Easter Gifts for Boys
Easter doesn’t have to be all about sweets - here are some of my favorite non-food gifts!
Most of these items are things that I enjoyed receiving in the past but others are new finds.
I’ve sorted the items by age but that doesn’t mean you can’t mix-and-match gifts for your kids!
I also tried to give an Amazon link as well as a non-Amazon option for each item.
Make sure to check out my page recommending my favorite Easter picture books, here!
You’re sure to find another (if not a few!) gift for the boy you’re gifting to!
I do make a small commission from the items on this page, at no additional cost to you!
gifts for babies- toddlers
Paint Palette Press Toy
This handheld toy is so adorable and would make an excellent addition to any Easter basket! The colors give a gentle pop sound when pushed and help with sensory and fine motor skills.
(Plastic is BPA free <3)
Bunny Plushie
Really any plushie would be a perfect gift for a toddler (or any age!). And how cute would a little plushie look sticking out of an Easter basket!
Below I’ve linked an amazon page with a bunch of fluffy bunny plushies for you to browse through <3
My First Easter Basket
How cute is this tiny Easter basket?! It comes five pieces that make soft sounds for your baby. Rattles, crinkles, and a little squeaks! (Items are machine washable)
At the time I’m writing this there are twelve available options including an artist set, a tool kit, and woodland friends in a mushroom house, in case you don’t want this particular version <3
Animal Sensory Cube
This five-by-five plush activity cube makes the perfect gift for any tiny tot. It entertains them while not being overstimulating!
Add it to a stroller, nursery, or playtime to teach colors, animals, and improve sensory and auditory skills. There are three other versions of this cube if you aren’t loving this animal option <3
Dot to Dot Book
Despite the cover of this book saying it’s for ages 4-8, these simple dot-to-dot pictures are perfect for your toddler. They’re simple to draw and help your boy learn numbers in a fun and colorful way!
Once he’s completed the dot-to-dot, he can color in the new animal friend he’s made!
gifts for boys ages 4-6
Cute Rainboots
I remember getting a pair of rainboots for easter one year (I think I was 5) and I was so excited! I immediately put them on and went to splash in the puddles.
I’ve linked both Amazon and Zappos options for you to browse - there are hundreds of sweet designs and different sizes to choose from <3
Bunny Plushie
I’ve linked the bunny plushies again for this age group, lol. It’s just a classic gift that could work for any Easter gift-giving occasion. How cute would a little plushie look sticking out of an Easter basket!
Below I’ve linked an amazon page with a bunch of fluffy bunny plushies for you to browse through <3
Sidewalk Chalk
I had this same sidewalk chalk set when I was younger and I loved it! The crayon shape made the chalk easy to hold, and the colors were so vibrant!
As I’m writing this, there are three options for you to choose from: A 10 pack, 64 pack, and 130 pack. There are other chalk options from Crayola as well, with different shapes and colors <3
Doodle Magnetic Tiles
Magnetic tiles are usually super pricey but don’t worry, I’ve found an affordable option for you and your boy! These doodle tiles are SO fun! I think I would’ve enjoyed my magnet tiles more if I had this set, lol.
There are about eight other versions available, including Easter, Valentine’s Day, and a retro-colored one!
Golf Set
This cute golf set would make a great addition to any Easter basket. It improves concentration, coordination, and promotes outdoor play!
The adorable animal holes make the game more engaging for your little one and encourage them to keep going!
gifts for boys ages 6 -8
Rory’s Story Cubes
Roll the dice, choose your pictures, make a story! This fun dice game is perfect for road trips (when you have a flat surface) or if you and your boy want to have a fun-filled game night.
I have this classic version of Rory’s Story Cubes as well as a few expansion packs for more story options. I’ll link the classic one as well as the other ones for you below.
Bunny Plushie
I’ve linked the bunny plushies again for this age group, lol. It’s just a classic gift that could work for any Easter gift-giving occasion. How cute would a little plushie look sticking out of an Easter basket!
Below I’ve linked an amazon page with a bunch of fluffy bunny plushies for you to browse through <3
Easter Mad Libs
Mad Libs are wonderful for improving writing skills - while having fun! These silly word puzzles reinforce knowledge of different parts of speech in a fun way.
I’ve linked this Easter-y edition and the author’s page for you to browse other Mad Libs.
I Heart Mermaids Kit
This cute kit comes with six crafts for your girl to make. If she’s not as enthusiastic for mermaids, don’t worry! There are other options to hoose, including unicorns and mythical creatures.
Craft-tastic is my favorite craft brand. It’s my go-to when I need gifts for my friends’ little sisters. Each kit and craft is so well put together and absolutely adorable <3
Multi-Colored Pencils
Colored pencils? Yes…and no.
These multi-colored pencils are SO fun and I’m sure your girl will love coloring with them. I have a set of these and love them so much! They’re high-quality, easy to sharpen, and mess-free!
Options for a 12 and 24 pack are linked below <3
Mini Gliders
These foam gliders are the perfect gift for outdoor play! They’re durable and soft, unlike some other gliders made out of other material.
