Bunny, kid and earth-approved Easter gifts for kids (that won’t end up in the rubbish)
Easter is just around the corner, so it's time to plan the ultimate egg hunt, decorate vibrant Easter eggs, and, of course, put together the perfect Easter basket!
While chocolate bunnies and sugary treats are holiday staples, your basket doesn’t have to be a sugar or plastic overload. If you’re looking to switch things up this year, you’re in for a (non-candy and totes Earth-friendly) treat!
Swap out the short-lived clutter for enchanting children’s books, durable toys, hands-on experiences, and keepsake treasures that kids will cherish long after the chocolate is gone. They also provide the perfect activities for parents wondering what to do during the Easter holidays.
This year, let’s make Easter fun and a little more planet-friendly with these great Easter gifts.
Creative and artistic
Rainbow crayons
Why settle for basic crayons when you can give your kid a magical, eco-friendly way to unleash their inner Picasso? Just be sure they’re the non-toxic kind!
We love the Little Wild & Green’s Eco Crayons – they’re 100% plant-based with pigments from plants, seeds and flowers. The set includes yellow, orange, green, purple, pink, and blue colours.
Colouring books and activity pads
This classic Easter basket item is always a huge hit! These are great for quiet time and boost focus, patience, and creativity.
Check out the Easter Book by Blueberry & Co as an eco-friendly option. It has 12 pages of beautiful Easter designs, all printed on PEFC Certified paper, which means it’s sourced from well-managed and environmentally sustainable plantation forests. Plus, you’ll be supporting a small business!
DIY art kits
The best part about DIY arts and crafts is that those creations have a long life.
Kaisercraft has some very cool Easter crafts – our top picks being the Make Your Own Felt Basket, Rock Painting Easter Craft Kit, and Paint Your Own Wooden Decorations.
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Plush and cuddly Easter gifts
Bunny and chick-themed stuffed animals
Soft, snuggly, and destined to be loved. Well, that is, until Easter is over and they get replaced by the next obsession! (IYKYK!) But hey, they still make great additions because they won’t melt in the sun like a chocolate bunny.
What about this Knitted Bunny Toy from Purebaby? It’s made from soft cotton knit that’s gentle against your little one’s skin.
Soft baby blankets with Easter designs
Warm Easter blankets with delicate weaves and patterns are ideal for infants or young snugglers.
Check out this Peter Rabbit baby blanket from Pottery Barn Kids. The classic print is too cute for words, and we love that it has year-round appeal.
Emotional support plush toys (Slumberkins)
Slumberkins aren’t just plush toys; they’re tiny, unlicensed therapists. (And honestly, I wouldn’t mind one as an adult because they’re just great listeners!)
So yes, I totally recommend adding this fuzzy companion to your basket for that unwavering emotional support that sometimes, as parents, we just don’t have the energy for.
They have a super cute Easter bundle featuring Rainbow Bunny KinFlip, Clover Peep KinFlip, and Sunny Bee KinFlip. These soft toys flip into a surprise egg!
Easter-themed toys that they'll actually play with
In case you’re new to this, here’s a fun heads-up – most Easter basket toys have a lifespan of about 48 hours before they mysteriously vanish or are quickly forgotten.
That’s why here are two fun and interactive toys that might just survive the post-Easter purge:
Easter-themed LEGO sets
Spring-themed LEGO sets bring hours of creativity, problem-solving, and building fun.
The Decorative Easter Egg lets kids make their own Easter egg and decorate it with colourful LEGO elements. It makes the cutest piece of home decor.
There’s also the 3-in-1 Cute Bunny with a posable head, ears, forelegs and hindlegs (plus it comes with a sunflower and a carrot!)
Bunny-themed fidget toys and puzzles
Tiny hands love to squish, squeeze, and stretch stress-relieving toys, so add a few to your basket.
They’re perfect for keeping kids occupied while you attempt to drink a hot cup of coffee for once.
For younger kids, the Easter Friends Puzzle from Arlo & Co is super cute. We love that it’s made with bamboo and comes in its own drawstring bag. You can even write a personalised name and message on it!
