Spring is springing and we are ready. Bring on the longer days, the green grass, and chirping birds. Shoot, we’ll even take a sneeze or two if that means the weather is warming up and we can get back to being outside. Of course, with spring comes Easter, bunnies, and egg hunts.
Soon Peter Cottontail will be hopping down the bunny trail, so it's time to get those Easter baskets together. Sure, everyone likes to take a big bite out of a chocolate bunny ear, but what else can moms and dads do to fill their kids’ Easter with fun and not a ton of sugar?
Not to worry, there are plenty of great alternatives to candy. We’ve gathered some Easter basket ideas to makes kids and parents happy. From funky footwear to personalized pics, we are obsessed with all things Easter.
Bogg Bag
Who needs an Easter basket anyway? Throw a few treats into a Bogg Bag and you're good to go. These bags have a cult following and are now available in three sizes, making them perfect for mommy and me pool days this summer. There is even a limited-edition bunny Bogg that it is a must-have!
$14
from
L.Mae Boutique
Grab a set of colorful bunny bath bombs for your kids this Easter. Kids know, bath time is much more fun when it's colorful and fizzes. We love a bit of novelty in our self-care and so will your kids.
Lego Bunny Set
Building with Lego bricks has been a family-friendly activity for generations. This cute bunny can help kids say hello to spring and is a great interactive experience for moms and dads to get in on the fun.
Fidget Star Sensory Toys
$4.96
from
Amazon.com
The bunny knows that all kids love fidgets! They are a great distraction and can keep hands busy and where they should be. Adding a bright-colored pack to your Easter basket will make little hands happy.
LeapFrog Fruit Colors Learning Smoothie
$10.99
from
Amazon.com
Easter baskets aren't just for big kids, babies like to get in on the fun, too. This LeapFrog Fruit Colors Learning Smoothie helps the little guys learn colors with some fun songs and lights.
Fluffy Weight Plush
Starting at
$48
from
Fluffy Weight
Fluffy Weight plush animals are a great Easter basket treat. They are therapeutic, mom-invented weighted stuffed animals that help kids to calm down and relax, which might be helpful after a long day of egg hunting.
BabyBjorn Baby Dinner Set
The BabyBjorn Baby Dinner Set is a perfect Easter gift for the new little bunnies on the block. The soft set helps kids become self-feeders and future foodies. We love the that BabyBjorn feeding supplies are grippy and durable.
Fresh Dolls
Starting at
$17.99
from
The Fresh Dolls
Fresh Dolls are a line of dolls that honor the beauty and intelligence of multicultural children. In addition to dolls, the site offers super fun coloring books. Both will look great in your kids' baskets.
Knockaround Sunglasses
Starting at
$25
from
Knockaround
With summer coming, the sun will be shining and our eyes will need to be protected. Adding these sweet shades to your kids' basket will help them look extra cool for months to come.
Squish Me Cuties
$6.99
from
Make it Real
Can a kid ever have enough fidgets? Take a look around your house and you'll know. A parent could put together and entire Easter basket made up of just fidgets. Add these Squish Me Cuties for a fun bonus. There are three to collect, squish, and love.
Smarter Sleep Sound Machine
Treat your kids, and yourself, to a good night's sleep with the RAPTbaby Smarter Sleep sound machine. A great addition to your Easter basket, the RAPTbaby promotes good sleep habits and helps with cognitive development. It makes for a perfect and practical first Easter gift for a new baby.
Lisa Frank Crocs
This Easter basket treat is for all of the '80s and '90s Easter bunnies. Lisa Frank is back and these limited-edition colorful Crocs will make any kid have happy hopping feet. Grown-ups might even enjoy wearing them!
Pretty Pattern Beach Towel
$41.96
from
Personal Creations
The Easter bunny knows that summer is coming, which means lots of pool and beach days. Kids love personalized items and these cute beach towels will look great in their baskets, and will help you keep track of towels all summer long.
Movie Theater Gift Certificates
Starting at
$5
from
AMC Theatres
Easter baskets don't have to be filled with things, experiences are good, too. Kids love to go to the movies and a gift card for tickets, popcorn, and treats may come in handy on one of those days when everyone is "so bored."
Highlights Puzzle Fun Books
Highlights Magazine has been around forever and they are always a hit with kids. An Easter basket filled with puzzle and game books is a great way to get kids engaged in something fun and educational that isn't tied to a screen.
Personalized Cereal Bowl
$16.99
from
Personalization Mall
What kid doesn't love cereal? Putting a personalized bowl in their Easter basket is a egg-cellent way to get your kids to eat the breakfast, or maybe sneak a bowl of ice cream. We won't tell!
Troomi Smart Phone
Starting at
$19.97
from
Troomi Wireless
If you have been trying to decide whether or not it is time for your child to get their own phone, their Easter basket is a fun way to present it to them. Troomi is a smartphone for kids that gives them the features they need and keeps them away from the things they don't. Troomi is family-friendly and offers a variety of plans for families to chose from.
Personalized Squishmallow
$34.96
from
Personal Creations
If your house isn't already filled with Squishmallows, do you even have kids? We kid, we kid. These personalized Squishmallow plush toys are a fun addition to an Easter basket and since they have their name on them, maybe they won't fight over them. One can dream, right?
Crayola Create and Play
Admit it, sometimes getting out all of the art supplies can be a mess and a hassle and parents don't always want to do it. Crayola Create and Play is an app for parents that gives ideas for at-home craft ideas, but also has tablet and phone features. The app is free, but there are in-app purchases available. Anything Crayola is a great addition to an Easter basket and is always a hit with kids.
Plush Tic Tac Toe Pillows
$41.59
from
Personal Creations
Kids love games and tic-tac-toe is a classic. Put one of these personalized plush pillows in their Easter basket and your kids will have a perfect sleepover takealong. They are also great for road trips. Play a quick game, take a quick nap. It's a win/win for everyone.
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