This glider has 8+ color options for you to choose from - get a few of the same color or mix-and-match different ones!
Paint Your Own Garden Stone
Paint kits are always a hit with kids - and this one adds some extra fun with a cute bunny-shaped garden stone! The kit includes everything your girl will need <3
There are about a dozen other adorable garden stone options to choose from, as well as some sculptures and other things for your girl to paint, which I’ve linked below.
Ravensburger Puzzles
This is the perfect age to introduce kids to puzzles! Ravensburger is my favorite brand for younger kids. The designs are beautiful while the pieces are large enough for littles to easily place together.
I’ve linked Ravensburger’s Amazon page for you to shop through their designs - there are commercial ones, like Disney animations, and cute designs with animal friends and galactic patterns.
gifts for boys ages 8 -10
Gel Pen Set
Gel Pens are a must-have if your girl loves to draw/color. Gellyroll is one of the best-loved brands among artists for the bright colors and quality pigments.
I’ve linked this pastel Gellyroll set with ten pens, as well as another set with 60 pens (and 60 re-fills!) made by my favorite gel pen brand, Soucolor.
The Woobles Crochet Kits
If your girl is ready to dive into more advanced craft projects, these kits are the perfect way to start! Each kit comes with everything you need (including video instructions!) to make a cute little plush friend.
There are so many kits to choose from, from bunnies and t-rexes to Harry Potter and Peanuts Gang characters! Now, get to Woobling!
Pom Pom Puppies
The Pom Pom Puppies are ADORABLE! I gifted them to my friend’s sister and she made one the second she got home. It turned out so cute!
This kit comes with everything your girl needs to make 10+ puppy pals! I’ve linked Klutz’s Amazon page if you’d like to browse their other craft options as well as this one <3
Fashion Design Kit
Is your girl an aspiring fashion designer? Then she’ll love this designer kit!
There are 20+ fabric options incluced as well as hundreds of accessories for her to make one-of-a-kind creations! This kit is easy to use and hours of fun are bundled in its seams for your girl!
Alli Koch Drawing Book
Alli Koch is by far my favorite girl for how-to drawing books. The steps are clear and easy to understand, and her art style is gorgeous!
She has SO many books, her how-to ones including magical creatures, animals, plants, flowers, and more! She even has boxed sets, travel-sized books, and coloring books!
A Little Wordy
Get a little wordy with this feather flapping two-player game! The goal is to come up with a Secret Word that will win more berry tokens than the other player’s word. This is one of my favorite two-player games! It’s perfect for
taking on-the-go!
Cinema Light Box
How cute is this?! Light boxes make beautiful room decor - and they’re customizable! Write an inspirational message and add some flair with the icon and emoji pieces!
I’ve linked a pink and light blue version for you to choose from - each comes with the same pieces.
Heart Bookmarks
I have a set of these bookmarks and they’re so fun! They’d make a wonderful gift for any avid reader!
There are other color options available if your girl isn’t a fan of pastels, including a sparkly option and muted tones.
Diamond Painting
I absolutely LOVE diamond painting - and if your girl loves to craft, then I’m sure she will, too! It’s the perfect calming hobby to start. Simple to learn, yet the result always turns out beautifully!
I’ve linked This cute Snoopy and Woodstock one I found, as well as the brand’s amazon page for you to browse other options <3
Tabitha Paige Books
I recently stumbled upon Tabitha Paige’s books and I’m in LOVE. Her illustrations are absolutely gorgeous. The detailing is so stunning! Her books are a perfect way to introduce your little one to fine art.
Below I’ve linked her author website, which has all of her books and more things for your littles, and her amazon page.
Animal Silicone Finger Puppets
These little silicone finger puppets are so cute! The colors are bright while not being too stimulating for your little ones.
You can hand them to your little to play by themselves, or put a couple on your fingers and play with them!
Growing Greenhouse
This number and color matching greenhouse set is perfect for tiny tots. It’s fun, engaging, and helps with coordination and sensory skills!
I’ve linked the greenhouse as well as Learning Resources’ Amazon page in case you’d like to browse their other products.
Sloth Teether
A teether toy is the perfect gift to give to any baby for any occasion. Easter, a baby shower, or birthday party!
There are six animal variations of this teether including a bear and a bunny, if you don’t want the sloth in particular.
This bunny isn’t just a teether but doubles as a snuggly plush for your little one!
Carrot Crayons
Todders love coloring with crayons - and these carrot crayons take their coloring time to another spring-y level! These crayons have options available for a 12, 18, and 24 pack.
The set even comes with a coloring book of cute animals for your little one <3
Easter Sticker Book
I had a bunch of these sticker books when I was little They’re so cute! The stickers are super vibrant and I loved that I could take them off of the page and put them somewhere else without ripping the sticker.
Below I’ve given the direct link to the sticker book as well as the link for other sticker books by the same publisher.
