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Eco-Friendly Easter Gifts for a Greener Basket This Spring

Give the gift of nature this Easter and fill their baskets with toys and tools that will encourage hand-on discovery and a sense of wonder. From pressing wildflowers to setting sail with handmade boats, we’ve gathered 10 of the best nature-themed Easter gifts to spark curiosity and creativity. Whether your little explorer is a budding botanist, a birdwatcher in the making, or simply loves to tinker and play outside, these Easter gifts for kids will inspire a season of outdoor fun and exploration.

Here Are Our Top 10 Eco-Friendly Easter Gifts for a Greener Basket This Spring:

Tender Leaf Toys Botanical Press

Botanical Press

Capture the beauty of nature with the Botanical Press, a classic wooden press perfect for preserving flowers and leaves. Kids can collect plant life from their garden or hikes, pressing them into delicate keepsakes for art projects and crafts. 

Wooden Magnifying glass from Kikkerland in the woods for kids.

Wooden Magnifying Glass 

A must-have for any budding scientist or explorer! This Wooden Magnifying Glass (with 3x magnification) is great for bug hunts, backyard observations, or homeschool lessons. Toss it into an adventure bag and get a closer look at nature’s wonders. 

Kaleidoscope from kikkerland.

Huckleberry Kaleidoscope 

Transform nature into art with the Huckleberry Kaleidoscope! Kids can collect colorful leaves, petals, and stones to place inside, creating unique, ever-changing designs. A perfect Easter gift for kids that blends creativity with outdoor exploration. 

Pop up net from Kikkerland.

Pop-Up Net 

For young naturalists, the Huckleberry Pop-Up Net makes it easy to catch and observe creatures in the water, air, or on land before safely releasing them back. This collapsible net folds into a compact pouch, making it perfect for hikes and outdoor adventures. 

Wooden Kikkerland compass

Wooden Compass 

Encourage navigation skills with the Huckleberry Compass! Made from FSC-certified wood, this kid-friendly compass helps little adventurers find their way while fostering an appreciation for the great outdoors. 

DIY HABA Cork Boat building kit for kids.

DIY Cork Boat Kit 

Set sail with the Terra Kids DIY Cork Boat Kit! Made from natural materials, this unsinkable boat can be customized with leaves or twigs. Perfect for pond play, bathtub fun, or backyard water adventures. 

Modern Sprout Wildflowers Seed Kit.

Modern Sprout Wildflower Seed Kit

Introduce kids to gardening with this interactive kit that includes a variety of non-invasive wildflower seeds to attract butterflies, a butterfly made out of paper pulp, a wooden garden marker, and colored pencils. A perfect Easter gift for little green thumbs!

Backyard Birds Matching Game on a table.

Backyard Birds Matching Game 

Budding birders will love this Bird Memory Tile Game, featuring beautifully illustrated common birds like cardinals, bluebirds, and hummingbirds. A fun way to sharpen memory skills while learning about backyard wildlife. 

Sunprint kit for kids

Sunprint Kit 

Harness the power of the sun with a Sunprint Kit! Kids can place leaves, flowers, or other objects on special photographic paper, then expose it to sunlight to create stunning blueprints. A perfect blend of science and creativity!

Butterfly Wings Matching Game 

Challenge kids to match open and closed butterfly wings with this Butterfly Wing Matching Game! Featuring 25 different species, it’s both a fun and educational way to learn about these beautiful pollinators. 

Give Easter Gifts that Inspire Outdoor Play

This Easter, fill their baskets with toys that inspire outdoor play, creativity, and discovery. Whether it’s preserving flowers, spotting birds, or sailing handmade boats, these nature-themed toys bring endless joy and adventure. Which of these toys will you be adding to your Easter baskets? Let us know in the comments!


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