Valentine Figurative Language – Nonliteral Language Practice
by Communication Station & Dorky Doodles © 2026
Price: $4 USD
Subjects: valentinesDay,speech,expressiveLanguage,pragmatics,receptiveLanguage,socialAspectsOfCommunication
Grades: 1,2,3,4,5
Description
Help students understand figurative language with this Valentine-themed pun deck designed for speech therapy and language intervention. Each card features a visual Valentine pun paired with discussion prompts to help students interpret nonliteral language, identify intended meaning, and explain why the literal wording doesn’t make sense. This deck is ideal for targeting figurative language, humor comprehension, vocabulary flexibility, inferencing, expressive language, and pragmatic reasoning. The visuals are clear and kid-friendly, making it easy for students who struggle with puns, idioms, or ambiguous language. Perfect for whole-group practice, small groups, or 1:1 sessions. Rebecca at The Communication Station is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 18 years of experience helping children and adolescents to communicate effectively. Read more about Rebecca's qualifications and services at www.stgeorgespeech.com Melissa at Dorky Doodles has over 20 years of experience in graphic art and design. Her cute and cohesive characters will engage children of all ages. See more of her work at www.dorkydoodles.com
Acknowledgements
Clipart by Dorky Doodles, Fonts: Smiley Monster, Norteam 01