We donated most of the kids’ Halloween candy last year, and yet they still have candy leftover from the small stash we allowed them to keep, plus Christmas and Valentine’s Day treats. They have also been collecting more chocolate this season through Easter egg hunts and prizes, so the last thing my kids need is more candy for Easter.
This year I decided to focus on collecting some items that are both fun and practical. I want them to be greeted with a fun basket when they wake up on Easter morning that won’t have them bouncing off the walls. My biggest tip is to think ahead. Spring is here and Summer is coming. What do the kids really NEED. It’s okay to stuff baskets with necessities, the things you were going to buy at some point in the immediate future. I feel better about giving practical gifts because I know that they will be used.
Right now we are thinking about prepping for the summer season: The kids need flip flops, sun glasses, beach and pool toys, etc. Books and movies are always great ideas along with arts and crafts, etc.
Here are a few of the cute non-candy gifts I got for my kids this year.
I like giving them books, a small toy and a movie. It’s fun to go outside the candy!
Sharing this post with my cousin who has three little daughters. Those girls love arts and crafts and I am sure these non candy gift ideas will keep them busy.
Great ideas! My girls got a board game and adult coloring books. I did put a little candy in each basket, too.
This is a brilliant non-candy basket idea.
I really like these choices.
You have some great ideas. We did a music themed basket for my daughter. She got headphones, a CD and a wireless speaker.
This is such a great idea. We try to limit the kids candy, but during the holidays it can get out of hand.
THe neighbors next door had non-candy Easter baskets this year. Their items were so cool my kids want non candy baskets next year, lol!
These are great ideas. I’ll have to give these a try next year. I’ve been wanting to move away from candy every year.
Non candy treats sound like a great idea. We usually prepare the sweet stuff during Easter. I will try this next time.
My daughter usually gets a dress and a stuffy in her Easter basket every year. Something she can use for a long while