Conversation Heart Knock Down Game for Kids is a simple, low-prep Valentine’s Day game that kids will actually love. This easy Valentine party game is perfect for classroom parties, playdates, Valentine’s Day centers, or family fun at home. It’s inexpensive, quick to make, and works well for preschoolers through elementary-aged kids.

This fun Valentine’s Day game is perfect for celebrating the winter holiday. Valentine’s games like this Valentine Balloon Stomp, Olaf Valentine bowling game, or Human Tic-Tac-Toe are fun distractions from the cold outside.

Why You’ll Love This Valentine Knock Down Game

Reusable year after year as a favorite Valentine’s party game

Quick and inexpensive Valentine’s Day game to set up

Perfect for classroom parties, Valentine centers, and home play

Encourages hand-eye coordination and active play

Easy to customize for different ages and skill levels

Supplies You’ll Need

conversation heart knockdown Valentine's Day game supplies

5 (or more) pastel-colored paper or plastic cups
Conversation heart stickers
4 Red felt sheets (2 or more stacked together)
Dried beans (pinto or black beans work well)
Craft glue or fabric glue (tacky, multi‑purpose glue works best)
Scissors

How to Make the Conversation Heart Cups

Arrange the pastel cups upside down.

Decorate each cup with conversation heart stickers.

Set aside while you make the beanbag hearts.

How to Make Felt Heart Bean Bags

Stack a couple of red felt sheets together and cut them in half vertically.

Fold the felt pieces in half.

Cut half of a heart shape along the fold.

Open the felt to reveal a full heart with symmetrical sides. You’ll now have two matching felt hearts because the felt was stacked.

Outline the edge of one felt heart with glue, leaving a small border.

Sprinkle dried beans into the center.

Place the second felt heart on top and press firmly.

Make sure the edges are fully sealed so beans don’t spill out.

Let dry completely before playing.

How to Play This Valentine Knock Down Game

Stack or line up the decorated cups.

Have kids stand a short distance away.

Toss the felt heart bean bags to knock down the cups.

Reset and play again—or turn it into a friendly competition.

Conversation Heart Knockdown Valentine Game

Tips for This Valentine’s Party Game

Make extra felt hearts just in case one opens during the party. You’ll be glad to have a quick replacement.
Allow the glue to dry fully before playtime.
Younger kids can stand closer to the cups for easier play.

Valentine Game Variations

Math Game: Write numbers on the cups and add up the total knocked down.
Color Match: Assign each cup a color and ask kids to knock down a specific one.
Team Play: Divide kids into teams and take turns.
Outdoor Version: Use larger cups and heavier bean bags.

Conversation Heart Game FAQs

What age is this game best for?
Preschool through elementary-aged kids.

Can I use something other than beans?
Yes—rice or lentils work well too.

Do the cups need to be paper?
No. You can also use plastic cups.

How far away should kids stand?
About 3–6 feet, depending on age.

Prep Time & Active Time Making the Game

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Dry Time: 30 (for felt hearts to fully set)

This quick Valentine’s Day game is easy to prep ahead of time and simple enough to assemble the day before a party or classroom activity.

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