare for the holiday by making friendship cards, decorating mailboxes, and sharing treats. But what if they don’t receive any Valentines? Luckily, their wonderful teacher helps the whole class learn the true meaning of friendship and Valentine’s Day. <\/p>\n 9781984847737 That’s Me Loving You<\/i> by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, illustrated by Teagan White <\/p>\n This sweet, reassuring board book perfectly captures the power of a parent\u2019s love. With soothing rhymes and illustrations of children independently going about their days, the story reminds little readers that no matter where they go, they can find their parents\u2019 love near them: \u201cThat feeling you always have in your heart? \/ That\u2019s me loving you.\u201d<\/p>\n 9780451469816 Llama Llama I Love You<\/i> by Anna Dewdney <\/p>\n The full-length Llama Llama<\/em> books<\/a> can be a little long for the two and under set, so the board book versions are the perfect introduction to this bestselling series. In this one, Llama Llama celebrates wholeheartedly with lots of cards and hugs for the people, er, animals he loves best. <\/p>\n 9780593520963 Together: A First Conversation About Love<\/i> by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli, illustrated by Anne\/Andy Passchier <\/p>\n Children notice all types of love \u2014 and have plenty of questions about them. These questions offer a wonderful opportunity to talk to your children about love, relationships, and what they might look like. With simple text and colorful art, this book helps parents have those essential conversations with their children.<\/p>\n 9781680105223 I Love You to the Moon and Back<\/i> by Amelia Hepworth, illustrated by Tim Warnes <\/p>\n Learn how bears show their love in this sweet board book. This gentle, rhyming book follows a bear and cub throughout their day as they splash in the water, climb mountains, and more. <\/p>\n 9780448489322 Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar<\/i> by Eric Carle <\/p>\n For any child who has spent the first years of their life obsessed with that caterpillar, this book is perfect for Valentine\u2019s Day, with all the collage images and colors that have made Eric Carle so famous. Bonus idea: Pack it with some tissue paper and let your child make their own Valentine\u2019s Day collages. <\/p>\n 9780593192641 A Cup of Love <\/i> by Michael Todd, illustrated by Joel Santana <\/p>\n #1 New York Times<\/i> bestselling author and lead pastor, Michael Todd, makes his picture book debut with this story about God\u2019s love. A little girl feels left out when her parents go on a date, so her father uses overflowing cups to demonstrate how love pours from one person to another. It offers an essential lesson for children about cultivating relationships and taking time for individual members of your family.<\/p>\n 9781536241297 Ten-Word Tiny Tales of Love<\/i> by Joseph Coelho, illustrated by Various <\/p>\n Can you tell a love story in just 10 words? \ud83d\ude0d This extraordinary picture book collection by former UK Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho proves it’s possible! Twenty talented illustrators bring Coelho’s bite-sized tales of love, nature, and cherished moments to life with stunning visuals. From sibling bonds to healing connections with pets and the natural world, these tiny tales spark the imagination.<\/p>\n 9780593352212 The Mystery of the Love List<\/i> by Sarah Glenn Marsh, illustrated by Ishaa Lobo <\/p>\n The only thing better than a mystery story is one with a secret admirer involved. When Pippa finds an anonymous \u201clove list\u201d with her name on it, she wants to befriend the list\u2019s owner. But she has to find out who wrote it first. Using her budding detective skills, she collects the clues, cracks the case, and makes a new friend.<\/p>\n 9780593203316 The House of Love <\/i> by Adriana Trigiani, illustrated by Amy June Bates <\/p>\n This sweet picture book will make you want to go all-out for Valentine\u2019s Day. Set in the Blue Ridge mountains, this story is about a young girl and her mom who spend the day decorating, baking, and creating a Valentine\u2019s Day celebration for their family. It\u2019s the perfect way to get yourself and your kiddos into the spirit of the holiday.<\/p>\n 9781536223514 Together with You<\/i> by Patricia Toht, illustrated by Jarvis <\/p>\n This sweet book celebrates the unique bond between a child and their grandparents. In this story, readers follow a grandmother and her grandchild through the four seasons as they spend time together playing, laughing, snuggling, and eating. This highly giftable book makes an excellent read-aloud that grandparents and grandchildren will adore.<\/p>\n 9781645471110 Share Your Love<\/i> by Susan B. Katz, illustrated by Jennie Poh <\/p>\n When you want to teach your child about sharing love and kindness with others, pick up this heartwarming book. Rhyming text and gorgeous illustrations lead young readers through several positive thoughts they can send to themselves, friends, and family. Whether you want to use them as prayers, manifestations, or good vibes, they offer positive and hopeful wishes for kids to send into the world.<\/p>\n 9780593387177 Valentine’s Day, Here I Come!<\/i> by D.J. Steinberg, illustrated by Laurie Stansfield <\/p>\n Everyone knows that poetry goes with Valentine\u2019s Day, and young romantics will adore this charming collection of poems about the holiday. Follow a group of kids as they make cards, eat candy, and celebrate the special day. If you like this book, check out the rest of the Here I Come!<\/i> series<\/a>. <\/p>\n 9781524740917 Love<\/i> by Matt de la Pe\u00f1a, illustrated by Loren Long <\/p>\n A favorite for baby showers and family libraries, award-winning author Matt de la Pe\u00f1a\u2019s Love<\/i> \u2014 illustrated by the celebrated Loren Long \u2014 is a poetic and heartfelt ode to the power of love and the way it shows up in moments big and small, on good days and bad, ultimately connecting us all. <\/p>\n 9780735227934 My Heart<\/i> by Corinna Luyken <\/p>\n This gorgeous picture book is all about hearts \u2013 open hearts, closed hearts, broken hearts, and more. Written as a poem about the many emotions a heart can feel, Luyken’s message is one of compassion, caring, and self-love. An absolutely lovely book for all ages, even adults.<\/p>\n 9781524792688 Love from the Crayons<\/i> by Drew Daywalt, illustrated by Oliver Jeffers <\/p>\n First, the Crayons quit<\/a>, and then they fled home<\/a>. Now, the Crayons are feeling sweetly sentimental (and wouldn\u2019t you, after all that hubbub?). In Love from the Crayons<\/i>, everyone\u2019s favorite colors are waxing poetic on loving colorfully \u2014 and even outside the lines. <\/p>\n 9780593527108 The Color of Love<\/i> by Poppy Harlow and Laura Jarrett, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri <\/p>\n What do you think love looks like? Is it the bright blue of a favorite pair of shoes? Or the sunny yellow of daffodils blooming in spring? A young girl named Grace grapples with this very question. As her classmates share their ideas, Grace learns that love takes on many beautiful forms.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2017 and updated in 2025.<\/i><\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you\u2019re looking for some fun Valentine\u2019s Day book gifts for your little bookworms that they\u2019ll enjoy reading over and over again, these are just what you need! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":112488,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[52,59,105,168],"coauthors":[25],"class_list":["post-8162","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-board-books","tag-picture-books","tag-valentines-day","tag-book-gifts","ages_stages-baby-toddler","ages_stages-pre-k","ages_stages-growing-reader"],"yoast_head":"\nYou might also like:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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