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19 Adorable Easter Basket Gifts (That Aren’t Candy) for Kids of All Ages

Megan Gray
Megan Gray
Estate sales, yard sales, and antique shops were regular weekend destinations for my brother and me as kids. My parents, always on the hunt for period-appropriate decor for our Staten Island 19th-century house, made sure of it. Since then, I’ve had a love for home design and…read more
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Children on an Easter Egg hunt.
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This Easter, I’m aiming for an Easter basket filled with toys, games, and art supplies — anything to limit the massive sugar haul my kids collect during holidays (I’m still rationing out Halloween candy!). If you’re on the same mission, I’ve compiled a list of the best non-candy Easter gifts for kids from places like Amazon, Maisonette, IKEA, and more. From cute LEGO sets to charming carrot-shaped markers, these finds are sure to impress even the Easter bunny (and they start at $5!). Now that’s pretty sweet.

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Cute Bunny Toy
$20$1715% off

One of my favorite traditions is getting a holiday-themed LEGO set that our family can build together. With 326 pieces, this one is recommended for ages 8 and up and allows kids to create a fully posable bunny, llama, or seal.

$17 at Amazon
Bunnies In The Garden Marker Set
$18$14

Add these carrot-shaped markers to any Easter basket for an extra bit of cuteness. You get six in a pack, and they’re great for kids over 3 years old. If you’re looking for more adorable finds from Maisonette, the retailer is having a big sale right now.

$14 at Maisonette
SANDIG 10-Piece Sand Ice Cream Set
$5

I was surprised by how much mileage we got out of this simple 10-piece ice cream set after purchasing it for my sons. For only $5, it includes a small bucket, scoop, four cones, and four cups. We've used it everywhere — at the beach, in the bathtub, and even playing ice cream shop in the living room.

$5 at IKEA
Welcome to the Rabbit Residence
$18

This charming seek-and-find story features a ton of adorable bunny illustrations. The book includes a large double-gatefold spread that opens to display all 25 rooms, each containing its own storyline that interconnects with other stories for kids to discover. As they read through the simple story, they can hop to the back for additional items to spot.

$18 at Amazon
3D Printed Dragon Eggs
$16$1038% off

Bring a touch of magic to your Easter baskets with this delightful four-pack of iridescent dragon eggs. Inside each egg is an 8.2-inch, 3D-printed dragon in shimmering colors. You can also purchase six-packs and 24-packs.

$10 at Amazon
How to Catch the Easter Bunny
$11$645% off

My 6-year-old loves the How to Catch book series, and this holiday-themed option is a great pick. As kids read about laying traps to try and snare the Easter Bunny, it may even inspire them to set up their own adorable traps.

$6 at Amazon
Robot Sensory Travel Toy
$12$925% off

I love these robots, and my sons are huge fans. They are incredibly versatile: You can stick them just about anywhere, thanks to their suction cup hands and feet, and their limbs are designed to pop, wrinkle, stretch, and wrap.

$9 at Amazon
Easter And Spring Stories Tonie
$20

This Easter Tonie is a solid pick if your kids are already big fans of Tonies (like mine are). This particular Tonie offers 52 minutes of stories and songs, centering on a little spring chick's quest to find a friend on the farm. It's a wonderful way for children to learn about the start of spring, the strength of friendship, and the joy of discovering new games.

$20 at Tonies
Polly Pocket x Peeps
$17$1229% off

This Polly Pocket and Peeps collaboration makes a great Easter basket gift. Combining Easter's most iconic candy with a classic playset, this super cute collab includes two sets, six micro dolls, clip keychains, and more, making it an absolute slam dunk.

$12 at Amazon
MÅLA Felt-Tip Pen
$4

For a simple activity that will keep kids busy for hours, pair these felt tip pens with a roll of MÅLA paper. This pack is a great deal, offering 24 pens for just $4. Plus, IKEA promises they can be washed from most surfaces using just soap and water.

$4 at IKEA
Connetix Magnetic Tiles Pastel Mini Pack
$39

Magnetic tiles are a hit with my kids, and more tiles mean bigger builds. This pastel pack of 40 pieces is a great addition to their collection (and it’s travel-friendly!). The magnets are strong, and the best part is that this set works seamlessly with other brands of magnetic tiles.

$39 at Amazon
Pink Chicken Bunny Plush
$69

This 8-inch-tall bunny plush is an adorable and essential Easter basket addition (and a cute part of the Pink Chicken x West Elm collab). Its size makes it ideal for a little one to tote around, and it perfectly complements the rest of the collection.

$69 at West Elm
The World’s Smallest Uno
$13

This itty-bitty version of the family-favorite game Uno,is easy to learn and delightful. Plus, its mini size makes it great for road trips, keeping busy at restaurants, and more. Due to small parts, it is not for kids under 3.

$13 at Amazon
Over the Rainbow Temporary Tattoos
$8

Give your little ones a fun makeover with these temporary tattoos. The pack includes three sheets of temporary tattoos featuring everything from ice cream scoops and rainbows to unicorns, rockets, and narwhals (with more options here). Ooly says they're non-toxic, easy to apply, and can last up to five days. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

$8 at Maisonette
Crayola® My First Crayola 3-Pack Palm Grasp Crayons
$6

What's more ideal for an Easter basket than little egg-shaped crayons? Crayola says they're non-toxic and designed to be easy for chubby little hands to grasp, making them suitable for children as young as 12 months to start scribbling. Plus, these crayons are built to last: Each of the three crayons (red, yellow, and blue) in the pack is equal to 14 regular-sized crayons.

$6 at Target
Manhattan Toy Company Classic Baby Beads
$19

For the littlest ones, a fun and bright addition to their Easter basket is this classic baby toy: a set of 12 vibrant beads strung together with elastic and made of non-toxic wood, according to Fat Brain Toys. Suitable for ages 3 months and up, this perfectly sized toy encourages manual dexterity and exploration as babies enjoy clinking and shaking the beads.

$19 at Fat Brain Toys
Meri Meri Bunny Embroidery Kit
$24

Give your little one a sweet and creative outlet with this wooden bunny embroidery kit. It's a wonderful little keepsake that includes everything needed to decorate the bunny with lovely floral designs, and even a way to hang their creation in their room.

$24 at Maisonette
Fairy House Garden
$40$36

This adorable model building kit provides everything kids over 4 need to design a fairy house and garden. After they build, paint, and decorate it, they can proudly display their finished creation in their room or any spot where fairies might gather.

$36 at Maisonette
Easter Hidden Pictures Puzzles to Highlight
$7$614% off

I'm a big fan of all things Highlights, from the classic magazine to their extensive activity books. This particular $6 option is a great find. It includes over 20 puzzles featuring hidden Easter items and comes with a marker for kids to circle what they discover. It's my go-to item to pack whenever we anticipate waiting or downtime while out.

$6 at Amazon

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