Hop into Easter with the best Easter gifts for kids that aren't chocolate
If the thought of plying your little ones with chocolate this Easter seems counterintuitive, why not buy them one of our best Easter-themed gifts instead? Easter toys and gifts have become increasingly popular over the years as an Easter egg alternative (or addition if you're feeling generous!).
We've found the best educational toys, soft plushies and creative activities, to keep your little ones entertained throughout the long Easter weekend, and beyond.
Whether you're shopping for a grandchild, niece, nephew, friend, neighbour or your own children, there's lots of sweet presents to choose from at a range of budgets, starting at just £6.
And once you've picked a gift, why not also check out our best kids clothes guide? It's packed with adorable spring outfits, including dresses, rompers and cardigans for boys and girls.
Best Easter gifts for kids 2025
We’ve also found the best Easter eggs, the best hot cross buns and the best chocolate gifts too, if you’re looking for something sweet.
Lapinoo Rabbit Doll
Kaloo’s supersoft, floppy eared bunnies are available in a range of pastel shades to fit with their nursery decor. The long ears can be tied and hung anywhere to ensure their trusty companion is always on hand.
Suitable from birth
My First Chicken Coop
We love Janod’s quality wooden toys, and this adorable farmyard themed chicken coop is sure to become a favourite throughout Easter and beyond. It includes six hens, one rooster and nests of hatching eggs for your little one to look after.
Suitable from 18 months+
Wooden Bunny Push Along Toy
They'll love exploring with this four-wheeled, push-a-long wooden toy. The cut-out body is perfect for little hands to grip, and the soft felt ears and fluffy tail will encourage imaginative play.
Suitable from 12 months+
Hooded Bunny Kids Towel
Make bathtime extra fun with Baby Mori’s hooded bunny towel. Made from a blend of supersoft organic cotton, it can be personalised with their name.
Suitable for 1-3 years
Lil Nibbles Carrot Teether
If they’re too little for chocolate this Easter, give them some veg instead! Made from soft silicone, this carrot teether is easy to hold, perfect to nibble and textured for soothing tender gums to provide teething relief.
Suitable from birth
Jump In XXL
With 100 challenges to complete, this extra-large game should keep them busy over the long weekend. Help the rabbits jump and hide to safety, with 100 challenges and solutions to work through.
Suitable for 7 years+
Vibrating Surprise Egg
The Lilliputiens dancing eggs are perfect for your little one’s first Easter. Pull the tie to see who's inside the cracked egg, before watching it “dance” its way back together.
The gentle vibrations offer sensory comfort, and the handy loop tie enables the dancing egg to be attached to a pushchair, or anywhere in the nursery to keep inquisitive little hands entertained.
Suitable for 6 months+
Bunny Sleepover Set
Pack them off to the grandparents with this seasonal sleepover kit. It includes an adorable pink gingham washbag filled with a bunny wash mitt, spa-style headband and matching scrunchies. A very cheerful alternative to yet another chocolate egg.
Suitable for 3 years+
How Many Ways Can You Cook An Egg? by Lizzie Mabbott
Get them in the kitchen over the bank holiday weekend,and show them just how many ways you can cook an egg (among other things). A beautifully illustrated first cookbook for the budding chef in your life.
Suitable for 2 years+
Eggetha Egg and Lance Soldier Soft Toy
Easter is the perfect excuse to add to their beloved Jellycat collection – and we're confident they'll love the super soft Eggetha Egg and Lance Soldier. Check out our full roundup of the best Jellycats to buy now for more of the cuddly characters.
Suitable from birth
Mamuka Chalk Pack
Get their creative juices flowing with these egg-shapped chalks in an array of signature Liewood shades. The shape is great for little hands to hold, and it might just buy you enough time to get their tea on.
Suitable from 3 years+
Where's Baby Bunny?
The classic lift the flap book is perfect for babies and toddlers, and this one features an Easter-themed array of baby animals. Find the five friendly characters behind the felt flaps.
Suitable from 1 year+
Easter Hair Accessories Pouch
Sweet without the sugar, Mini & Luna make a hair accessory for every occasion, including Easter. This bunny shaped drawstring pouch includes eight clips and two bow ponies for the mini fashionista.
Suitable from 3 years+
Springtime Stories
Give their Yoto library a refresh with this collection of 30 spring-inspired short stories from Enid Blyton. With a running time of over four hours, we think it’s great value.
Suitable from 5 years+
Roald Dahl: Easter EGGstravaganza
Or, if you prefer a physical copy, Roald Dahl's hardback book is perfect for chocolate-loving "chiddlers". With engaging rhymes, flaps and shiny eggs inside, little ones will be captivated.
Suitable from 2 years+
Egg Surprise Game
Orchard Toys makes really engaging, simple to play board games for the whole family. We love this fun, Easter-themed counting game that helps to promote number skills, hand-eye coordination and observational skills.
Suitable for 3-6 years
Baby Organic Cotton Chick Romper Hat Socks Set Yellow
If you can’t dress them up like a cute chick when they’re little, then when can you? This sweet set includes a romper, hat and socks, all made from organic cotton, which is soft on skin.
Suitable from newborn
Paint by Sticker Kids: Easter
For a no-mess activity you'll both love, look no further. Match the stickers to the numbers to create 10 seasonal Easter scenes, as if by magic. A top choice if you're looking for a quiet and creative activity.
Suitable from 5 years+
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