Easter Basket Ideas for Toddlers & Little Kids
Spring has sprung. With it comes Easter, a time when parents get to watch their little ones indulge in colorful treats, games, and toys. Easter morning is one of my favorite days of the year. It is so underrated! I love to find fun Easter basket ideas for my kids.
Last year, I planned one of the best Easter egg hunts in our front yard for the neighborhood and it was so much fun. I've also seen a super fun idea to use little neon glow sticks in plastic eggs and host a nighttime hunt, too!
As the Easter Bunny hops closer, we're all on the lookout for the perfect Easter basket stuffers for their toddlers. Whether you are a seasoned parent or a newbie, it can be challenging to come up with new and exciting ideas to add to your toddler's basket.
Easter Basket Ideas for Little Kids & Toddlers
In this blog post, I have compiled a list of fun and age-appropriate Easter basket stuffers. My ideas are best for little ones aged between 1 and 5.
From toys to books and snacks, I've got you covered with great ideas for Easter basket fillers for toddlers. Many of the ideas are the perfect size for an Easter basket.
One of my favorite things I’ve done is added golden eggs to their baskets, which you can shop here. I have 1-2 for each basket and then put money in the golden eggs only. The kids absolutely love it and it’s fun to add to their piggy banks.
Finding these to put in eggs is tough. I don’t like to put too much candy in the eggs because then it’s like Halloween all over again, and egg fillers can just lead to more clutter. I stumbled upon these egg tokens this year and was so happy to find them! You can use them year after year, and it’s fun family activities, which you can shop here.
What to fill Easter Baskets with? Easter Stuffer Ideas
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Monogram Baseball Hat
These hats from Rey to Z are so cute! I ordered one for both of my kids for their Easter baskets.
Easter Basket Tokens
I bought these to fill some of our eggs this year, and they’re perfect! We did an early egg hunt and my kids loved seeing the tokens that they got. Highly recommend if you don’t want to fill with just candy.
Nee Doh Chick Deedo’s
These are destined to be so popular! I think they’re the new pop it. They’re squishy and fun!
How to Catch the Easter Bunny Book
This book has become a favorite in our house! I bought it a few years back and now we read it every holiday season.
Kinetic Sand Eggs
If you’re a kinetic sand fan, you’ll love these eggs. They’re the perfect amount to have kinetic sand on the go or to mix in a sensory bin.
Bunny Sidewalk Chalk
How cute is this chalk?? It’s such a fun way to celebrate springtime. I love gifts that I know the kids will actually use.
Play Doh Sensory Kit
These kits on Etsy are so cute! I find that they have great storage boxes that come with as well so they last for months and months.
Easter Basket Tokens
If you want something that’s definitely reusable from year to year, you’ll love these Easter Basket tokens from Etsy. I love supporting the creators on Etsy because you’re always supporting a small business!
Bath Time Tea Set
This tea set is so cute for your little princess!
Mini Play Doh Sensory Jars
These jars are SO cute and under $10 each. This is an easy Easter Basket filler that your kids will love. Plus, you can order as many as needed!
Hatchimals
My daughter goes crazy for these Hatchimals, and this spring set is too cute for Easter!
Personalized Puzzle
These puzzles are so cute! How fun to have them personalized. Order at least 10 days in advance to get it in time.
Bunny Garden
These darling little kids gardening kits can be personalized with their name. It’s a fun project you can do together and then plant it outside.
Taco vs. Burrito Easter Edition
We love the Taco vs. Burrito game in our house, and I’ve given it for so many gifts. This would be a really fun addition to your little ones basket between the ages of 5 and 9 years old.
Bath Time Basketball Hoop
This cute little set connects right to your faucet so your little one can shoot hoops while they get clean. A win-win in my opinion.
RuffleButts Swimwear
I love to surprise the kids with a new bathing suit in their Easter baskets. It’s a fun gift to signal summer is coming plus it’s something useful for them, too! RuffleButts has always held up well for us!
They have suits for little boys and little girls, so you can definitely find what you’re looking for! In particular, I love that they have SPF built in.
What are other fun toddler Easter basket ideas?
I try to pull together small toys, plastic eggs filled with jelly beans and a few other small Easter gifts for my kids basket. I like to follow the rule something to play with, something to read, something to do and something to wear. It helps to gift some practical items along with the other fun additions!
