80 Easter basket ideas for kids of all ages (that aren’t candy)

What fun guys! (Sorry, had to.) The easy-to-grab mushroom maracas from Itzy Ritzy each make a different sound, exciting little hands and ears alike.

Roll a little fun their way! Haba’s soft Bunny Ball is packed with entertainment for little fingers. There’s loops to fiddle with, crinkly ears to nibble and crunch and a variety of textures to explore as they play.

A classic stuffed bunny is a no brainer. This sweetly detailed and easy-to-hold stuffie from Bunnies by the Bay doubles as a pacifier holder to keep drops to a minimum and can easily be washed in the washing machine.

From pureed carrots to first forays into finger painting, Lalo’s smock bib keeps laundry to a minimum. And the limited edition bunny print is too stinkin’ cute!

Popsicle season is on the way! And who needs a popsicle more than a teething babe? Made with an easy-to-hold handle and bumps in the mold to provide oral awareness, the ezpz Tiny Pops molds are perfect for babies and toddlers. Each mold holds just a half ounce of puree, breastmilk or even Pedialyte on those under-the-weather days. (Not to mention the set up looks a little bunny-like, doesn’t it?)

Perfect for playtime or bath time! Act out Old MacDonald. Tell a story. Or just let them gnaw on their little faces. They’re a hit no matter what.

A sweet heirloom bunny makes the perfect addition to their first Easter Basket! Not only is this one made from sustainable hardwood, but your purchase also provides meals to children in need.

Cuddle + Kind’s lovely knit stuffies feel good in all the ways—they’re soft, snuggly and for every Baby Animal sold, 5 meals are donated to people in need. Choose from a variety of spring-ready pals (bunnies, chicks and lambs) or opt for one of each and receive a sweet collectible gift box to slip into their basket!

Made from the softest GOTS certified organic cotton, this snuggle blanket is the perfect size for keeping them snuggly on-the-go and when they get a bit older, the ears make a perfect handle to carrying around.

Muslin swaddles are a must-have. This sweet set from Aden + Anais is springy and Easter-ready with two classic bunny prints tucked into the bunch.

We’re not sure what makes Jellycat loveys so magical, but we’re not going to question it either. They’re a perennial fave among our little ones and the quality is undeniable. For babies we absolutely adore this blankey style which is perfectly sized for cuddling and easy to wash as well.

Tired of Runaway Bunny? Discover a new parent and baby favorite in Emma Dodd’s charming board book, Love. According to one reviewer, “She has put into words all the things you wish every child, everywhere, could hear and know about themselves and the world. Namely, that they are loved and accepted and their very presence brings joy. Sweet illustrations with some shiny silver embossing are the cherry on top. I can’t recommend these wonderful little books enough.”

In Llama Llama Easter Egg, the Easter Bunny brings lots of treats for Llama Llama: jelly beans, colorful eggs, and a fluffy surprise! An awesome addition to your Llama, Llama collection for sure.

Easy to hold and even better to chew, the sweet bunny teethers from Loulou Lollipop offer tiny teethers a variety of safe and natural textures to explore.

This is a first Easter basket requirement by law.

We adore the eco-friendly rubber duckies from HEVEA. They’re hand-crafted of 100% natural rubber from Malaysian Hevea trees making it safe for little ones to chew on, and designed without holes so no gross mold can thrive inside.

With its array of textures, adorable illustrations and sweet tethered-on bunny who hops from page to page, Manhattan Toy’s Peek A Boo Bunny crinkle book is sure to get all the love. (And drool.)

The timeless sweetness of Briar Baby’s handmade bonnets make them a true Easter basket staple. The beautifully detailed woodland animal styles are the obvious seasonal choice, but the practical brimmed linen options are perfect for the warm spring and summer days ahead.

Made from five scalloped beech rings that are perfect for grabbing and topped with a butterfly that’s safe for chewing, this colorful pal may just be an instant favorite.

Drooling never looked so stylish. The cloud-soft muslin bandanna bibs are a perfect combo of baby fashion meets function.

Does it look like a fancy glorified dog toy? Yes. Does it also possess some freakish ability to calm, soothe and entertain (almost) any baby who gnaws on its squeaky head and hoofs? Also yes.

