20 Easter Basket Ideas for Toddlers and Babies That Don't Involve Candy

Bunny rabbits, chicks and ducklings are the unofficial mascots of spring—so a rubber duck is an awesome choice if you’re looking for baby Easter basket ideas. This clever bath toy is suitable from birth and will make bathtime a little more entertaining for your own little ducky. What’s more, a safety disc on the underside of the duck reveals the word “hot” when the water temperature is too high. Genius!

Age rating: 0+ months

What’s up, doc? This chewy carrot teether will keep baby’s gums happy as they cut their first teeth and get them used to various new textures—plus, it’s pretty darn cute to boot. Baby’ll enjoy the bright colors as they munch on it, holding tight to the handles that have been designed with little fingers in mind. It’s also BPA-free and easy to clean.

Age rating: 0+ months

While this tender story was not written with Easter celebrations in mind, we can’t help but think it'll suit the vibe perfectly! As you turn the pages of this book, inside you’ll find a story about boundless love that your little one should enjoy hearing time and time again. This particular version of the beloved children’s tale has been turned into a durable board book for infants, so it’s easy for tiny hands to hold on to. This book is a favorite of Daniel C., dad of one and associate director of e-commerce content for The Bump. “This book was an early present from grandma,” he tells us, “and it was in our bedtime rotation for years.”

Age rating: 0+ months

This adorable onesie from Finn & Emma is made from super soft, organic cotton that’s gentle on sensitive skin, and is adorned with the words “snuggle bunny”, along with an abstract rabbit illustration. Dress them up in this for the Easter Sunday festivities, and baby is sure to get lots of compliments (and cuddles).

Age rating: 0 to 12 months

It’s no secret that infants love high-contrast designs, meaning this black-and-white activity pad is sure to pique their interest on Easter and for many days to come. The stimulating design was created to boost visual development and motor skills. As baby plays, they’ll discover crinkly details, a rattle, a wooden teething ring and a squeaking element—how fun!

Age rating: 0+ months

Put baby’s best (rabbit) foot forward with these adorable booties. Made from ultra-soft merino wool, these hand-knitted bunny socks will keep your little one’s toes warm this spring and add a little whimsy to baby’s growing wardrobe. You can even choose from a bunch of different colors (like brown, pink, or blue) so that they match with baby’s Easter Sunday best.

Age rating: 0 to 9 months

Celebrate April showers with this fun rattle toy. Easy for little hands to hold and shake, this toy makes a soothing pitter-patter rain sound and is topped off with a plush, smiling cloud. It’s suitable for even the youngest infants, making it a great Easter basket idea for babies that provide plenty of hours of entertainment.

Age rating: 0+ months

While baby won’t have a face covered in chocolate by the end of the day, that doesn’t mean they won’t get messy! And this personalized baby bib will at least keep their clothes clean from any food or drool. You can even add your little one’s name to the sweet egg-themed graphic printed on the front of the bib to commemorate their very first Easter in style.

Age rating: 0+ months

Sweet dreams are guaranteed with our next Easter basket gift idea for babies. Featuring cute little bunnies and plush, pink stars, this crib mobile will not only help to refine your sweetheart’s eye-tracking skills and provide some distraction, but it’ll also play Brahms' Lullaby to soothe and calm them. What’s more, it's lightweight and easy to attach to most cribs.

Age rating: 0+ months

To round off our baby Easter basket gift ideas, we have this sentimental choice. This beautiful wooden sign will commemorate baby’s first Easter with their name, the year and your choice of punny bunny-related phrases. As if that’s not enough, when your sign arrives, you can spend a little arts and crafts time with baby and print their hand or footprints on the sign for an added touch.

Age rating: 0+ months

Teach your tot that veggies can taste just as good as candy with these yummy snacks. Earth’s Best organic veggie straws are made from delicious, healthy ingredients like spinach, potatoes and tomatoes. These can work as a great Easter basket filler that will satisfy any food cravings your little one may have during the Easter festivities.

Age rating: 2+ years

Little kids love repetition and bright colors, so they’ll happily pass the time stacking the numbered carrot rings on accompanying pegs—with Rabbit lending a helping hand, of course—as they learn to count to ten. If you’re looking for educational Easter basket ideas for toddlers, this is the best of the bunch.

Age rating: 18+ months

Crafted from brightly colored beech wood, these egg-shaped shakers are perfect for an impromptu dance party this spring. Each shaker has a different sound: one jingles, one chirps, one clicks and the others rattle for a fun auditory experience. Talk about egg-cellent Easter basket ideas for toddlers!

Age rating: 2 to 4 years

Easter coincides with the start of spring, and this is a toy that can be played with both inside and outdoors—a great gift for this time of year. Available in a rainbow of color options, the rounded dome can be used for just about anything; your kiddo could use it as a sand scooper, a wobbly seat that spins, a bed for their stuffed animals or possibly an Easter basket itself! The list of uses goes on and on, and it’ll foster a sense of imagination and playfulness in your kiddo.

Age rating: 2+ years

At first, this may seem like your average egg carton—but it’s actually a shape-sorting toy. The clever design comes with six eggs, each featuring a shell that “cracks” open to reveal a colorful baby chick inside. They even have an auditory feature where the chicks inside the eggs chirp. While your little one plays with these, they’ll improve on their color and shape recognition, as well as their sorting skills and hand-eye coordination.

Age rating: 18+ months

Slumberkins champions emotional learning by teaching little ones about their feelings through play. The brand offers a variety of empowering books and sweet stuffed animals to choose from—just like these dragon egg hatchlings that they’ve created especially for spring. Choose your kiddo’s favorite color, and on the big day, they’ll be able to “crack” open the paper egg, decorate it with the positive stickers included and have a new fluffy pal to join them for many snuggles and playtimes to come. You’ll also appreciate that this Easter basket idea is free from plastic to boot.

Age rating: N/A

If your toddler is a bookworm, a personalized story is bound to make them smile. The story follows a bunny and his friends as they prepare for an egg hunt, which your little one can help them find along the way. They’ll also get a kick out of seeing their name on the cover and on the pages. Reading this book is sure to become a tradition every Easter in your household!

Age rating: 0+ months

Designed for ages one and up, Poke-a-Dot learning cards are the ultimate Easter basket fillers for toddlers and preschoolers. The cards offer a hands-on way to learn early language skills in a unique and fun way. Each flashcard features a letter along with a corresponding object and poppable dots to keep little hands busy and little minds engaged.

Age rating: 12+ months

Bathtime is going to be way more fun with this colorful watering can! Your budding gardener can start developing their fine motor skills by filling, gripping, and pouring this kid-friendly toy. They’ll love the rain-like sensation that comes from water pouring out the flower-shaped spout as it splashes in the bath. You can even take it outside and teach your tot all about caring for nature and what it takes to make flowers grow. It’s spring, after all!

Age rating: 18+ months

Last up on our list of toddler Easter basket ideas is this variety pack of snacks from Annie’s. You can take these tasty treats with you on the go, ready for whenever your kid gets a little hungry. You’ll have the choice between cheddar bunnies, cheddar squares and bunny grahams, all of which are free from artificial flavors and high-fructose corn syrup. They’ll give your toddler a nice boost of energy to keep them hopping along for the Easter celebrations.

Age rating: N/A