Easter baskets are as varied as stockings at Christmas. Everyone seems to have their own special way and traditions. Whether you go big or go small, like we do, here are some fun Easter basket ideas beyond chocolate bunnies and jelly beans (although, you can definitely include those too!).

- Jump ropes
- Bubbles
- Lego or Duplo sets
- Sports balls
- Hallmark Itty Bittys
- Carrot shaped teether for baby
- Trading cards
- Devotional Book for kids

- Rainboots
- New Bible
- Frisbee
- Playdoh Easter Eggs
- Coloring or activity book
- Crayons and crayon roll
- A new book
- “Magic Towel” washcloth
- Sidewalk chalk (I’ve even spotted some in egg shapes at the dollar store!)
- Easter hat or bowtie
- A watch
- Fat quarter purse
- Cheddar Bunny “carrots”

- Kid sized gardening gloves
- Matchbox cars and a car caddy
- Family friendly movie on DVD
- Mad Libs
- Music album
- Book of Jokes
- Summer sandals or flip flops

- Handmade bunny (tutorial here for one pictured above)
- Shopkins surprise eggs
- Tickets to an upcoming movie or event
- Automoblox mini car
- New toothbrush & toothpaste
- A bug house – encourage time outdoors exploring nature!
What’s your favorite item to surprise your kids with in their baskets?





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Ahh! This is perfect!! I was trying to think of non-candy items to put in our kids as they aren’t big candy eaters. 🙂
Glad it helps! I started it just brainstorming to fill ours and help avoid the draw of ALL the candy every time I go to the store.
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