Updated August 3, 2022
Are you looking for February toddler activities?
Today we are sharing 50 of our favorite February toddler activities.
February can be a tough month for parents.
The weather is usually cold and dreary, making it hard to get outside, and the days are short, making it hard to find time to do anything fun.
But don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with 50 fun February toddler activities that will keep your little ones busy and active!
We live in New England. February it’s always a brutally cold month.
Usually, we are buried in snow.
That’s a double edge sword when coming up with activities to keep active and curious toddlers busy.
We try to get them outside every day, but some days it’s just too cold.
So we’ve had to come up with a mix of both indoor and outdoor activities for February.
There are so many great themes and activities for February.
Valentine’s Day it’s a fun holiday to celebrate with your toddler
February is also national wild bird feeding month.
Most of these activities use common items found around your home or easily purchased from the dollar store.
50 Genius February Toddler Activities
1. Try snow painting :
This is a fun winter activity that both toddlers and parents will enjoy.
All you need is some snow, paint, and brushes!
2. Go sledding.
Sledding is a great way to get outside and burn off some energy.
You don’t need snow for this activity; just grab a sled from the garage or attic, find an open hill, and you’re ready to go!
If it’s too cold where you live, try taking your kids to an indoor ice skating rink instead.
3. Frozen sun catcher bird feeders.
This is a great way to get outside and enjoy the winter weather while also helping out our feathered friends who are still around during this cold season!
4. Valentine’s Day sensory bin.
This sensory bin is perfect for toddlers who love playing with rice, beans, or other small items.
Just put them in a container and add some Valentine’s Day-themed decorations like hearts and flowers!
5. Do winter string painting
String painting is a fun and easy way for kids to create their own art.
6. Heart shaving cream marble painting
This activity is great for toddlers because it allows them to explore their senses.
It’s also a good way to teach your child about how water and oil don’t mix (and why).
7. Valentine’s Day collage.
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to cut and glue things together.
8. Take a nature walk and look for animal tracks in the snow.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love learning about animals.
You can also make a game out of it by seeing if they can guess which animal left the track!
9. Celebrate National Pizza day and make homemade pizza.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to cook or be in the kitchen with you as you’re preparing food!
10. Valentine’s Day red rice sensory bin.
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to explore their senses.
11. Valentine’s Playdough Invitation to play
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to play with dough. You can add in some Valentine’s Day-themed objects like hearts, stickers, or small toys to make it more fun!
12. Valentine’s Day Cupcake Recipes
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to bake or eat cupcakes.
13. Make Valentine’s Day cards for your friends and family members.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to create things with their hands. You can even help them make the cards!
14. Valentine’s Day Bubble Wrap Stamping
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to stamp things (like bubble wrap or cardstock).
15. Visit a nearby museum or aquarium.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love learning about new things.
16. Valentine’s Day treats on a stick recipes
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to eat or cook.
17. Brown bear, Brown bear Activity
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to read books or do crafts.
18. Make homemade slime.
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to make things with their hands.
19. Do a puzzle together.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to work together on something. You can find puzzles of all different levels of difficulty.
20. Take a trip to the library.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to read or explore new things. You can also check out books about Valentine’s Day.
21. Paint your toenails and fingernails.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to paint or use their hands.
22. Plant seeds for a spring garden.
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love to garden or get their hands dirty.
You can also talk to them about the process of growing plants from seeds.
23. Do an obstacle course in the living room, backyard, or park.
You can use things like hula hoops, jump ropes, cones, or chairs for this activity and see how quickly your child can finish it without falling down!
24. Visit a petting zoo.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love animals. You can also learn about the different types of animals at the zoo.
25. Teach your toddler to ski or snowboard.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love winter sports or being outside in cold weather conditions.
You can also teach your child how to ski and snowboard at home with just some cardboard boxes.
26. Start learning a new language together.
This is a great activity for toddlers who want to learn something new.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach your child how important it is not only to speak another language but understand and respect other cultures too.
27. Celebrate International Polar Bear Day!
This is a great activity for toddlers who love animals or learning about them.
28. Go on a hike in the woods.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love being outside and spending time in nature.
You can also talk to your child about the different types of trees they see while hiking through the woods together as well!
29. Color in coloring books.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to color or use their hands.
You can find coloring books with different themes, like Valentine’s Day, at your local bookstore or online.
30. Watch a movie.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love watching television or movies.
You can find all kinds of different genres and ratings on Netflix, Hulu Plus, or amazon prime.
31. Make homemade snow ice cream.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to cook or use their hands.
You can also talk about the process of making ice cream from scratch by hand instead of buying it at the store!
32. Take a walk around your neighborhood.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to explore their surroundings.
You can also talk to them about the different houses and people they see while walking around.
33. Make paper snowflakes together.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to make things with their hands or use scissors.
You can also talk about the process of making snowflakes by hand instead of buying them at the store!
34. Have a tea party.
You can use real tea and cookies, or just pretend with stuffed animals as guests of honor.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to pretend or have tea parties.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach your child about manners and proper etiquette for hosting guests.
35. Go swimming at an indoor pool (or outdoor, if it’s not too cold).
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to swim or be outside.
You can also talk about the different types of pools and swimming lessons available at your local YMCA or community center!
36. Watch the stars and make a constellation chart.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to learn about space.
You can also talk about the different planets and constellations they see while stargazing together as well!
37. Start learning about science or history together.
This is a great activity for toddlers who want to learn something new.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach your child about the different scientific fields or historical events.
38. Attend a toddler music class.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to sing or dance.
You can also find toddler music classes at your local community center or YMCA.
40. Try out a toddler dance lesson.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to dance or move around.
You can also talk about the different types of lessons available at your local community center or YMCA.
41. Make homemade masks out of construction paper, feathers, and other craft supplies.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to be creative.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach them about different cultures and their traditional masks.
42. Make peanut butter and birdseed birdfeeders for the local birds.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love animals or being outside.
You can also talk to your child about the different types of birds they see while feeding them together as well!
43. Go to the park and play on playground equipment or swing sets.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love being outside and spending time in nature.
You can also talk to your child about the different types of parks available at your local community center or YMCA.
44. Have a snowball fight.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to be active and have fun.
You can also make a snowman together or play in the snowbank!
45. Visit Disneyworld or Disneyland.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to go on adventures.
You can also talk about the different rides and attractions available at these popular amusement parks.
46. Make hot chocolate with marshmallows and whipped cream.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to cook or bake with their parents.
You can also talk about the different ingredients in hot cocoa and how they make it taste so delicious!
47. Read stories about Valentine’s Day.
There are many children’s books that focus on Valentine’s Day.
Reading these stories together is a great way to introduce your toddler to this holiday
48. Make a Valentine’s Day Garland with paper hearts.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to be creative.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach your child about the different colors and shapes of hearts!
49. Make homemade playdough.
This is a great activity for toddlers who love to be creative.
You can also use this as an opportunity to teach your child about the different colors and shapes they see while making their own playdough together as well!
50. Make Valentine’s Day cookies with your child
This activity is perfect for toddlers who love baking or eating cookies.
You can make them heart-shaped, use sprinkles on top, and frosting.
They’ll be so delicious that your child will definitely love them!
Final Thoughts
Whew! That’s the list of our 50 favorite February toddler activities.
We hope you found some new ways to enjoy the month of February with your 2-year-old!
