Easter baskets don’t have to be all about sweets! If you’re looking for fun, creative, and useful alternatives, there are plenty of great options for every age. Whether you’re putting together a basket for a toddler or tween, these ideas will bring smiles long after the egg hunts are over. Here are 30+ non-candy Easter basket fillers, plus a few bonus picks everyone will love!
FOR AGES 0-3 |
- Board books
- Soft plush toys
- Bath toys
- Teething rings
- Sensory bin supplies
- Musical toys
- Sippy cups with festive prints
- Rubber duckies
- Sensory balls
- Bubble wand/machine
FOR AGES 4-7 |
- Sidewalk chalk
- Stickers and sticker books
- Play-Doh or modeling clay
- Storybooks
- Puzzle sets
- Mini stuffed animals
- Character socks
- Watercolor paint sets
- Coloring books
- Sunglasses
FOR AGES 8+ |
- DIY craft kits
- Journals or sketchbooks
- Colored gel pens
- Reusable straws
- Travel-size board games
- Nail polish or fun bath bombs
- LED string lights
- Puzzle books (Sudoku, crosswords, etc.)
- Movie tickets or gift cards
- Keychains with initials or favorite characters
BONUS IDEAS FOR ALL AGES |
- Bubbles
- Reusable water bottles
- Fun socks with unique patterns
- Glow-in-the-dark stars
- Kites
- Gardening Gloves
- Plant Seeds/Kit
These ideas ensure a fun, exciting Easter basket without the sugar overload!
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