Some of my favorite Easter basket stuffers are:
Board Book
Sticker Book
Chocolate Bunnies
Educational toys like card games
Bubble machine
Dress-up clothes for pretend play
Egg crayons
My something to wear is always a bathing suit in the kids' easter baskets. I also think another fun idea could be rain boots since it's springtime. Having a mix of 3-5 gifts is the right size to make the basket look full. Many of these ideas are great easter gift ideas for kids of all ages.
My favorite books for toddler's Easter baskets
Hippity, Hoppity Little Bunny - This is a cute little book that looks like a bunny rabbit, which kids will love
Peter Rabbit - A true classic for the Easter and springtime season!
Peek-a-Flap Hop - This book is so cute if your toddler loves flip books
How to Catch the Easter Bunny - A really cute book that toddlers & little kids love
Construction Site Spring Delight - If your little one loves trucks, this is a go to! It's a favorite in our house
Happy Easter Mouse - A cute Easter story for a toddler
10 Little Bunnies - A fun story and perfect for toddlers and little ones learning to count
The Great Easter Race with Elmo - Who doesn't love a sticker book? This is fun for 2 years old and up
Where do Diggers Hunt for Easter Eggs - Another construction favorite in our house! The digger collection is so cute
How do you make a 3 year old Easter basket?
When it comes to Easter baskets for toddlers, variety is key. Toddlers have short attention spans, and they quickly lose interest in toys or activities that do not stimulate them. Therefore, it's essential to include a mix of items in their basket to keep them engaged and entertained.
Keeping it spring themed is a great place to start. I love to include craft supplies or art supplies for the older kids, a piece of candy (like a chocolate bunny), a book and a something to play with.
I always include Easter eggs too, but have started looking for creative ideas so it's not a candy overload. I thought these Easter Basket Tokens on Etsy were super basket idea for kids.
Ever since we had a baby brother, my older daughter is always looking for extra time with me, which is what this is all about! It reminds me of that movie, 'Yes Day.'
What can I put in my 18 month old's Easter basket or for younger babies?
In my experience, I've found that it's always a good idea to include a book, something to play with, and something fun for outside.
Board books are really fun. Plus, books can help instill a love of reading at an early age, and it's a great way to bond with your child.
A toy, such as building blocks or a puzzle, can encourage problem-solving skills and creativity. I thought this Wooden Counting Montessori Beehive Toy looked super fun. It's a toy that grows with your little one. They may start by simply sorting the bees, but eventually they can count and also practice their fine motor skills with the tweezers.
Creative Easter Gift Ideas
I like to include a bathing suit for the kids. It's a fun way to hint that summer is coming, and it gets them excited for the warmer weather ahead. RuffleButts Girls Swimsuit & RuggedButts Boys Swimsuit are two cute ones -- that brand always holds up well for my kids!
I also love to give something personalized like a stuffed animal, such as the Custom Stuffed Bunny, or a Personalized Easter Puzzle. Bath toys are another creative gift for kids under the age of 3.
Last year, we started a garden. It’s been a very fun activity for my daughter and I to do together. This Bunny Garden is perfect for your mini green thumb!
Where to find the perfect Easter Basket
I love the idea of a basket you can use again and again. Sew What Fun has really cute and fun Easter baskets -- I bought two of them from her last year. It's my favorite Easter basket of all time.
I also thought this basket from Designing Meems is super cute. It’s a bit more unique and intricate.
I want to remind you that there are so many creative options out there for your child's basket. Instead of defaulting to the typical store-bought items, consider shopping small and searching platforms like Etsy to find unique and personalized gifts for your little one.
Shopping small businesses not only supports individual artists and makers, but it also allows you to find one-of-a-kind items that you won't find in larger chain stores. You can find handmade toys, custom clothing, and personalized books that will make your child's Easter basket truly special. These items not only make great Easter basket stuffers but also serve as memorable keepsakes that your child can cherish for years to come.
Etsy is an excellent platform for finding unique and personalized items for your child's Easter basket. With a vast selection of handmade and vintage goods, you can find items that are tailored specifically to your child's interests and personality. From custom name puzzles to personalized stuffed animals, there are so many options for unique and special gifts that will make your child's Easter extra special.
In addition to finding creative gifts, shopping small and on Etsy can also be a more eco-friendly option. Many small businesses and Etsy shops use sustainable and eco-friendly materials in their products, which is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint while also supporting small businesses.
Don't be afraid to think outside the box when it comes to your child's Easter basket stuffers. By shopping small and searching Etsy, you can find unique and personalized gifts that will make this Easter extra special for your toddler. From handmade toys to custom clothing, there are so many options out there for creative and memorable Easter basket stuffers. So, get shopping and have fun creating a basket that your little one will love!
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