Hey girl, today let's chat about unique Easter baskets for 8-12 year old boys.
With Easter right around the corner, I am guessing you are on the hunt for unique Easter baskets for boys and girl, do I ever have you covered.
As a mom of 4, 3 being boys in the 8-12 age range, I am here to share with you the top unique Easter baskets that are sure to wow!
Now don't get me wrong, still add those Easter eggs and Easter candy (because you know he is hoping for those, and that way you will get some candy too), but add in some extra items to make his unique Easter baskets this year.
Let’s hop into the best stuffers to make your boy(s) have completely unique Easter baskets this year.
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Unique Easter Baskets
1. Snacks
Have you met a boy yet who doesn't need snacks? Me either!
Add a few of his favorite healthy snacks to his Easter basket. You know they will be gone in a flash.
2. Books
I am all about encouraging my kids to read. It helps when they have an engaging home library to choose from.
Here are a few stellar books to keep your guy reading.
The graphic novel ones are pretty spectacular but the chapter book ones are great as well for the 11-12 year olds
These are just a fun way to be silly while reading!
3. Legos
Classic Legos are where it’s at.
They allow kids to be more creative than the kits and they get played with way more.
4. Paper Airplanes
This is a great book for paper airplanes. If you are lucky, he will let you make or fly a few too.
6. Pokémon
If your son is into Pokémon, there are so many options and they are all fantastic.
7. Army Men
You can never have too many army men.
The more army men, the more epic a battle your son can create.
8. Slinky
The original fidget toy – the Slinky.
There is always a slinky out at our house and it gets used by everyone – even me.
9. Shape Shifting Box
My nephew got this shape-shifting box for Christmas and my boys have been asking about it ever since. An easy way to keep your mind thinking.
10. Yo Yo
He will be doing lots of fun tricks in no time with this yo-yo.
Honestly, I could never figure the tricks out but could make it go down and then back up again😊.
11. Robot
This little guy can change into multiple different robots, keeping your son busy for hours.
12. Flashlight
Add in a small flashlight and try to find it in his favorite color. He will use this!
13. Water Bottle
If he needs a water bottle upgrade, now is the perfect time.
Hydro Flask has a great water bottle selection and they last forever.
14. Character Coffee Cup
Watch your son be over the moon when he sees a coffee cup with his favorite character on it. No joke, he will be completely jazzed about this!
15. Watch
Add this fitness tracker watch to his Easter basket if he has been asking for one.
It is easy to wear and easy to charge with a USB.
16. Crocs
If your son is anything like all my kids, he wears Crocs everywhere you let him.
But I am sure he will be growing out of them soon. Time for a size upgrade, girl!
17. Hat
Easter means spring and summer – the right time to be wearing a ball hat.
Get one in his favorite color or for his favorite sports team.
18. Sunglasses
Another great way to keep the sun out of his eyes is sunglasses.
What is your son’s style?
19. T-Shirt
Character t-shirts are still fun at this age!
Add in a T-shirt in the next size up. He will need it soon.
20. Swim Gear
If he is all set on t-shirts, what about some swim gear?
21. Dominos
Girl, I am talking about the set them up and knock them over kind of dominos. Your son will love these!
22. Boogie Board
Have you seen this little guy yet – the Boogie Board? It is fantastic and will be used constantly.
We have 2 and honestly, we could use 2 more. All my kids use it for scratch paper and drawing.
23. Drawing Kit
And speaking of drawing, get him a sketch pad with a few mechanical pencils.
This is the perfect way to let his imagination run wild and pass the time without a screen.
24. Small Games
There are plenty of small games that work great in Easter baskets.
25. Board Games
If you are looking for board games instead, try these. My boys can’t get enough.
27. Video Games
You can always go with a new video game too.
28. Slime
There is something about slime that keeps kids entertained for a long, long time.
29. Science Experiment Kits
National Geographic has these cool science experiment kits that come with everything you need.
Once your son tries one, he will want to try them all. They are so cool.
30. Remote Control Cars
Get him a remote-controlled car. They are irresistible.
The best kind are the ones he can drive outside.
31. Fox Tail Game
An easy, classic outdoor game from the 90s that never gets old – the Fox Tail Game.
My husband's parents had an original and it finally broke so we gave them a new one for Christmas and all the grandkids were thrilled that they could play again (even the teens).
32. Nerf Guns
I mean, do I really need to explain how epic Nerf Guns are and that every single boy this age wants them? Didn’t think so.
With 3 boys in my house, we have a wide variety of these. But the ones that get played with the most are the ones that shoot 6 darts or less.
33. Laser Tag
Laser tag is just as cool as Nerf guns, if not cooler since there are no darts to clean up.
This set is dynamite and will keep your son and his buddies on the run for hours. My boys tell me it is the most fun to play in the dark.
34. Walkie Talkies
If you are going to get walkie-talkies, invest in these "man" walkie-talkies. Trust me, you won't be disappointed nor will you be wasting your money.
They are so much fun to use while playing laser tag.
35. Sports Balls
Get him outside with a few new sports balls. It will get you outside too!
36. Fishing Gear
Are you a fishing family like we are?
Lures and other fishing tackle make for a great gift for any occasion. Build up that tackle box, mama.
Check out my post for a complete list of great options: Kids Tackle Box – The Essentials You Can’t Forget.
Happy Easter!
This post was all about unique Easter Baskets for 8-12 year old boys.
How do you like to celebrate Easter and what food do you look forward to most? Let me know in the comments below.
We always go to mass, have an Easter basket hunt, and an Easter egg hunt, and if the weather is nice we spend a lot of time outside.
I look forward to hearing from you and thanks for stopping by.