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
When it rains hearts, Cornelia Augusta discovers that each heart--like each of her friends--is unique. Hearts in hand, she makes special Valentines for all of her friends. New York Times #1 bestselling illustrator Felicia Bond's charming picture book is the perfect Valentine's Day treat.<...
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...
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
Pete the Cat thinks Valentine's Day isn't cool . . . that is, until he realizes how many special cats there are in his life! Join Pete the Cat on this awesome Valentine's Day adventure, complete with Valentine's Day cards, stickers, and a fold-out poster!
Llama Llama, be my valentine!
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
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 of his own original series, now airing on Netflix. This episode-based Penguin Young Reader tells the story of Llama and his classmates learning to say "I love you!"...
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...
Roses are pink, your feet really stink
De Groat, Diane.
Paper Book
Gilbert has 15 blank Valentine cards just waiting for him to fill with nice Valentine poems for his classmates. But how can he write a nice poem for the boy who tweaked his nose or the girl who made fun of his glasses?
A valentine for Frankenstein
Kimmelman, Leslie
Paper Book
Frankenstein isn't your typical monster. For starters, he only has one head, just two eyes, and no tail. And worst of all, he's sort of nice! Frankenstein quickly realizes his friendly behavior is out of place at the Valentine's Day Bash. There's one monster, though,...
Grumpy monkey Valentine gross-out
Lang, Suzanne
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . The beloved character Jim Panzee is very grumpy about Valentine's Day until his buddy Norman shows him that the holiday is for everyone. Two pages of full-color stickers are included for extra fun! This holiday hardcover book is brimming with...
Mirabel's missing valentines
Lawler, Janet
Paper Book
When Mirabel's valentines fall out of her bag on the way to school, the shy little mouse panics. But those lost cards brighten some days . . . before making their way back to her. "This sweetly inspiring story of a timid mouse stepping outside her comfort...
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
Amelia Bedelia is sure she will love everything about Valentine's Day. The sweet surprises Cards to give and receive A party at school A big, long family hug Amelia Bedelia can't wait. What could be better
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-...
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-...
The secret life of squirrels : a love story
Rose, Nancy (Nancy Patricia) 1954-
Paper Book
Love is in the air with another irresistible photographic story of wild squirrels in homemade miniature settings, delighting readers and animal lovers of all ages. A companion to The Secret Life of Squirrels and Merry Christmas, Squirrels! sure to surprise and...
If you'll be my Valentine
Rylant, Cynthia.
Paper Book
What kind of valentine would you send to a puppy or a kitten or your mother or big brother? Enjoy and be inspired by a young boy's special way of making cards that no loved one can resist! With friendly, buoyant rhymes and cheery pictures, Cynthia Rylant and Fumi Kosaka have created...
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...
Celebrate Love Day!
Schwartz, Alexandra Cassel
Paper Book
A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! Daniel Tiger celebrates Love Day by making cards for the people he loves. This 8x8 storybook comes with eight cardstock love notes that...
Love, Splat
Scotton, Rob.
Paper Book
From bestselling author Rob Scotton 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. And then there's Splat's rival, Spike...
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...
Tiny T. Rex and the perfect valentine
Stutzman, Jonathan
Paper Book
Lovable bestselling Tiny T. Rex is back from the critically acclaimed Tiny T. Rex and The Impossible Hug, this time in a Valentine's Day dinosaur board book adventure! Valentine's Day is coming, which means showing the ones you love how much they mean to you,...
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,...
The night before Valentine's Day
Wing, Natasha
Paper Book
It's the sweetest holiday of the year! Celebrate love and Valentine's Day with card-making, tasty treats, and more in this installment of Natasha Wing's best-selling series. Join in on all of the colorful fun, and then come along to school the next morning for a day of parties...
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,...

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