These Easter basket stuffers will inspire tons of hands-on, minds-on, full body play!
We’re getting ready to celebrate Easter, and today’s blog post is a celebration of hands-on, whole-body toys that make the perfect Easter basket stuffers for kids!
Beyond the chocolate eggs and marshmallow bunnies, we’re delving into fun toys and products that are designed to ignite learning, imagination, and play. These gems not only add a dash of joy to Easter morning but also serve as powerful tools for healthy development. From fine motor skills to gross motor play, each of these Easter basket stuffers has been handpicked by our team of pediatric therapists to engage, educate, and entertain!
Easter Basket Stuffers to Ignite Engagement and Learning
Introducing new toys isn’t just about adding to a collection and it doesn’t mean spending a ton of money. But new toys can be a catalyst for imagination and increased engagement for kids. Fresh new toys (when chosen thoughtfully) can inspire a sense of wonder, encouraging children to explore, create, and move their bodies!
These are our top choices for hands-on, movement-based toys that make ideal Easter basket stuffers for kids!
Play Doh Eggs
Every kid’s favorite toy – Play Doh! But give it an Easter theme! These cute Play Doh filled eggs are the perfect Easter basket stuffers for kids who love hands-on sensory play!
Light Up Pop Tubes
Another kid favorite! We love pop tubes because they can promote bilateral coordination and because of the cool sound they make! They’re great to play with independently or with a friend! But these pop tubes are extra special because they light up!!
Sticker Wow Book
You may have seen our favorite Water Wow books from Melissa and Doug, and now they’ve come out with a new twist – Sticker Wow! These books come with a refillable tool that dispenses stickers onto the pages to match the spots.
Found It Scavenger Hunt Game
We love these indoor scavenger hunt cards to get kids up and moving (and thinking!) Perfect for a rainy spring day – kids will love these Easter basket stuffers!
Write and Learn Cards
These bright, bold writing practice cards are perfect for preschoolers and early elementary aged kids who are learning how to trace shapes, numbers, and letters!
Active Movement Dice
These fun movement dice give kids a chance to move like different animals! The set also includes number and action dice, so kids can perform a certain number of movements (e.g. roll, jump), moving like whichever animal they roll!
Stepping Stones
These pretty little stepping stones would be perfect for creating an obstacle course in your living room or for playing a game of “Floor is Lava”!
Play Scarves
These play scarves are such a fun idea for Easter basket stuffers! Looking for fun ideas and ways to play? Check out these activities using streamers and these scarf games for kids!
Streamer Balls
If you’re playing with kids who are learning how to catch a ball and throw – these streamer balls are an awesome addition to their Easter baskets!
Marble Fidgets
Keep little hands busy with these fun marble fidgets that are great for the car, restaurants, or waiting rooms!