Treats and Gifts to Place in Easter Baskets
Easter baskets don’t have to be all about sugar rushes! Instead of loading up on sweets, let’s think creatively and fill those baskets with fun treats that will delight young children. From playful toys and colorful craft supplies to healthy snacks that spark joy without a sugar crash, Easter basket stuffers can be just as exciting — if not more so — than traditional candy. It’s the perfect opportunity to make this springtime celebration both fun and meaningful for little ones. Let’s hop into some great ideas!
Bellabu Bear French Terry Jogger Set
Practical, playful and perfect for Easter! Let your little bunnies hop into style and comfort with the Bunny Workshop Kids’ Daywear Jogger Set from Bellabu Bear. Crafted from ultra-soft bamboo fabric, these joggers are perfect for lounging, playing, or even hopping around during Easter egg hunts. The adorable bunny-themed design adds a playful touch, while the elastic waistband ensures a comfortable fit. Make every day feel like a day at the bunny workshop with this cute and cozy jogger set! You can also find Bellabu Bear on Amazon.
Garden Bunnies 25 Piece Floor Puzzle by Mudpuppy
Piece together a wonderful garden with the Garden Bunnies 25 Piece Floor Puzzle from Mudpuppy. Ideal for ages 2+, this jigsaw puzzle includes oversized pieces and 6 special shaped pieces, which are perfect for small hands.
Little Bellies Organic Strawberry Pick-Me Sticks
A sweet (but not too sweet!) Easter treat for little ones, these melt-in-the-mouth Organic Strawberry Pick-Me Sticks are perfect for little ones ages 7+ months old. Made with simple, organic ingredients, they’re a wholesome snack parents can feel good about including in their little bunny’s basket or packing for spring outings. Easy to grab and hold, they’re ideal for first-time snackers and make snack time hassle-free. For older kiddos, Little Bellies also offers age-and-stage appropriate snacks like Yogurt Pick-Me Sticks, Paws and Softcorn (10+ months) and Veggie Tubes, Bars and Crackers (12+ months) to bring new adventures in taste, shapes and textures. Available on Amazon, Walmart and many retailers near you.
A practical and adorable Easter basket addition, this 9 oz. silicone tumbler is designed for babies and toddlers to sip independently. Whether they’re enjoying a springtime stroll or Easter egg hunt, this compact tumbler keeps little ones hydrated while mimicking their favorite adults. The soft silicone straw and lid are leak-resistant, even when turned upside down, making it great for on-the-go adventures. The straw stays securely in place—no more curious fingers pulling it out—while parents can easily disassemble it for cleaning. Available in eight colors on Amazon, it’s a must-have for little sippers this Easter!
Bunny Hop: Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1
Bunny hop! Bunny munch! Bunny chomp! Bunny crunch! What will Bunny eat? Little ones and emerging readers can follow a curious bunny’s adventures in the kitchen in Bunny Hop, a sweet and playful Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book. Find Bunny Hop on Amazon.
Galison Tiny T. Rex Magnetic Play Set
Bring some mix and match fun anywhere with the Tiny T. Rex Magnetic Play Set from Mudpuppy. With this delightful play set, children can explore their sense of creativity and imagination as they mix and match scenes for their favorite pint-sized dinosaur friends. With over 40 magnetic pieces and dinosaurs to choose from, children can unleash their creativity and design countless Tiny T. Rex stories while on-the-go!
The Melissa & Doug Sticker WOW! is a whole new way to play with stickers! Fun stamp-and-learn activities include numbers, counting, matching, search-and-find, and more – perfect for screen-free, educational fun on-the-go this Spring! Comes with 300 easy-to-remove stickers and a 24-page activity pad. We love the bunny for Easter!
Take care of the furriest of friends with PLAYMOBIL’s Starter Pack Rabbit Family! With the included teacher and student figures, kids can engage these adorable class pets in endless classroom fun. Help the rabbits hop with excitement as they enjoy a yummy treat of carrots and grain, and care for them with the included accessories. This charming set is perfect for little animal lovers and makes a fantastic Easter-themed gift, bringing springtime fun and bunny-themed play to any basket! Available on playmobil.com and Amazon.
BIZYBOO’s Easter Colorable Egg Busy Bag Scavenger Hunt from Vango Toys
These award-winning Hide ’N’ Seek Busy Bags are now colorable! They are the perfect mess-free, on-the-go, and low-fuss companion! Using both written and visual prompts found on an attached card, children will have a blast prodding and shifting the beads around, seeking out the Easter objects! Not only do they keep little ones engaged, but these bags also foster learning and motor skill development and encourage independence. Each set includes 2 busy bags and 6 bright markers, allowing little hands to color, decorate, and personalize their own Easter-themed characters. A perfect Easter egg-decorating alternative! Available on Amazon in March.
If your toddler loves bubbles, but you hate the mess and constantly dipping a wand into a messy jug, you’re going to love the Innobaby Spike Bubble Blower! The wand is designed to minimize liquid backflow, making it safer for independent bubble play, and bursts oodles of bubbles instantly. Plus, the bubbles are made with botanical ingredients like plant extracts, coconut oil, and purified water for cleaner bubble play. The bubble solution will not dry out your child’s skin, unlike conventional bubbles. Make little ones’ skin happy – say no to stings, irritations, and stickiness! Great for kids’ indoor & outdoor bubble play, and perfect for tucking in Easter baskets!
About the Author
Ms. Johnson is a Mom of 4, a Seasoned Freelance Journalist, Publicist and Lifestyle Expert with a career spanning almost 20 years in the industry. She is passionate about fitness, health and wellness. She has written her own website, Tiny Green Mom, since 2010, which highlights parenting and all things ‘green,’ from tips on living a healthier lifestyle to the latest eco-friendly products for the entire family.
As a Freelance Journalist, Ms. Johnson has written for a multitude of publications, including Medium, SheKnows.com, Tiny Beans, and more! In addition, she can be found on TV stations across the country as a Lifestyle Expert, speaking about all of her favorite brands and companies.
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*Companies generously gifted samples and images for this article. All thoughts expressed herein are my own.*
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