As Easter approaches, the excitement of creating Easter baskets for kids fills the air. While candy has traditionally been a staple of these baskets, there are plenty of non-candy Easter basket ideas, that can make the holiday just as enjoyable! Whether you’re a parent looking to limit sugar intake or simply want to add variety to your Easter offerings, here are 10 creative non-candy Easter basket ideas for kids:
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- Books for Easter Basket: Encourage reading by including books in your child’s Easter basket. Choose colorful picture books for younger children or adventure-filled novels for older kids. Kids love reading, so this is the perfect non- candy Easter basket idea.
Judy Blume Series is a perfect book set for the Easter basket. Judy Blume is a classic, engaging series of stories that will make your kids fall in love with reading.
Children’s Classic Stories, bring the magic of stories alive this Easter with classic stories such as Peter Pan, The Little Princess and much more.
How To Catch The Easter Bunny, the perfect read loud for your little one to read with you on Easter morning.
2. Art Supplies: Foster creativity with art supplies like coloring books, crayons, markers, colored pencils, paints, and stickers. These non candy ideas will entertain kids and also help them develop their artistic skills.
Easter Dot Art, Your little ones will love this Easter themed dot art book. Don’t forget to add some dot markers to their baskets as well.
Magical Scratch Art, Perfect Easter basket treat for kids of all ages. Scratch the black off and see the picture underneath.
Foil Craft, is a fun, easy to use craft. Choose the color foil, peel and your picture is created. It is a simple and unique Easter basket stuffer.
3.Outdoor Toys for Easter Basket: With spring in full swing, outdoor toys are perfect for enjoying the warmer weather, so why not add them as a non- candy item in your Easter basket. Add items like bubbles, sidewalk chalk, jump ropes, or a frisbee for endless hours of fun.
The Activ Outdoor Flyer, this little flyer makes for a great Easter basket stuffer. Small yet mighty!
Bunny Bubble Gun, if your little ones love bubbles then this is perfect for them. A hand held bubble machine!
Bashminton, hit the birdie ball back and forth for some outdoor fun!
4. Stuffed Animals: Soft and cuddly stuffed animals make for delightful additions to Easter baskets. Choose animals that match your child’s interests or opt for a classic bunny to keep with the Easter theme.
Bunny Squishable– If your kids love soft cuddly animals, then this is the perfect Easter basket stuffer.
Personalized Easter Animals-Give your little ones a little namesake that’s personalized, soft and cozy.
Squishable Bee & Other Spring Animals– Who doesn’t love squishables! It’s the best non-candy treat your kids will enjoy!
5. Puzzles and Games: Stimulate your child’s mind with puzzles and games that challenge them in a fun way. Look for age-appropriate puzzles, board games, card games, or brain teasers that the whole family can enjoy together.
Easter Family Game, this fun filled Easter game will have the kids enjoying times together. Perfect little treat that’s not candy!
The Uzzle, is a unique building game your kids will love.
Easter Floor Puzzle, this is perfect for those puzzle loving kids.
6. Educational Toys: Incorporate toys that promote learning and development, such as building blocks, STEM kits, or educational puzzles. These gifts provide entertainment while also enhancing cognitive skills.
Magnetic Sticks Your little ones will love building with these magnetic sticks, perfect for an Easter basket.
STEM Building Toy is a great toy for an Easer basket. Science and building all in one- who needs Easer candy!
Science Experiment Kit, They will be super excited to see this in their basket! Fun, fun, for everyone.
7. Craft Kits for Easter Basket: Keep little hands busy with DIY craft kits that allow kids to unleash their creativity. Choose from options like jewelry-making kits, model building sets, or pottery kits for endless crafting fun.
Princess Craft Project-3 princess DIY craft projects- a tiara, a cape and a wand. A wonderful non- candy treat for your little princess.
DIY Wooden Birdhouse – Your little one will love to build this birdhouse. Just put together, paint and hang in your yard for the birds to use!
DIY Bouquet of flowers Use putty to make a unique flower pot and the flowers in it! A craft that will last for the season.
8. Outdoor Adventure Gear: If your child enjoys outdoor adventures, consider adding items like a magnifying glass, binoculars, a compass, or a bug-catching kit to their Easter basket. These tools encourage exploration and discovery in nature.
Outdoor Bug Explorations Kit, exploration includes bug catcher , binoculars, compass and much more. Literally everything you will need to capture bugs.
Outdoor Exploration Kit, let your nature loving kid explore the outdoors with a magnifying glass, binoculars, whistle, and compass.
Outdoor Tent Adventure, explore the outdoors with your favorite animals to keep you company while you explore nature.
9.Healthy Snacks: While candy-free, you can still include delicious and nutritious snacks in the Easter basket. Opt for items like dried fruit, trail mix, granola bars, or fruit squeezes for a tasty treat that won’t cause a sugar rush.
Smartfood Popcorn, a healthier way to eat popcorn. Mini packs to put in their Easter baskets.
That’s It Crunchables, apple and banana bites. A healthier way to munch!
Fruit Rolls, delicious and has no added sugar! Your kids will love the fruity taste in a rolled up fruit snack!
10. Personalized Gifts: Add a special touch to your child’s Easter basket with personalized gifts such as a custom-made t-shirt, a personalized mug, or a monogrammed tote bag. These thoughtful items add a unique flair to the holiday celebration.
Personalized Water Bottle– 12oz stainless steel personalized cup. Kids will love drinking from their new cup!
Personalized Tote Bag- If you have a girl in dance or any after school sport they need a bag for, then they will love this personalized tote bag. Or a beach going boy, will love to place all their beach toys and items in here to spend a day at the beach.
Personalized Shirt– what a great thing to place in their Easter basket. They will love sporting their shirts!
Conclusion
By incorporating these non-candy Easter basket ideas, you can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for your child without the need for excessive sweets. From fostering creativity to promoting outdoor play and learning, these alternatives offer a healthy and diverse array of options that will keep kids entertained long after the Easter bunny has hopped away.
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