Nothing screams, “Springtime!” quite like Easter. It’s a holiday that’s chock full of all of spring’s greatest hits: baby animals, brightly colored flowers, and lots of sunshine. What could be better?
If you’re planning this year’s family-friendly Easter celebration, read on to learn our 4 favorite Easter activities that are sure to please the whole family!
1. Host a Classic Easter Egg Hunt
We know what you’re thinking: “An egg hunt? For Easter? Groundbreaking.” An egg hunt may not be a novel Easter activity, but it’s stuck around so long for a reason. Egg hunts are simple to set up, accessible for all ages, and sure to be a good time!
For this year’s Easter egg hunt, be sure to tailor your setup to your audience. If you’ve got a gaggle of toddlers who will be roaming around, hide eggs in easy-to-find places and fill them with simple surprises, like candy, toys (watch out for choking hazards!), and other toddler-friendly treats. For older kids, make the egg hunt a greater challenge by getting sneaky with your hiding places. Instead of candy, stuff eggs with spare change. Be sure to throw in a dollar or two for a few special winners!
2.Make Easter Baskets
The tradition of Easter baskets dates back to ancient times. Easter falls on the spring equinox. That’s the day between winter and spring when the hours of daytime and nighttime are exactly equal. For farming communities, this day marked the turning point between dreary winter and cheerful spring. This day was attributed to the goddess of spring, Eostre, who carried a woven basket in the crook of her arm. Thus, the tradition of gifting Easter baskets was born.
This Easter, celebrate by gathering the family to make baskets for loved ones. Have each kid make their own contribution to the baskets. Artwork, crafts, and handwritten notes are fun and kid-friendly options. Next, stuff the baskets full of delicious treats. That means lots of candy and baked goods! Either make your own, or keep it simple and get Easter cookies delivered.
When it comes time to drop off baskets, bring the kids and go door-to-door. They’ll love to visit with friends and family and spread infectious joy!
3. Decorate An Easter Tree
Is there anything quite like a Christmas tree? There’s something so fun about decorating a tree with memories and keepsakes and filling its eaves with presents. Why should that enjoyment be reserved for Christmas?
Bring a bit of Christmas-time excitement into the spring by creating a new yearly tradition of the Easter tree. Rather than buying a tree for your living room, embrace the springtime and pick an outdoor plant, instead. A small tree, bush, or even a potted plant will do just fine!
Next, it’s time to decorate. This is the perfect opportunity to get crafty and make some homemade Easter ornaments. Think: pastels, flowers, and more. Let the kids DIY their own, so that you’ll have a keepsake to treasure for Easters to come. Finally, it’s time for the star or the show: presents! An Easter tree is tons of fun.
4. Plant An Easter Garden
When the whole family is involved, sometimes simpler is better. This Easter, forgo elaborate celebrations and do something truly spring-y: plant a garden.
There are so many different reasons to introduce kids to gardening. Gardening gives kids a chance to practice fine motor skills, sensory stimulation, and more. It also teaches them an appreciation for nature that can prepare them for a lifetime of valuing the environment. Most importantly, it’s downright fun!
Plant your Easter garden with an assortment of beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables. Look for pollinator plants to attract butterflies and other friendly creatures to your garden. Let the kids dig in and get their hands dirty. The most wonderful thing about planting an Easter garden is that you’ll be able to enjoy it all season long!
Celebrating Easter with the whole family is the perfect way to make memories and spread love. Plus, there’s only one rule: have fun! Happy Easter!