Parents and babies alike love this sweet soother that makes naps on the go a breeze. The cute little owl plays nature sounds and two songs to keep them asleep without stressing.

Practicality rules when it comes to baby Easter baskets. The silicone cup and straw from ezpz is an ideal way to introduce your little one to drinking from a cup and comes in a bunch of springy gorgeous colors.

From his charming embroidered face to his classic overalls, we’re just a tad obsessed with this dapper bunny. And at nine inches tall, it’s the perfect size for baskets and adventures.

Bathtime meets playtime with the plant-based bubble bath from Honeysticks! The trio of primary-colored soap is made with cosmetic-grade pigments so they can experiment with color mixing without making a mess. Well, too much of a mess anyway.

With warmer weather on the way, water toys are always a top pick of ours for Easter baskets. Haba’s Bubble Bath Wisk makes a great addition to bathtime, but making whirlpools in the water table is where it really comes in clutch. The crank is easy for toddlers to operate on their own, making it a great tool for developing motor skills as well.

Matching socks are overrated. The silly mismatched sets from Pals are comfy and cute and, thanks to silicone grips on the bottom, keep them from wiping out as well.

Available in an array of springy colors, these mini me leak-proof silicone toddler tumblers are great for hydrating at home or on-the-go.

This soft and snuggly bunny comes with its own fabric bassinet, blanket and pillow for nap time. It’s a great choice for little ones who are sharing their first Easter as a big sibling!

A fun hide-and-seek game that’s also an engaging open-ended toy! Preschoolers will love trying to find the funny bunny as they sharpen their color and number recognition as well as their memory and critical thinking skills.

Shake it up, baby! Each of these brightly colored eggs makes a different sound, encouraging musical abilities in even the tiniest among us.

The Easter Bunny needs Pete the Cat’s help! This fun story and activity book helps teach preschoolers about being a good helper and includes a poster, punch out cards and stickers.

Obligatory. Adorable.

The graphic novel Egg by Caldecott Medalist and New York Times-bestselling author Kevin Henkes is not only a perfect Easter gift, but also a classic read-alone and read-aloud that they’re sure to thrust in you lap all year long.

The new scented Water Wow! books may even be a bigger hit than the OG version. The idea is the same–just fill the reusable “paint brush” with water and let them go to town revealing the colors hidden on the sweet and fruity pages. When it dries, the color disappears so they can do it all over again.

Just as cute but a lot less sticky, this soft Peeps Bunny stuffie makes a colorful addition to their basket.

Classic spring fashion made mini.

Get ready for those spring rays! The seriously adorable polarized glasses from Babiators are not only great at keeping your little one’s eyes safe from the sun, but they’re virtually impossible to break. (We know, we tried!) And this oh-so-60s flower frame? So good.

The perfect chopsticks for little hands are also the cutest ones we’ve ever seen. This clever design features removable silicone loops that teach the proper grasping technique (and work their dexterity in general!) while the wide flat tips keep them from getting too frustrated.

If your couch has ever suffered the wrath of creative toddler, swap their markers for the magical Color Wonder collection from Crayola. This 30-piece set will keep them busy for hours (and your furniture doodle-free) with markers, ink pads, and stamps that only produce color when used with the Color Wonder coloring pages (also included!)

Easter means spring and spring means taking art to the streets—er, sidewalks, rather. This festive set is delightfully holiday and warm weather ready.

Every kid who has ever played with bubbles has likely cried over spilling bubbles. That’s why we love the spill-proof tumblers from Fubbles. The size is great for little hands but big enough you won’t have to refill every five minutes.

Perfect for backyard egg hunts or tucked into their basket! Each one comes with a ball of Play-Doh in the corresponding color tucked inside.

Who says Easter eggs are the only things that need hunting? An engaging first board game for kids, Hoppy Floppy’s Happy Hunt game helps develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and pre-handwriting skills while spinning and matching a collection of colorful carrots.

A darling way to develop fine motor skills, concentration and problem solving, this Montessori-inspired carrot puzzle comes with seven wooden carrots that are all the same color, shape and texture—the only thing that’s different is their size. Through trial and error, kids will learn where they fit and where they don’t!

