Activity Books Make the Perfect Easter Basket Gift for Kids | Drawing, Coloring, Tracing, and More! | Easter 2025

by | Apr 6, 2025 | Animals, Cute Stuff, How to Draw Books for Kids

Easter is right around the corner, and if you’re hunting for the perfect basket fillers that go beyond candy and plastic toys, you’re in the right place. This year, instead of just filling baskets with chocolate bunnies and marshmallow chicks, consider adding something a little more meaningful and a lot more fun—activity books!

Whether you’re shopping for toddlers, early readers, or creative tweens, activity books bring color, imagination, and hours of screen-free fun to any Easter celebration. They fit beautifully in a basket, spark creativity, and provide lasting enjoyment well beyond Easter Sunday.

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What Makes Activity Books Great for Easter?

There’s something magical about finding the perfect mix of fun and meaningful gifts for a holiday like Easter. Activity books strike the balance perfectly. Here’s why they’re such a great choice:

  • Screen-Free Creativity
    Activity books give kids an outlet for creativity that doesn’t require batteries, Wi-Fi, or supervision. Whether it’s drawing, tracing, coloring, or completing simple challenges, they help kids stay engaged in a way that’s fun and educational.
  • Compact and Basket-Friendly
    These books are the perfect size for slipping into Easter baskets alongside a few pastel-colored eggs and maybe a chocolate bunny or two. Lightweight and colorful, they add a festive and creative touch to your holiday gifting.
  • No Sugar Crash Required
    Let’s be honest: it’s easy to go overboard with the sweets. Swapping out one or two sugary treats for a cute, themed activity book not only keeps the basket balanced—it’s a win for parents too!

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Fun Themes That Fit the Easter Vibe (and Beyond)

One of the best things about these activity books is the variety of themes available. Whether your child is into sparkles, spaceships, or silly faces, there’s a book that fits their unique interests—and they make the Easter basket even more exciting.

Here are just a few of the many kid-approved themes available:

  • Cute Animals – Think bunnies, kittens, puppies, and more!
  • Baby Animals – Sweet, simple, and perfect for springtime.
  • Unicorns & Princesses – For the little dreamers and fantasy lovers.
  • Robots & Aliens – A futuristic twist for kids who love tech and space themes.
  • Dinosaurs – Always a hit with kids who love stomping, roaring fun.
  • Cartoon Characters – Goofy, silly, and full of personality.
  • Weird Creatures & Monsters – Perfect for kids with a wild imagination.

With over 70 different books across more than 24 unique themes, there’s something for everyone—whether your child is into the sweet and magical or the wild and wacky.

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A Gift That Keeps on Giving

What’s great about gifting activity books is that they’re not just for one-day fun. Kids return to them again and again, filling pages with their artwork, solving puzzles, and tracing their way through different characters.

Unlike toys that get lost in a pile or candy that disappears within minutes, an activity book sticks around. It becomes part of a child’s creative journey—and for some, it may even spark a new hobby or skill.

Drawing, tracing, coloring, and following step-by-step prompts are more than just fun—they also help build:

  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Focus and Concentration
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Confidence and Patience
  • Early Artistic and Writing Skills

That’s what makes these books such a thoughtful and meaningful gift for the season.

Perfect for All Ages

Another reason activity books make such perfect Easter gifts is their flexibility. Whether you’re shopping for a 4-year-old just learning to hold a crayon or a 9-year-old who’s getting more confident with their drawing skills, you’ll find age-appropriate content in the collection.

And if you’ve got multiple children to shop for? Pick a few different themes and let each kid unwrap something that feels uniquely “them.” No fights, no duplicates, and everyone’s happy!

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Great for Easter Gatherings, Too

Hosting an Easter brunch, playdate, or egg hunt? Activity books make excellent party favors or quiet-time options during the day’s events. Set out a creative corner with crayons and a few sample pages to give kids something fun to do between activities.

They’re also great for gifting to nieces, nephews, grandkids, or friends’ children—especially if you’re looking for something a little more personal than candy.

Easy to Pair With Other Goodies

Want to build a balanced Easter basket that still feels festive and fun? Activity books are easy to pair with:

  • Mini coloring supplies (crayon packs, colored pencils)
  • Stickers
  • Spring-themed toys or figurines
  • Bunny ears or costume accessories
  • Plush toys
  • Healthy snacks

It’s a thoughtful way to add variety without overloading the sweets—and it ensures that your Easter surprise is as practical as it is adorable.

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This Easter, Think Beyond the Bunny

This year, give your kids something that keeps them entertained, helps them grow, and adds a personal touch to their Easter basket. Whether your child loves majestic unicorns, silly aliens, fierce dinosaurs, or magical baby animals, you’ll find the perfect activity book to match their unique style.

With dozens of themes and new books released regularly, there’s always something fresh to explore. Whether you’re shopping for one child or many, filling a basket or building a creative corner, these books are a holiday win.

So this Easter, skip the cheap plastic toys and candy overload—go with something fun, educational, and memorable.

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Grab a few activity books today, and make this year’s Easter basket one to remember!

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Over a decade and a half since his initial published work, Kevin is now dedicating himself to inspiring the next generation of illustrators with his “How To Draw,” “Trace Then Color,” and “Draw by Grid” series of art books.

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