Easter Basket Ideas for Kids

If you need some inspiration for Easter Baskets this year, I’ve done the work for you, and I think your kids will love finding these delightful goodies in their Easter baskets. Plus, there’s still room for some Easter candy!

These gifts will help your kids enjoy family time, explore the world, and embrace spring. Whether you’ve got a curious infant, a busy toddler, or a tween who’s harder to surprise, we’ve rounded up Easter basket ideas for kids that are thoughtful, fun, and actually worth tucking into that basket. Plus they’re easy and affordable for you!

Easter Gifts for Infants and Toddlers

These littlest ones might not quite understand the meaning of Easter, but they absolutely understand fun. And, for this age, the simplest things bring the biggest smiles. If you have a baby or toddler, you already know that the best gifts are the ones that entertain, engage, and maybe even sneak in a little learning. Here are our top picks for the littlest Easter basket recipients:

Carrot Rattle

Could this little carrot rattle be any more perfect for Easter? Just right for tiny hands and teething mouths, it makes the perfect gift for baby’s first Easter basket.

Bunny Rattle

Cute in the basket, fun to play with, and still a favorite weeks later, this adorable and on-theme rattle is a delight.

Geometric Eggs

These little eggs are hiding a surprise — they snap apart and back together again! Toddlers will be delighted to have their own set of eggs in their Easter basket and, as they play with them, they’ll be growing their problem-solving skills, shape recognition, and hand-eye coordination. They’ll reach for this toy again and again, and you’ll love watching their wheels turn as they figure it out.

Shaker Eggs

Does your toddler love music? How about dance parties in the kitchen? Shaker eggs are about to become your new favorite thing! These are easy to grip and fun to shake, and have a pleasant sound (yes, really!). The egg shape and fun designs are perfect for an Easter basket but you’ll be making beautiful noise together all year.

Bluey Plush

If your toddler loves Bluey, they’ll jump up and down with joy to find this adorable Bluey plush in their Easter basket!

Easter Basket Ideas for Kids: Preschool to Elementary

This age is big enough to get into the wonder of Easter but young enough to be absolutely delighted by all their gifts. Preschoolers through elementary-aged kids tend to be curious, creative, and ready for an adventure. The ideas in this section lean into that with gifts that will spark imagination, get them moving, and keep them busy long after the candy is gone.

Littlest Pet Shop Surprise Collectible Plush Pets

These adorable Littlest Pet Shop plush pets are basically Easter magic! Each one comes hidden inside a little case so the unboxing is half the fun — and the other half is the perfectly snuggly, little-hand-sized stuffy inside. A great pick for ages 4 and up.

Needoh

Needoh is so satisfyingly squishy and your kids will love to see how it changes colors when squeezed. It’s an Easter basket add-on that earns its place long after the candy is gone.

Coloring Books

Walmart has these coloring books for only $1! Whether your child loves My Little Pony, Paw Patrol, Bluey, Bible characters, or Hello Kitty, you’re sure to find something they’ll love — and at such a great price.

CAT Construction Trucks Play Set

Does your kid want to stop at every construction site? They’ll love this adorable construction vehicle set and it’s the perfect size for an Easter basket!

Mondo Llama Craft Kits

Paper crafting, painting, and paper mache… your kids will love making and displaying these Easter craft kits. And you’ll love that they’re only $5 each!

Crayola Crayon 3-Piece Lip Balm Tin

How cute is this Crayola + Lip Smacker collaboration?! Your kids will love taking these fun chapsticks to school. (And you can save even more on your purchase by checking out through Subscribe & Save.)

Bird Matching Game

Robins, bluebirds, and cardinals… this sweet bird-themed memory game is a natural fit for spring. As kids flip and match the cards, they’re also strengthening their working memory and training their eyes to pay attention to the little details that set each bird apart. It’s the kind of game the whole family will return to again and again.

Egg Chalk

Nothing says spring like taking the fun outside! These egg-shaped chalks are the perfect Easter basket surprise and will get your kids outside enjoying the warmer weather.