Packed with 80 stickers and all the bricks they need to build three exclusive Easter-y builds, LEGO’s Easter Build and Play! activity book is screen-free fun at its finest.

Get them involved in your next home project with this kid-friendly tool from Handy Famm. The 3-in-1 bird design isn’t just cute–it’s the real deal! With an ergonomic shape that’s easy for small hands to hold and a built-in level and and angle finder, it offers a safe way for them to help with jobs big and small.

Stem learning and nature go hand-in-hand with this engaging set from KiwiCo. The wooden kaleidoscope is easy enough for kids to put together on their own and even more exciting once they get to use it. The display dish can be filled with the included dried and fabric flowers or whatever they find outside.

The spiral-bound sticker books from Creative Spark are both nostalgic and fresh, with sticker and scene pages to decorate side-by-side. And unlike the ones we grew up with, they actually peel off without ripping.

A magical garden accessory, made more special because your child helped create it! The ready-to-go kit comes with paint to decorate the mosaic bunny and with a little coat of varnish, it can last a long time.

Double down on the egg hunt excitement with this super fun story-based hunt from LovePop! Inside the Adventure Box they’ll find  15 individual pouches that reveal the story of Boppy and the Great Easter Egg Hunt. Open them in order and meet the characters, destinations and follow the plot as it unfolds. In the end, they’ll have 29 miniature paper pop-up sculptures and accessories that can easily be stored in the box to enjoy for years to come.

With sunny days on the way, this window art kit will really shine. (Literally!) The templated designs are easy enough for kids as young as five to complete and they look so gorgeous when the rays pour through.

Pool days will be here before you know it–and along with them, requests to “watch this mom!” and “rate my handstand” and “look at my Martha Washington hairdo!”. Listen kids, we love you but we can only pretend to be engaged by this for so long. The answer? Diving toys like these funny little squids. Toss them in, let them sink and enjoy thirty seconds of peace while they’re underwater.

Stickers are always a hit! Of course you could slip them in their basket, but you could get even more bang for the buck by cutting them up and hiding them in plastic eggs.

Safe, non-toxic and made with littles in mind, the colorful nail polishes from Little Lady Products each come with a sweet wearable bow ring to show off alongside their manicure.

No one likes getting hurt, but everyone loves a good bandage. The flexible fabric bandages from Welly are always a hit with their fun patterns and oh-so-stylish (and reusable!) metal tin. They also stick better than any we’ve ever used.

We all know what April showers bring…puddle stomping!! The kid-sized clear umbrellas from Totes make it easy to see while staying dry. And bonus! The shape makes it nearly impossible for anyone to get their eye poked out.😉

From the thoughtful detailing to the durable construction, Schleich makes the best figurines in the game. And this set? Spring perfection. Complete with a momma bunny and two adorable babies, it might not be the real live pet they were hoping for but it’s bound to get some squeals of delight.

Handmade in Minnesota from from natural ingredients, the surprise Bubble Bombs from Two Sisters make bath time extra fun. Unlike regular bath bombs, these colorful, scented bombs fill the tub with bubbles as they dissolve. And the best part? There’s one of 12 Easter-themed squishes hidden inside!

Jelly beans are fun, but Easter tattoos last longer! These vibrant tattoos are a great alternative for egg stuffing or to fill their baskets.

Make homework a little more fun with yummy-scented pencils made from recycled paper.

There’s something about coloring on things that aren’t paper that’s oh-so-appealing to kids. (God bless Magic Erasers, right?) Spare your walls and get them hooked on Crayola Scribble Scrubbies. The creatures can be colored, washed and colored again to keep the fun going.

This year’s limited edition 3-in-1 LEGO set is cute as can be! Use the pieces to build a posable carrot-munching bunny or follow the instructions to create an adorable llama or seal instead. This is one basket addition that will keep them busy for awhile!

The best part of Highlights magazine in a seasonally appropriate theme makes the perfect Easter basket addition.

This well-designed kit makes learning to sew super fun and easy. It comes with all the supplies they’ll need to make the sweetest bunny friend as well as six no-sew outfits to mix and match her look. The materials are great quality and there’s even a drawstring bag to tote it all around!

