Children's Valentine's Day Books

Updated January 23, 2023
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A Crankenstein valentine
Berger, Samantha.
Paper Book
Even the crankiest monsters have hearts in this monstrously funny Valentine tale from fan favorite author Samantha Berger and bestselling, award-winning illustrator Dan Santat. An ordinary kid becomes Crankenstein on the most lovey-dovey,...
The day it rained hearts
Bond, Felicia.
Paper Book
A creative and sweet story, perfect for Valentine's Day, that helps open the hearts of young readers. From the beloved illustrator of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. One day it rains hearts, and Cornelia Augusta catches them. She realizes that the hearts are perfect for...
Franklin's valentines
Bourgeois, Paulette.
Paper Book
In this Franklin Classic Storybook, it's Valentine's Day and Franklin can't wait to give his friends the cards he has made. But when he gets to school, he discovers that they're missing. Franklin is heartbroken and worried that now his friends won't want to give him any cards. Big hearts prevail and...
Bad Kitty does not like Valentine's Day
Bruel, Nick
Paper Book
New York Times-bestselling author/illustrator Nick Bruel's naughty feline is back in the holiday adventure Bad Kitty Does Not Like Valentine's Day. Kitty does not like Valentine's Day. Because no one has given Kitty a Valentine. Maybe to get a Valentine,...
Mr. Goat's valentine
Bunting, Eve 1928-
Paper Book
After reading in the newspaper that it's Valentine's Day, Mr. Goat sets out in search of very special gifts for his first love. But just what would a goat choose as the perfect gifts to show how he feels? Readers will be in for a surprise at Mr. Goat's nontraditional selections. From acclaimed...
The Valentine bears
Bunting, Eve 1928-
Paper Book
Mr. and Mrs. Bear have never celebrated St. Valentine's Day because they hibernate during the winter.
Katy Duck and the secret valentine
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin 1957-
Paper Book
Katy Duck has a secret admirer in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story for beginning readers. Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm glad to have a friend like you! Guess who? "Tra-la-la. Guess who?" said Katy Duck. "Who could...
Henry and the Valentine surprise
Carlson, Nancy L.
Paper Book
Just before Valentine's Day, Henry and his classmates discover a heart-shaped box on their teacher Mr. McCarthy's desk. Who's it for? As the students spy on Mr. McCarthy, they see him talking to the playground monitor, smiling at the lunch lady, and eating with the French teacher! How many...
Pete the Cat : Valentine's Day is cool
Dean, Kim 1969-
Paper Book
See below for English description. Pat le chat pense que la Saint-Valentin n'est pas cool. Mais il serend vite compte qu'il y a plusieurs chats speciaux dans sa vie! Patse met au travail pour creer des valentins pour tous ses amis, et laSaint-Valentin devient de plus en plus chouette....
Llama Llama, be my valentine!
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
A Penguin Young Reader based on an episode of Llama Llama's animated Netflix television series, perfect for celebrating Valentine's Day! Look out, world--Llama Llama is a TV star! The beloved character, made famous by Anna Dewdney's best-selling picture books, is the star...
Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George!
Di Angelo, N.
Paper Book
George and his friends celebrate Valentine's Day with decorating, baking, card making, and some unexpected hilarity along the way! Just how much mischief can a curious little monkey get into when balloons, frosting, and glitter are involved? Fold-out flaps on each scene reveal lively...
Valentine's Day
Flanagan, Alice K.
Paper Book
All about the history of Valentine's Day, and how the holiday is celebrated today.
Ruby Valentine and the sweet surprise
Friedman, Laurie B. 1964-
Paper Book
For Ruby Valentine, two pets means twice the love! There's a new addition in the Valentine house: a kitten! He's soft and sweet, and Ruby is happy to have him. But not everyone shares Ruby's enthusiasm. Lovebird's feathers are more than a little ruffled. And when...
Happy Valentine's Day, Miss Hildy!
Grambling, Lois G.
Paper Book
Miss Hildy is a detective, sort of - with a cape, a magnifying glass, and a little black book for taking notes.  So when a strange Valentine's Day gift appears on her doorstep, Miss Hildy smells a mystery.  Luckily, her secret admirer is aterriblespeller who leaves a trail of misspelled clues.  
Roses are pink, your feet really stink
De Groat, Diane.
Paper Book
When Gilbert writes two not-so-nice valentines to his classmates, his prank quickly turns into pandemonium. But there's always time for a change of heart on Valentine's Day.
Dora loves Boots
Inches, Alison.
Paper Book
It's Valentine's Day and Dora and Boots can't wait to spend it together.
The biggest valentine ever
Kroll, Steven.
Paper Book
Lorsque madame Sourire demande à la classe de fabriquer des valentins, Jacquot et Damien décident d'unir leurs talents pour en faire un plus gros pour le lui offrir. Mais les choses ne tournent pas aussi rond que prévu : Jacquot a mis trop de paillettes sur la carte et Damien a mis trop de coeurs,...
