Looking for a Valentine activity that is fun, interactive, and actually keeps kids engaged?

Mystery Max and the Vanishing Valentines is a printable mystery game where kids work together to solve a problem before the party can continue.

During a friendly Valentine community celebration, a heart shaped box of Valentine treats meant for everyone goes missing. Nothing is broken. No one is hurt. But without answers, the celebration comes to a stop.

Kids take on character roles, share clues, ask questions, and use critical thinking to uncover what really happened and why.

This is not a worksheet.
It is a group experience built around communication, cooperation, and problem solving.

How the Game Works

• Assign each player a character
• Players read their character sheets privately
• Kids move around, talk, and share clues
• The group discusses and solves the mystery
• The host reads the Top Secret Solution

Average play time is about 30 minutes, depending on group size.

What’s Included

• Kid friendly introduction
• Host guide with setup instructions
• Quick reference guide for the host
• Character summary and clue pages for the host
• 10 individual character assignment sheets
• Top Secret final solution page

All character sheets are designed so every player feels important and involved.

Perfect For

• Classroom Valentine parties
• Homeschool group activities
• Social skills practice
• Clubs and community groups
• Family game nights

Skills Practiced

• Critical thinking
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Listening and speaking
• Social awareness

Age and Group Size

Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Best with 6 to 10 players.

File Details

• Printable PDF
• Black and white friendly
• Easy to print and prep
• Digital download only

This story is non violent and age appropriate. The focus is on learning and communication, not punishment.

This product is ESA and PEP friendly and designed to support diverse learners and flexible group dynamics.