Just because they’re growing up, it doesn’t mean the fun of bath and shower time is over. The delightfully scented Daise from clean brand Daise makes cleaning up as playful as it ever was. They’re also free from all the nasties and dermatologically-tested to keep their hormonally-challenged skin happy too. And with scents like pineapple, cherry, and vanilla it’s guaranteed to be their newest obsession.

They might be too old for a stuffed bunny, but how about a super snuggly smiley face that can we warmed in the microwave and smells like lavender? Yeah, we thought so.

From journals to homework to old school to-do lists, a set of scented gel pens makes all things analog a little more fun.

Do they prefer doodling on themselves instead? The Body Mark Temporary Tattoo Markers from Bic are designed to create Henna-inspired body art that can be washed off with just a little soap and water. Along with the markers, each pack includes a collection of stencils to spark some inspiration.

The only thing better than the retro-vibes of these gamer socks is the fact they glow in the dark.

With over 5,000 beads, charms and tools, this all-in-one kit has everything they’ll need to create dozens of bracelets to keep or give away. Best of all, it comes in its own perfectly organized box!

With washable hair chalk they can reinvent their look every morning! There are 10 different colors including two glitter shades which can be mixed-and-matched to create endless styles. When it’s time to switch it up, just shampoo it out!

Nothing is more useless than a dead phone. (And no one wears a battery out faster than a teenager, amiright?) This highly-rated portable charger will keep them juiced up while they’re away from home and comes in several fun colors as well.

Sure, an Easter Basket stuffer that plans for the worst isn’t exactly uplifting, but at least it’s colorful? All kidding aside, the keychain personal alarms from Birdie give parents and newly independent teens a little peace of mind when they’re out in the world. If they’re in a situation that feels uncomfortable, a simple tug of the top triggers a super loud alarm and strobe light to create a diversion. You never want them to have to use it, but it’s empowering to know it’s there.

The simple beaded bracelets from Fahlo come with a real animal to track. (No, you don’t get a turtle on your doorstep–sorry.) Instead, each purchase comes with a photo card that tells you the “adopted” animal’s name, size and where they came from and exclusive access to their tracking map so you can follow their adventures in real time.

Phone selfies are fine, but tiny photos are real treasures. (My tween took her Instax camera to sleepaway camp and finding her cabinmates hilarious snaps among her dirty laundry was the best thing ever.) The Kodak Printomatic Digital Camera is nice and compact and takes 25 photos on one charge. You can also load it with an SD card to print them later!

This one is actually fun for the entire family! The game play is simple (it literally takes less than three minutes to learn) and the illustrations are ahhdorable. But be warned. They may look cute but games can get intense quickly. So much yelling. In the good way, of course.

If they’re already into skincare or just getting started, JB Skrub is a fabulous brand to stock your teen with. It’s specifically designed for their ever-changing skin so you don’t have to worry about it being too harsh. Packed with four of their best-sellers, including a body wash, face wash, face lotion and impressively effective face pads to check off their whole routine.

With its sweet and fresh floral scent that’s laced with iris, wisteria and bergamot, the new Wildly Me from Florence by Mills is like spring in a bottle. It’s light and not overpowering and ideal for the age set that doesn’t always understand that more isn’t more, you know? My tween has been wearing it and I can’t help but want to steal it for myself.

Combat those late night study seshes with the clever reusable eye masks from Pacifica. The silicone strips are meant to pair with their favorite serum to lock in the ingredients and boost its effectiveness.

If you’re looking for something extra special, the teensy nameplate necklaces from Tiny Tags are just the ticket. The go-with-everything style can be personalized with up to 10 characters in a classic script font.

Baseball season is right around the corner! Keep their locker, bag and closet a little fresher with these deodorizing balls. (Thank us later.)

The glittery MagSafe PopGrips from PopSocket are a big hit with the middle school crowd I’m currently running with.

The adorable crochet kits from The Woobles are made with complete novices in mind. Even if they’ve never touched a crochet hook or following printed instructions isn’t their forte, they’ll knock this out of the park. (Though it may take a little help from you depending on their skills.) The project comes pre-started (because casting on is a real PITA) and the video tutorials are a slam dunk for visual learners. They even offer unlimited help via email and can help in real time with virtual crochet office hours. Completing the project only takes a few hours and once they’ve got the skills, goes even faster the next time.