Easter for toddlers is so exciting. Each of our kids have loved seeing what the Easter bunny brings. It’s a fun time to have a little 2-year-old seeing things with wonder. As a parent, finding the best 2 year old Easter basket ideas can also feel tricky. Toddlers are too young for some things, but old enough to get excited and want the fun. We’ve tried our best to gather fun Easter basket ideas for the youngest of kids. Here we go!
Understanding The Toddler Mindset
Toddlers are little explorers who navigate the world with curiosity. Their interaction with Easter gifts isn’t just about new toys but is about satisfying the urge to touch, taste, and discover. With sensory play being a pillar of child development at this age, choosing sensory items is always a safe bet. Also it’s helpful if you pick size-appropriate items. So chunky chalk or crayons will be better for little hands than smaller items. Everything your 2-year-old grasps, every button they push, and every page they turn, helps them learn.
Non-Candy easter Basket Stuffers
Kids get so much candy at Easter! Even if you put a focus on non-candy items, you’ll still likely have a day filled with sugar! Skip the sugar rush with Easter basket stuffers that will fill a need, or help your child explore something new.
These thoughtful basket stuffers promise more than sugar highs; they offer engaging experiences and memories that endure well beyond the egg hunts of Easter morning.
Creative Play with Easter-Themed Toys
- Plush Easter Bunnies: Snuggly friends that bring Easter fun and provide comfort and imaginative play opportunities for your little one. Our daughter has this bunny and it’s so soft and sweet.
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- Easter Egg Chalk: Let your 2-year-old turn your front sidewalk into their own art canvas with egg-shaped chalk, perfect for tiny hands to grip and create masterpieces. I love these chalk because they are the perfect size for little hands to grasp. Nice and chunky!
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- Easter Basket Duplo Blocks: These Duplo blocks inspire budding engineers to construct their very own Easter creations. This growing carrot is adorable!
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- Bunny Hop Sack: Jump into fun with a rabbit-themed hop sack, which helps develop balance, coordination, and laughter-filled races for your little one.
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- Easter Puzzles: These cute Easter puzzles with interlocking pieces shaped like eggs, chickens, carrots, and bunnies are a fun puzzle-solving challenge.
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- Sensory Easter Eggs: Filled with different materials, these tactile eggs stimulate the senses and can be a delightful discovery in any Easter hunt. We got these shaker eggs from Grandma when our twins were just tiny and they loved them so much!
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- Easter Sticker Sets: Allow your toddler to decorate with colorful stickers, encouraging creativity and fine motor skills.
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- Easter Dress-Up Kit: Let your child’s imagination run free with this Easter dress up. Our bunny-loving little girl LOVES having bunny ears on hand during Easter time. Bonus: These make a great photo opportunity on Easter!
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Easter Books for Toddlers
Books about Easter are the best kind of addition to any 2-year-old’s Easter basket. These are a few of our favorites:
- Laura Numeroff (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Fans of Goodnight Goodnight Construction Site |Truck and construction fans|Parents looking for an interactive read-aloud experience|Easter shoppers and gift-givers|Fans of lift-the-flap books
- Hardcover Book
- Mumford, Martha (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Schertle, Alice (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Cotter, Bill (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Each book is a treasure trove of colorful illustrations and captivating tales that not only make reading a part of everyday fun but also nestle into nighttime routines, transforming those precious moments before sleep into enchanting Easter adventures.
Outdoor Fun: Encouraging Active Play
Get those little legs moving and hearts pumping with exciting outdoor Easter toys that spur on active play.
Sensory Table. Put water in one side and keep the sand on the other, or fill both with sand! Our toddlers have all loved a sensory table.
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Bubbles. Bubbles are such a fun way to lure your toddler outside!
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Or, if you don’t want to blow bubbles for your 2-year-old (it does get old), grab this automatic bubble machine. It’s a game changer!
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Splash pool. Summer is coming soon. Easter is a great chance to stock up on some of the things you’ll need for summer.
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Scooter. If you have a little extra room, a scooter can be a fun addition!
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Bug catcher. For some reason, all of our kids have loved these little bug catchers! They make a great addition to toddler Easter basket.
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Gardening tools for toddlers. Does your family garden? Our kids love having their own set of gardening tools to help us in the garden.
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These Easter gifts encourage physical activity that is important at this stage of your toddler’s growth.
Clothing Easter Basket Ideas for 2 Year Olds
Our family almost always does some kind of clothing for Easter baskets. It’s a great time to stock up on church clothing or summer essentials.
Easter Themed Clothing Sets–I love these sweet bunny clothing sets!
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Toddler Clothes for Easter Sunday–Easter Sunday is a wonderful time to dress up and strut your stuff. Not to mention that 2-year-old’s look so cute in fancy Easter dresses and suits!
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Summer Clothing–Is your toddler a little short on summer clothing? Pick up shorts, short sleeve shirts, and more before the season really sets in.
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Swimsuits–It’s almost swimming season. A swimsuit in your toddlers Easter basket is a fun way to get ready for that!
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Umbrellas–Our son has been asking for an umbrella for several months. Little does he know that he’ll be getting on in his Easter basket this year! He’s not 2 anymore, but he would have loved an umbrella at 2-years-old!
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Summer Sandals. Add cute sandals to your toddlers Easter basket. Even if it’s still cold outside. Because before you know it, summer will be here!
- Lightweight: These summer sandals feature a lightweight design to keep your child feeling comfortable all day long without feeling fatigued
- Ultra comfort: We use soft materials and foam padding to ensure your child’s everyday wear experience is as comfortable as possible
- SLIDES — An easy slip-on style for warm weather.
- FABRIC — Made of 100% polyurethane
I have found that clothing makes a great Easter basket filler for kids of any age! You are buying things your kids already need, and presenting it to them in a fun way. If I know that all my kids need swimsuits, putting them into an Easter basket makes it fun and I needed to buy them anyway, so it’s not a huge hit to my budget!
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Watch as your child’s little hands dive into their baskets, and remember, they grow so fast! Next year your little toddler will be a little faster and eager to jump into the Easter egg hunts. For today, enjoy their sweet giggles as they see the wonderful things in their Easter basket!