The secret valentine
London, Jonathan 1947-
Paper Book
Join Duck, Hippo, and their friends as they uncover their secret valentines! It's Valentine's Day, and something curious is going on. As the birds tweet their love songs, Hippo and his friends Elephant, Pig, and Turtle each receive mysterious, unsigned Valentine's Day cards. Hippo...
Happy Valentine's Day, little critter!
Mayer, Mercer 1943-
Paper Book
Join Mercer Mayer's classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, for his class's Valentine's Day celebration! This 8x8 storybook is complete with gatefold flaps for readers to pull back and discover all the fun Valentine's Day surprises. From decorating the classroom with hearts...
Amelia Bedelia's first Valentine
Parish, Herman.
Paper Book
When young Amelia Bedelia gets her very first Valentine's Day card, there are sure to be some laughable--and lovely--results! Herman Parish brings the humor and fun of Amelia Bedelia, whose beginning reader books have sold more than 23 million copies, to a whole new level in this new...
It's Valentine's Day
Prelutsky, Jack.
Paper Book
A collection of Valentine poems including I Made My Dog a Valentine and I Love You More Than Applesauce.
It's Valentine's Day
Prelutsky, Jack.
Paper Book
These fourteen silly, sweet poems by nationally bestselling author Jack Prelutsky are perfect for Valentine's Day. This Level 4 I Can Read title is ideal for readers who are ready for wordplay, exciting themes, and fun vocabulary words! Fourteen easy-to-read poems go straight to the heart-...
Valentine mice!
Roberts, Bethany.
Paper Book
"Skip! Hop! Zip! Nip!" The sprightly characters from "Halloween Mice!" frolic across a wintry landscape to deliver valentines to all their woodland friends. Lively rhymed text filled with sounds that are fun to say aloud, and a simple mystery -- what happened to the littlest mouse? -- that is...
Little Blue Truck's valentine
Schertle, Alice
Paper Book
Spread the love with Little Blue Truck--a perfect Valentine's Day read-aloud in this best-selling series! "Beep!" said Blue. "Happy Valentine's Day!" Join Little Blue Truck as he delivers Valentine's Day cards to all his farm animal friends. But as Blue beeps along, he starts to...
10 Valentine friends : a counting book
Schulman, Janet.
Paper Book
It's Valentine's Day and the 10 little neighbors in this book are busy making Valentines for their closest friends. A dinosaur card, thinks little Pete, My pal Max would find really neat. Will everyone get a Valentine at the big Valentine's Day party? You can...
A Charlie Brown valentine
Schulz, Charles M. (Charles Monroe) 1922-2000
DVD
Love, Splat
Scotton, Rob.
Paper Book
It's Valentine's Day and Splat has a special valentine for a certain someone in his class. Her name is Kitten, and Splat likes her even more than fish sticks and ice cream. But Kitten doesn't seem to like him at all--she always ties his tail and pokes his belly when she sees him. And then there's...
Turkey's Valentine surprise
Silvano, Wendi 1962-
Paper Book
Turkey is delivering his valentines in disguise in this funny addition to the popular series. Turkey loves nothing better than a good trick...except maybe a good disguise. So for Valentine's Day, he decides to secretly deliver a card to each of his friends. But when he dresses up as...
Love, Escargot
Slater, Dashka
Paper Book
Fall in love with this laugh-out-loud third picture book in the bestselling Escargot series about a cute French snail who attends a Valentine's Day party--the perfect gift for Valentine's Day or celebrating love all year round. Bonjour! Today is Snailentine's Day, and...
Valentine's day disaster
Stilton, Geronimo.
Paper Book
Enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.It was Valentine's Day in New Mouse City, and I couldn't wait to celebrate! I had sent valentine...
Happy Valentine's Day, Charlie Brown!
Testa, Maggie
Paper Book
Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they celebrate Valentine's Day in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read! It's Valentine's Day and Charlie Brown is trying to find the courage to give the Little Red-Haired Girl a valentine! With a little encouragement from Lucy,...
Mouse's first valentine
Thompson, Lauren 1962-
Paper Book
Early one morning, Mouse follows his sister around the house. She's making something special. It's red and lacy and very pretty. Snip! Snip! Snip! What will it be?
Here comes Valentine Cat
Underwood, Deborah
Paper Book
The New York Times bestselling Cat is back just in time for Valentine's Day! Full of humor and heart, this picture book is perfect for fans of Bad Kitty, Mo Willems's Elephant and Piggie books, and of course, Cat's other capers, including Here Comes the Easter Cat...
Mouse and Mole, secret valentine
Yee, Wong Herbert
Paper Book
Mole took a piece of pink paper and folded it in half. He drew a curvy line in pencil. "That looks like my tail," giggled Mouse. "Don't be silly!" chuckled Mole. He cut along the line with scissors. Snip, snip,...
What is Valentine's Day?
Ziefert, Harriet.
Paper Book
What is Valentine's Day? Little Mouse asks. This lift-the-flap book introduces children to the love-filled holiday. Follow Little Mouse as she makes and delivers valentines to her friends, family, and the bunny rabbit next door. There's even a surprise at the end for Little Mouse. Full color.

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