Support preschoolers math skills with fun Valentine activities. Count, sort and match heart shapes, using a set of Valentine cards that are so easy to make using our free printable template.
Privacy Policy for information on use of cookies and affiliate links
Holidays and special events add a festive twist to kids games and activities. Valentine’s Day is no exception!
The traditional colors and shapes we recognize for Valentine’s Day activities build interest and excitement in everyday play.
- This Lift-the-Flaps game , made with poster board and construction paper, promotes gross motor movements.
- A Valentine flower craft using paper muffin cups can be used for an art activity.
Related: Valentine Crafts and Activities
Counting and sorting with a Valentine theme supports learning through play, strengthening cognitive and fine motor skills as kids play.
The heart-shaped number cards in this tutorial are easy to make, and provide lots of possibilities for engaging early math skills.
Valentine Math Games
Draw heart shapes freehand for the activities or print the heart shapes template provided.
Make a set of heart shaped cards
Cut 10 heart shapes from white card stock.
Number the cards from 1 to 10.
- To outline the cards with a red border, tape a slightly smaller heart onto the numbered card, then color in the edge with red marker
Draw small heart shapes on the back of each card to correspond with the numeral on the front.
Make a set of mini heart shapes.
Cut small heart shapes from red card stock to match the size of the hearts on the back of the cards.
Seal the set of cards and small heart cutouts with self-adhesive clear protective liner 
Valentine counting games
Game 1. Count and Match
Place the set of Valentine cards in a stack on the table.
Place small red hearts in a pile next to the card stack.
Pick up the first heart and say the number, then turn the card over.
Count the small hearts as they are placed on the outlined space(s) on the back of the card.
Game 2. Find the Missing Card
Line up cards from in order from 1 to 5, leaving one card out of the sequence.
Place the remaining cards on the table.
Kids choose the correct card to insert into the row.
Game 3. All in a Row
Place card stack on the table.
Draw the top card and place on the table.
Draw another card and decide if it goes before or after the first card.
Continue drawing cards and placing them in order.
Game 4. Scavenger Hunt
Hide small hearts around the room.
As hearts are found, arrange them in order on the table from 1 to 10..
Related: Printable Game Board for Math Games
Valentine counting games
Valentine themed games add to the fun of this special holiday!
Preschoolers can play card games with these heart shaped cards to support early math skills.
Make a set of numbered cards accessible for independent exploring of numbers and shapes.
