Ideas for toys, baskets and books
Toddlers are notoriously easy to please. If your little one spent all Christmas morning playing with a cardboard box and ignoring their new toys, you know exactly what I’m talking about. So when it comes to Easter baskets for toddlers, you can really go in many directions. Would they be totally satisfied with a basket full of empty plastic eggs? Probably. But it’s still fun to watch them explore a whole basket full of treats meant for them.
From toys to trinkets and treats, this list is full of fun, toddler-friendly Easter basket ideas. Whether you’re opting for a pre-made basket in your little one’s favorite character or shopping with summer in mind, just be prepared to pick up some faux grass blades for the next month. (You know they gon’ throw that shit away everywhere.)
What to put in an Easter basket for toddlers
Here’s the deal: your little one will be so excited about their Easter basket, no matter what. So it’s totally fine to plan their basket fillers around this you want for them. A practical way to do this is to base their basket on things they’ll need soon, like new socks for their growing feet or a bathing suit for the summer. Alternatively, if your little one is really into something right now – board books, Bluey, strawberries, etc. – you can create a shopping cart full of this thing. Below are some ideas to get you started.
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Toys and Games for Toddlers Easter Baskets
It’s hard to go wrong with a basket full of toys for your little one. This Easter, your little one can get crafty with bunny-shaped crayons, hone their sorting skills with an egg-themed matching game, or snuggle up to a stuffed bunny.
Books for toddler Easter baskets
Unlike the toys or clothes you might put in your little one’s Easter basket this year, a book is something he probably won’t outgrow any time soon. Plus, there are so many sweet choices for the season.
Edible treats for toddler Easter baskets
My own kids were toddlers when I first let them try Peeps. Watching them gnaw on a marshmallow bunny ear was just the cutest thing. Even if you don’t like giving candy to your little one, there are still plenty of delicious edible options for their baskets.
Summer Fun Toddler Easter Basket Ideas
I like to plan ahead, so getting my kids everything they need for the hot summer months for Easter makes sense. Toddlers can have fun in the sun this summer with new sunglasses, bubbles, sand toys, sidewalk chalk and more in their Easter basket.
Portable Easter Basket Ideas for Toddlers
Are the clothes more fun thing for toddlers to dig into an Easter basket? They really can be if you choose the right things. You can totally take advantage of the holidays to refresh your little one’s wardrobe and accessory collection with new slippers, pajamas, socks and more.
Easter basket options for toddlers
Will your little one immediately empty the contents and wear their Easter basket on their head like a crown? Probably. But it’s still an adorable photo shoot, so you want to make sure their basket is (almost) as cute as they are. From custom baskets they can use over and over to baskets pre-filled with their favorite character, there are many different types to choose from.
Personalized Easter baskets for toddlers
Some of the cutest Easter basket choices can be personalized with your little one’s name. For a treasured heirloom that can be used year after year, choose a wicker or rattan style with an embroidered lining. Or opt for a plush, animal-themed basket that your little one can hug and squeeze.
Character Easter Baskets for Toddlers
If your little one can’t get enough paw patrol or is on an endless Peppa Pig kick, there’s probably an Easter basket with their favorite movie and TV characters. For Disney lovers, it’s hard to go wrong with a Mickey Mouse or Baby Yoda Easter basket.
Classic Easter baskets for toddlers
If you don’t like character baskets and just want something simple for your little one to carry around while they hunt for eggs that will also look cute in a picture, these classic Easter baskets might be just the thing. you are looking for.
Premade Easter baskets for toddlers
Instead of buying a variety of toys and treats and putting them all in a personalized basket, make the Easter bunny job super simple this year and opt for a pre-filled basket for your little one. Whether you opt for a basket full of plush toys or a basket full of themed trinkets, it’s hard to go wrong.
