Calvin and Pudge: Hearts, Paws and a Valentine's Promise

True love isn't found in candy - It's found in kindness

Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about hearts, candy, and cards—but for Calvin, it never quite feels that simple.

As Maplewood fills with pink decorations and sweet promises, Calvin and his loyal beagle, Pudge, begin to notice something others often miss. Some kids feel left out. Some adults feel forgotten. And sometimes, the loudest celebrations overlook the quietest hearts.

What starts as a simple classroom Valentine project soon becomes something much bigger—an unexpected lesson in kindness, courage, and what it truly means to care for others. With Pudge’s gentle presence and a growing understanding that love doesn’t need applause, Calvin discovers that the most powerful promises are the ones we keep without anyone watching.

This is not just a Valentine’s story.

It’s a story about choosing kindness—every day.