25 Easter Basket Ideas: Low in Sugar But High in Fun

 

Of course, I’m kidding. But, here are some ideas anyway, because typically my kids get PLENTY of candy from other sources. Of course, I am not kidding about wanting the dark chocolate so hopefully my husband is reading this!

1. Markers – My pick: Crayola Pip-Squeaks – This marker collection is perfect for Easter baskets with names like “Copper Penny” and “Raindrop Blue”
2. Plantable paper seed cards shaped like ducks and bunnies
3. A “Boo-Boo Bunny” (you can DIY or buy)
4. Miniature animals – our dollar store always has packets of these!
5. Tickets to a petting zoo or local attraction
6. These colorful ribbon holders would go perfectly with some bright hair bows.
7. Card Games
8. Jewelry (check out this cute Easter bracelet)
9. Crayons (here is a cute Easter themed crayon roll)
10. I love these handmade rattle Easter chicks!
11. Colored Pencils
12. Colored Goldfish cheese crackers (or orange in these cute carrot DIY packages)
13. Pastel play dough (make your own!) – you could make a batch, color small parts in different colors, and then place in matching plastic eggs.
14. Sock monkey Easter eggs
15. A Tea Set and maybe this adorable felt tea bag and strawberry set to go with it!
16. “Coupons” from Mom and Dad for a one time special privilege (ex. a “ticket” to the park or library, or a dollar treat at the store next time shopping)
17. Some special new music (one of our favorites: Through a Child’s Eyes)
18. Loving this crochet pattern for a miniature Easter bunny in cradle!
19. How about a miniature Easter basket for the dollhouse? (or the Easter bunny in cradle of #18 would also be perfect for the dollhouse!)
20. Sidewalk chalk
21. Melissa and Doug wooden play food or dress up doll set
22. Nail polish formulated for children
23. Max and Ruby beanie set (maybe with a Max and Ruby book)
24. Beach bucket basket with beach toys and a ticket specifying a day you will take them to the beach!
25. And of course, an Easter book (check out my list of over 25 great Easter books!)

What non-candy items do you like to add to your children’s Easter baskets?

I am linking up to: The Kid’s Co-op
Living Life Intentionally

Check out my Easter Basket Idea Pinterest Board for even more ideas!