Easter Basket Ideas for Tweens

Tweens sometimes act like they’re too-cool-for-this, but deep down they still love a good Easter basket. Shopping for this age can feel like a guessing game, but I think the secret is giving them a mix of gifts that help them embrace their little-kid fun and lean into their big-kid ambitions.

Grace and Stella Lip Mask

A lip mask that actually works and smells amazing? This Grace & Stella lip mask is an Easter basket upgrade your tween will love using.

Ulta Sweet & Shimmer Mini Beauty Products

Whether it’s bubble bath, body lotion, or loofahs, your tween is sure to enjoy these Sweet & Shimmer mini beauty products. And you’ll appreciate the price tag!

Waboba Moon Ball on a Leash

Waboba balls are SO fun because they bounce really high! This one on a leash is the kind of fidgety, satisfying fun that is perfect for tweens. They’ll bounce it, swing it, and see how long they can keep it going. It’s simple, oddly addicting, and perfect for burning energy during a study break.

Tree Hut Products

Tree Hut products are so popular with tweens and teens — and for good reason! Your tween will love the amazing smells of the lotions, body sprays, sugar scrubs, and body washes. See current Tree Hut deals here.

Cross Necklace

A cross necklace is a fitting Easter gift — and they’re trendy right now! Your tween would be thrilled to find this stylish and meaningful gift in their Easter basket.

Water Blasters

Get your kids excited for summer with these water blasters. They’re a colorful edition to Easter baskets and will provide hours upon hours of fun!

Best Easter Books for Kids:

If you want to include meaningful books in your kids’ Easter baskets, I’ve got a lot of great ideas for you below. There’s just something really special about giving kids a book that reminds them how much God loves them.

(By the way, if you want a book in your own Easter basket, you’ll love this list of our favorite Christian books and devotionals for women!)

Books for Preschoolers about Jesus

Any of the books from our list of the best devotionals for kids would be wonderful to include in an Easter basket, but here are some of our top picks of Easter books for preschoolers:

The Jesus Storybook Bible

I’ve read this with our kids from birth through late elementary school and, honestly, I still find it relevant as an adult. If you don’t already own this, I can’t recommend it highly enough and Easter is the perfect time to gift it to your family!

The Garden, The Curtain, and the Cross

Another pick from our guide to the best Christian books for kids, The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross traces the redemptive story of the Bible from Eden to eternity. And, it’s especially relevant for Easter since it centers around Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross and triumph over death.

The Runaway Bunny

This book isn’t explicitly Christian, but the mother’s pursuing love reminds me of how God pursues us and loves us no matter what. Plus, the bunnies make it a cute Easter basket gift!

The Velveteen Rabbit

The Velveteen Rabbit also isn’t overtly Christian but there’s something beautiful about a bunny becoming real through the pure love of a child. It’s hard not to see a reflection of God’s animating love in that! A timeless story and an adorable bunny to boot, it makes for a truly sweet Easter gift.

Best Easter Books for Older Kids

There are so many excellent Christian books and devotionals for kids that deserve a spot in Easter baskets, but here are some of our top Easter picks for older kids:

The Action Bible

We recommend this book on our list of best devotionals and Christian books for kids, and we think any tween would be happy to find this comic-book-style version of the Bible in their Easter basket!

Green Ember

The Green Ember is an easy yes for Easter baskets, even beyond its rabbit heroes. It has a gripping story and themes of hope, self-sacrifice, and redemption that naturally open the door to deeper conversations about the gospel. I especially recommend this book for ages 8 and up, although younger kids will enjoy it as a read-aloud.

Are you shopping for teenager Easter basket ideas? Be sure to check out this post of Easter basket ideas your teen will love — with ideas for boys and girls!

Bonus Gift Idea: Homemade Easter Candy

Anyone in your family will love finding this easy homemade Easter candy in their Easter basket! Plus, you can make it ahead of time and freeze it, making it an easy but delicious surprise.

Build an Easter Basket They’ll Remember

The best Easter baskets for kids aren’t expensive or complicated — they’re the ones that feel like they were curated with that specific child in mind. A little thought goes a long way, whether you’re tucking in a sweet rattle for your infant or adding that perfect book for your tween. Happy basket-building!

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What are your favorite Easter basket ideas for kids? Share your ideas or plans in the comments!