Outdoor and active play gifts
Sidewalk chalk
Give kids a reason to head outside and turn the sidewalk into their personal masterpiece. Whether it’s a hopscotch course, a rainbow explosion, or some weird dude with a missing torso and oversized arms, colourful chalk makes outdoor play such a breeze!
They’re also the perfect tool to create an Easter-themed piece of art, right on the driveway.
Crayola has Washable Sideway Chalk that comes in 64 different bright, bold colours.
Personalised jump ropes
Nothing burns off Easter candy faster than jump rope marathons. Personalize with your child’s name or favourite colours for a special touch—because everything is way cooler when it’s personalized.
Oversized bubble wands
No batteries, no screens, just pure, soapy joy!
Oversized bubble wands let kids create giant floating bubbles. They’re perfect for running, popping, and accidentally knocking over half the bottles. Plus, they’re a super fun activity if you’re stuck for tween party ideas.
Stop by Big W and grab the Gazillion Giant Incredibubble Wand, which is specially formulated to create huge bubbles.
Bath and self-care Easter treats
Easter-themed bath bombs
Drop one in the tub and watch it fizz! Not only do bath bombs smell fantastic and come in adorable Easter shapes like eggs and bunnies, but you can also DIY your way and whip up a batch yourself.
We’re obsessed with the Bunny & Carrot Bath Bombs Duo from Dusk – talk about cute!
Bunny-inspired soap sets
Feeling cosy this Easter? Dusk has got the goods again with an assortment of Bunny Soaps in soft pastel colours.
Each of the four soaps has a different Easter scent. Hot Cross Buns exudes hints of lemon zest, dried fruits and cinnamon spice; Bunny Biscuits smells of vanilla, white chocolate, and icing sugar; Spiced Carrot cake features sweet spices, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon; and Treasure Garden captures the essence of lily of the valley and jasmine.
Egg-cellent learning gifts and books
Why should Easter be all about chocolate and sugar rushes when it can also be about books, learning, and a few great story sessions?
Here’s how to fill those baskets with brain-boosting fun – without the sugar crash.
Easter-themed storybooks
Let’s talk bunnies! No, seriously. Some of the best books I found fascinating as a child were centred around rabbits.
Peter Rabbit, Alice in Wonderland, and We’re Going on an Egg Hunt.
So yes, add a book and reel in all that seasonal charm. Peek this beautiful special edition of Alice in Wonderland!
Interactive learning games
Make learning part of the Easter fun by adding games like Easter Bingo, crossword puzzles, or even egg bowling (yes, it’s a thing). These keep kids entertained and secretly learning. It’s like slipping spinach into a smoothie – sneaky, but effective.
A favourite of ours is the Easter Memory Card Game from Modern Monty. It includes 24 cards (2 of each) featuring beautifully illustrated Easter themes. It’s designed and illustrated in Australia, and made from recycled card stock for premium quality.
Personalised name books for kids
Put your child’s name in a book and notice how they actually care about it!
Suddenly, they’re the hero of the story. It’s a keepsake they’ll treasure, or at least keep on the shelf until they’re old enough to roll their eyes at it.
A beautiful option is this Magical Easter Adventure Personalised Story Book by My Story Tale. The story touches on friendship, wonder, and the importance of believing in the magic all around us – and you can put your child at the centre of it.
Easter basket stuffers
Go on and surprise your little bunnies with these adorable basket stuffers:
- Mini figurines or tiny Lego figures
- Stickers (glow-in-the-dark, textured reflective and the glittery kind)
- Temporary Tattoos and Fun Trinkets
- Bunny-Shaped Erasers and Pencil Toppers
- Whistles or a didgeridoo (only if you folks can stand the chaos)
- Easter-themed Slime
- Wooden Yo-Yos and Spinning Tops (Kinda old school)
- Seed Packets for a “Grow Your Own Garden” Gift
- Socks with Fun Easter Prints
- DIY Craft Kits and Bead Sets
- Mini Magnifying Glasses for Little Explorers
Wrapping it up
In all the craziness of Easter, these gifts can be a way to connect and make memories together for a memorable holiday at home.
You might even find they become a beautiful keepsake that your family holds onto for years to come.
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