Message in a Puzzle

What you need:

• construction paper (preferably pink or red) 
• crayons and/or markers 
• posterboard or cardboard 
• glue 
• scissors 
• envelope 

What to do:

1. Cut a heart shape out of construction paper. 
2. Decorate and write a Valentine's message on the heart. 
3. Glue the heart onto posterboard or cardboard and cut out the shape. 
4. Cut the heart into puzzle pieces — just a few, if you want to make it easy for your Valentine; or lots for a bigger challenge. 
5. Place the pieces in an envelope to share with a friend or relative. 

 Learning Benefits:

• writing 
• creativity