Easter Sunday is this weekend and, as always, it has snuck up on me. I know I shouldn’t be shocked, but I am. Do you realize we’re already a quarter of the way through the year?! Usually I like to pick a theme for my kids’ Easter baskets. However, [this year I just picked a few things that they needed and a few things that would just be fun. Keep reading for some suggestions for Easter baskets for kids under six.

ideas for Easter baskets for kids

wants and needs for upcoming seasons

First of all, with summer coming up now is the perfect time to be thinking about what new swimwear. I knew all my girls would need new swimsuits. My son’s swimsuit with fine, but he was in desperate need of a new rash guard. Towels or swim goggles would also be great items for your child’s Easter basket!

other items for Easter baskets for kids

Of course you can never go wrong with books. No matter what occasion, books are some my favorite gifts to give. My son will be receiving some easy readers, and my two year old is getting this hilarious book, Everyone Loves Bacon.

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My for my almost 4 year old daughter needed a new water bottle. Actually, she is always misplacing her water bottle. They must all be hiding out somewhere with the lone socks that get lost in the dryer. Finally for my littlest Miss, I ordered some new headbands, one of which will go perfect with the kid’s Easter outfits this year.

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This year I kept the yummy goodies really simple. My 7 month old will be getting some apple flavored rice rusks (love these!) and some cute chocolate bunny masks are for the three older ones. When I saw these at the store I knew they would get a kick out of them. Just a few items for each of them, but all things they’ll use and love!