These unique Valentine's Day card boxes are perfect for the classroom.
In elementary school, teachers are always sending home sheets of paper. As parents go through their child's backpack, they might find graded papers, information on field trips, a note about the student's behavior (please let it be good), and upcoming programs or projects. One really never knows what they might find in a backpack.
That is, until mid-January rolls around. Chances are good you'll have a note about designing a Valentine's Day card box for your student to use in the classroom. Thankfully, we have 40 cool Valentine box ideas to inspire you!
Come February 14, boys and girls will bring in individual cards and goodie bags (these have become rather elaborate) to share with their classmates. For some parents, this is an exciting time, and they start combing through Pinterest, making a decorating plan for this year's unique box. Other parents react with less enthusiasm, putting the project off until the last minute. And others don't have the time or inclination to get in touch with their creative sides by decorating—so more and more parents are turning to online sites like Etsy or Amazon to purchase a cool Valentine's Day card box.
Whichever category you fit in (and for all of those in between), let these 40 creative Valentine Box ideas for school serve as a reminder—February 14 is fast approaching, and you'll likely get an email or sheet of paper coming home very soon. What will your boy or girl's Valentine's Day box look like this year?
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40 Unique Valentine Box Ideas
1. Unicorn box
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This box, sprinkled with whimsy and magic, is sure to be a favorite among the girl classmates.
2. Hot Air Balloon
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This idea will have your child on cloud 9.
3. Express Train Car
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This mother-son project definitely feels like it's on the right track.
4. Dog Scrapbook Page
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A Cricut would come in handy with this one, but a super fun project with your older elementary student.
5. Child's Vanity
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This one is amazing, and note the drawers, shelving and tiny little box, highlighting Tiffany Blue.
6. The Tank
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As the dad described it, "a tactical valentine holding device." Check.
7. Stitch (of Lilo and Stitch fame)
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This animated Disney character really comes to life with this too-cute box.
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8. Baby Yoda
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It's fun when the teachers join in too, plus Baby Yoda—aww.
9. Mario
As @robinwray shows, all it takes is a figurine on top of a decorated box, and you've got a completed crafty project.
10. Whale
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There's plenty of room for lots of cards in the belly of a whale.
11. Vending Machine
Loving this very creative idea from @fabricatingfringe! Leaves me feeling a little hungry, though.
12. Camper
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The vintage look on this Valentine camper box is adorable and authentic-looking.
13. Alligator
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Don't stand too close!
14. Cupcake
Julie Burton's creative Valentine box looks delicious (especially topped with funfetti!).
15. Dog
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Fuzzy and furry, and shows great commitment.
16. School Bus
What a great idea to give a nod to the buses that work hard to get our kids to school. Thanks for the inspo, Kids Activities Blog!
17. Lady Bug
The felt ladybug at the top really makes this box from PreK Printable Fun pop.
18. Mailbox
You've got mail, from every one of your classmates! We love this idea from Sew Simple Home.
19. Teacher Friendly
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This box would bring a smile to every student's face as they put their card in the slot.
20. Bucket
The best part about this "box" from Seven Clown Circus is that you can reuse it once the party is over.
21. Rainbow
It's like your own personal pot of gold (sort of); this rainbow comes packaged and ready to go.
22. Robot
The movable parts and bright colors make this robot super cute.
23. Dinosaur
Easy to assemble, and especially doable with younger children.
24. Starbucks Coffee
A shout-out to coffee? 10/10 teachers recommend.
25. Monster Boxes
There's little doubt what this cute monster box expects a kid to do.
26. Basketball Court
Two points, and a victory, for this well-done Valentine box.
27. Football Field
Obviously, a box like this would be a TOUCHDOWN.
28. Lego
What child wouldn't like a Lego Valentine box.
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29. Clifford
It's the big red dog for the infamous big red holiday!
30. Llama
This was made using basic items, like a tissue box and cotton balls.
31. Horse
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Check out all the details on this box—perfect for the girls who are obsessed with horses.
32. Taco
Nacho average Valentine Box. How many cards would this hold?
33. Birdhouse
It's like that song in Mary Poppins: "Feed the Birds."
34. Bee
This "Bee Mine" box is Bee-youtiful.
35. Owl
Whooo wouldn't like a box like this?
36. Purse
You might have to look twice; is it a purse or a Valentine box?
37. Penguin
An antarctic animal box fits with February weather in most places—brrr!
38. Giraffe
This box makes good use of everyday household items, and wonky-shaped polka dots.
39. P**P Emoji
This one will get your student a lot of laughs, and it's true, sometimes "love stinks."
40. Ice Cream Truck
This one gets bonus points for being extra creative. It's sweet!
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