The Bunny knows that toddlers need different goodies in their basket Easter morning. Elementary and tween-age fillers aren’t gonna do it (and probably wouldn’t interest them, anyway). Even if you plan to include a little candy (after making sure it’s toddler-safe, of course), we want to make sure they have lots of fun to unpack after the egg hunt. Whether you’re all about the big mega-baskets for the holiday or sticking to a few sweet gifts, these Easter basket ideas for toddlers are definitely going to deliver.
We rounded up all the bunnies, stuffies, crafts, and toys that are pretty much guaranteed to get them giddier than a Cadbury Creme Egg ever could. Not that we’re not into Cadbury Creme Eggs, but you know what we mean. They’re little kid-appropriate, a ton of fun, and they’re also going to last beyond Easter morning. Pretty “sweet” deal, huh? Take a look at our Easter basket ideas for toddlers below and get ready to take some ultra-adorable pics, too!
Hide & Cheep Chicken Coop
Each little chicken fits in its own egg that pops right into the coop, revealing a newly hatched feathered friend behind the coop’s doors. Follow their story with the included book!
Hide & Cheep Chicken Coop ($12.49)—Buy Here!
Peter Rabbit Bath Towel
We’re all for anything that makes bathtime more fun for them (and easier on you!), but it’s the adorable cotton tail detail on this ultra-soft bath towel that we just can’t get over.
Peter Rabbit Bath Towel ($49.00)—Buy Here!
Melissa & Doug Scented Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Coloring Activity Pad
Easter’s just a little sweeter, thanks to this set of 2 water-activated coloring pads. Just use the included chunky water pen to reveal the colored pictures and release yummy scents, too—no candy required!
Reusable Water-Reveal Coloring Activity Pad, Set of 2 ($19.99)—Buy Here!
duplo Balancing & Stacking Tree
These baby owls are ready to teach you balancing, building, and stacking, with a little bit of silly wobbling, too.
duplo Balancing & Stacking Tree ($19.99)—Buy Here!
Easter Hunt: Over 800 Egg-citing Objects!
Hunt for dyed eggs, Easter treats, and funny bunnies in this book—there are over 800 things to spot!
Easter Hunt: Over 800 Egg-citing Objects! ($8.59)—Buy Here!
Butterfly Bliss Magnetic Dress-up
With this magnetic play set and over 40 mix-and-match magnetic clothing pieces and wings, your little one’s creativity is completely limitless.
Butterfly Bliss Magnetic Dress-up ($17.99)—Buy Here!
Bunnies in the Garden Marker Set
Carrot-shaped markers are obviously darling, but they also happen to be the perfect size and shape for little hands!
Bunnies in the Garden Marker Set ($18.00)—Buy Here!
Hatchimals Alive Carton
This is no ordinary egg carton! Five Hatchimals need love, care, and attention as they magically come to life under your watch.
Hatchimals Alive Carton ($19.45)—Buy Here!
Dinky Dinkums Fluffle Family
Each sweet Fluffle Family babydoll is the perfect friend for Easter. They’re posable and gently weighted, making them ideal for little ones.
Dinky Dinkums Fluffle Family ($25.00/ea)—Buy Here!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Vegetable Garden
If we know anything about the Very Hungry Caterpillar, it’s that he’s always on the lookout for his next snack. In this seek-and-find book, kiddos can help him find eggplants, potatoes, green peas, and more!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Vegetable Garden ($7.99)—Buy Here!
Garden Pals Coloring Book & Crayon Set
Spring has sprung in the Garden Pals Coloring Book, and the included crayons and convenient carrying handle make it easy to take the blooms wherever you go.
Garden Pals Coloring Book & Crayon Set ($9.95)—Buy Here!
Mini Farmstand Sorting Set
There’s nothing like a farmer’s market in the spring, and this sorting set helps your little farmers get all set up to sell their wares. The Mini Farmstand Sorting Set even includes play money!
Mini Farmstand Sorting Set ($19.99)—Buy Here!
Kinetic Sand SquishBlossom
Bring on the blooms with the SquishBlossom playset from Kinetic Sand! Design your flower in the mold, then press it into the included flower pot to watch it bloom before your eyes.
Kinetic Sand SquishBlossom ($9.97)—Buy Here!
Little Blue Truck and Racer Red
Beep! Beep! Beep! Little Blue Truck is on the move again, and this time, he’s learning that races are all about having fun when he meets Racer Red!
Little Blue Truck and Racer Red ($15.98)—Buy Here!
Disney Official Thumper Plush
Who better than our pal Thumper to hop into your little bunny’s Easter basket?
Disney Official Thumper Plush ($28.28)—Buy Here!
Official Bluey Chalk Art
How could we forget Bluey and Bingo, especially now that the weather is nice enough for chalk art fun on the sidewalk?
Official Bluey Chalk Art ($7.49)—Buy Here!
Moulin Roty Gardening Tools, Set of 3
Help them develop their green thumb with this sweet gardening tool set from Moulin Roty.
Moulin Roty Gardening Tools, Set of 3 ($34.00)—Buy Here!
Connetix Magnetic Tiles Pastel Transport Pack, 50pc
The fun doesn’t have to end on Easter! Infuse some springtime color into your kids’ STEM-focused play with these pastel magnetic tiles, easily able to be used with other Connetix Tiles playsets.
Connetix Magnetic Tiles Pastel Transport Pack, 50pc ($75.00)—Buy Here!
Layered Sidewalk Chalk Egg Set
Why use one color when you can use three? These egg-shaped sidewalk chalks feature a multi-layered design and easy-to-grip shape for maximum artistic freedom.
Layered Sidewalk Chalk Egg Set ($8.99)—Buy Here!
Mini Frog Carabiner Flashlight
This miniature flashlight frog is easy to use and even easier to take with you since its carabiner-style handle hooks onto backpacks, bags, lunch boxes, and more. Available in 6 other animal options, too.
Mini Frog Carabiner Flashlight ($12.49)—Buy Here!
Crayola Light-Ups Recolorable Bunny & Egg
Design your bunny or egg using ultra-clean, washable markers from Crayola, then flip the switch and watch them glow! You can even wipe them off and color them all over again.
Crayola Light-Ups Recolorable Bunny ($7.99)—Buy Here!
Crayola Light-Ups Recolorable Egg ($9.99)—Buy Here!
Stacking Flowers Playset
Toddlers will spend hours building and rebuilding bouquets of colorful (BPA-free) plastic flowers! When they’re all done, just store them in the included box.
Stacking Flowers Playset ($21.99)—Buy Here!
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