Poke-In Art
I remember making tons of crafts like these when I was around 6. There’s something so calming about gently poking the fabric into the little holes. (The tool isn’t sharp, so don’t worry about your little ones accidentally poking themselves.)
This Poke-In Art has 8+ versions, including an Easter one and flowers. I’ve linked this direct product as well as the company’s amazon.
Tonies
These storytelling toys are ALL over social media, and for good reason! They’re adorable, screen-free, and entertaining for kids of all ages. (It even has games now for even MORE fun!)
Below I’ve given the direct link to this starter kit as well as the link to other Tonies and Tonies.com.
Memory and Matching Game
What kid doesn’t love a cute matching game?!
This one has beautiful pictures and four versions including sharks, dinosaurs, people, and this one pictured, which is animals and plants.
Use this version as a teaching moment for your little one by helping them learn the names of things in nature!
Magnifying Glasses
Any curious boy would absolutely love these magnifying glasses. The rubber handles are perfect for little hands, leaving his focus on his little findings instead of his grip.
There is also a set of three, if you want an extra one. Leave one in the car, and one outside so your boy is always ready to investigate the world!
Hot Wheels
These Hot Wheels cars are the perfect pick for fast-paced fun and imaginative play! They’re smooth-rolling and built to handle crashes and races that your boy and his friend will surely have!
This set comes with a 10 piece option, 20, 40, and 50 pieces, for extra fun! (Each set is an assorted collection of cars, and not the same for each set)
Logic Games
Logic Games make the perfect Easter basket stuffer! Browse my curated list of favorite logic games to give your girl endless hours of fun.
There are both single-player and multi-player games on this list - some for your girl to play by herself and some where she can play with her friends, siblings, or you!
Instax Camera
I got my Instax camera when I was around 8, and took it everywhere with me! I was snapping pictures of my friends, family, and I even made my plushies pose for photoshoots, lol.
I’ve given the link for this camera + film set, so you and your girl have everything you need to start your photography journey, as well as Instax’s Amazon page for you to browse other options.
The Resurrection Eggs
These beautifully made egg kits are wonderful to teach your girl the true meaning of Easter. Each egg has a number on it that corresponds to the item from The Easter Story.
If you want a meaningful and interactive gift, this is the one - it’s colorful, heartfelt, and engaging!
Upwords
If Scrabble and Jenga had a baby, it would be this game!
Upwords is like Scrabble but you can STACK the tiles! So pig could become wig which could become fog, log, dog, and so on!
This has quickly become one of our go-to games for family game night! It has all the fun of Scrabble and more!
Fashion Plates
I LOVED these when I was eight! I would bring the little case to restaurants and doodle while waiting for my food to come.
The set is compact and easy to take on the go, but has so many options and outfits to mix and match! There are a few options available, including this classic one and a Disney princess version.
LEGO Botanicals
I’ve wanted one of these flower LEGO sets for a little bit now - they look so beautiful when they’re put together!
LEGO has dozens of botanical options to choose and mix-and-match, including bouquets, succulents, and bonsai trees. I’ve linked this cute little daisy set as well as the rest of their botanicals for you to browse through <3
gifts for boys ages 10 - 12
Clay Jewelry Bowls
I got a set of these a few years ago and loved it. I really enjoyed making them - each bowl turned out so cute! The gold paint on the edges is such an elegant touch!
This would be a great activity for your girl to do with her friends for a fun ‘girls day!’
Organic Lip Balm
I got this same set for Easter a few years ago and it’s now my favorite lip balm! It’s so silky and light when applied and the scents aren’t overpowering like most lip balms.
If your girl prefers plain scents, no worries! There are vanilla/honey balms for a gentler option.
Ohuhu Alcohol Markers
These are by far my favorite marker set EVER! The brush tips are so stinkin’ smooth, and the fine tip on the other end is perfect for detailing!
I’ve linked this set pictured as well as Ohuhu’s Amazon page for you to browse their other tip and color combinations.
Friendship Bracelet Maker
This kit comes with everything your girl needs to make dozens of friendship bracelets!
I looked at a few other kits (including the one I own) before linking this one for you. Most just come with thread and the holder but this one includes beads and accessories <3
Shashibo Cube
If your girl is a fidgeter, or likes to be doing something with her hands, this is the perfect gift!
Shashibo cubes can transform into over 100 shapes and are perfect for on-the-go or long car-rides. I love that they don’t make a lot of noise, like some other fidget toys - no clickity clacking, haha.
Bunny Slippers
How cute are these little slippers?! They’re made of soft Sherpa and have grips on the bottom, so no need to worry about your girl slipping all over the house!
There are other animal options available, including bears, koalas, grey bunnies, and cats!
If you’ve scrolled this far, thank you! The engagement helps me so much - it pushes my website to more people! Clicking on links and sharing this page with your friends also boosts my reach <3
If you’re also shopping for girls this Easter, check out my page highlighting gifts for girls, here!
I hope my recommendations made gift shopping a bit easier for you. See you soon! - Charlotte