Easter basket ideas for teens

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With two teens in our house, I am currently prepping Easter baskets for teens. While teens can be a challenge to shop for, I think there are so many fun things to put in Easter baskets. Teens have a wide variety of interests, and if you are creative, you can almost always find fun things to gift them for Easter.

When we make teen’s Easter baskets, our goal is to pack it as full as possible with things they need and want. Our goal is to add fun treats and snacks, but also cool things that let them know we are paying attention to who they are. We also like to include things that make their teen lives a bit easier, like a gift card to a restaurant close to school or a new set of ear buds.

Easter Basket Ideas for Teens

teen easter basket ideas

Big Easter Basket Gifts for Teens

Disneyland tickets

Experience Gifts are the best gifts! If you are planning a trip to Disneyland for Spring break or summer, it is fun to put a “We are going to Disneyland!” certificate in your kid’s Easter basket. If you have not purchased your tickets yet, make sure to check out Discounted Disney Tickets on our site from Get Away Today. If you use the code HIGHLIGHTS to take advantage of our unique referral discount. This discount can be used even if you are purchasing an already discounted package!

LEGO Sets

Lego sets can be pricey, but we feel they are worth it! We have linked our son’s dream set, but there are of course Lego sets starting at less than $20 if you are looking for something a little less crazy.

Small and Less Expensive Easter Basket Ideas for Teens

Buddha Board

buddha board coloring board

Give the gift of screen-free fun!
Screen-free mindfulness tool to help you get in a relaxed state of mind
All you need is water!
Simply dip your brush in water and paint
No ink, paint, or chemicals – mess free!
Taps into your creative side
Fun for all ages
2 designs available – Mini and Original
Calm the mind and relieve tension by redirecting your focus to the art of creating

Zombie Bunny Plush – Ok, this is weird, but I am pretty sure my kids will love it. Easter bunny stuffed animal with a weird twist! This is so funny and ships quickly if you have Prime. Perfect for a last minute Easter gift for a teen.

Model Kits and Craft Kits

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aston martin revell car kit for teens

Our son LOVES model kits! We just discovered Revell kits and he loves them. Introducing the brand new Carrera Revell Aston Martin DB5 – James Bond 007 Goldfinger.Elevate your collection with a touch of cinematic history, as this exceptional replica pays homage to the legendary Goldfinger edition. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a dedicated builder, or simply captivated by the allure of James Bond, the Carrera Revell Aston Martin DB5 is a must-have addition to your collection.

Audible Subscription (FREE TRIAL)

If your teen struggles with reading (like I do), but wants to get books into their brains, an Audible subscription is a fairly reasonable monthly fee. I have at times paused my subscription very easily and even chosen an every other month option when I was extremely busy. I personally love to listen to audio books while I draw, while I am on public transportation, or even while waiting in the school pick up line. I think this might be a perfect gift for a teen. Don’t miss the free trial in the link above (remember to cancel if it isn’t their jam).

This is a perfect time to normalize gifting 2nd hand gifts. Books make the perfect 2nd hand gift. We have found that exchanging books on a local “Buy Nothing Group” is a perfect way to give someone the gift their child has asked for or giving our child a book someone has passed down. We also love to pop into local used book stores or check out Facebook marketplace. While a fresh new book is a great gift, so is a second hand book. I believe most teens would agree! Our teen would rather have three gently pre read books than one fresh new book any day!

Last Comic on Earth (Or I guess any graphic novel)

Last Comic on Earth

Our youngest is a reluctant reader, but she truly enjoys graphic novels. I highly suggest graphic novels if your kids are struggling with reading. While there are so many popular graphic novels to choose from, I am using my website to shamelessly plug the new book “The Last Comic On Earth” written by our brilliant friend, Joshua Pruett. Buy it now, you are welcome. Ok, below is copy from Amazon if you still need to be convinced…..

Jack, Quint, June, and Dirk are about to face a challenge unlike any they’ve faced before . . . At their local comic book store, the kids make a startling discovery: they’ve read every last issue of their favorite comic, Z-Man, and no new issues are coming…ever! (Thanks a lot, apocalypse.). Nooo!

Our heroes have but one choice: continue Z-Man’s legacy by writing and illustrating THEIR OWN COMIC BOOK! Step one? Knock off their beloved Z-Man and cast themselves as super rad, super goofy, superhero protectors of the mysterious city of Apocalyptia. What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything!

Fans are sure to love this hilarious, action-packed, four-color graphic novel series by the creators of The last Kids on Earth.

Practical Easter Basket Ideas for Teens

While Easter Baskets are meant to be fun, we also like to put some essentials in baskets.

Small Technology Items

Ear Buds

Solar Charger

Ring Light

Apple Gift Cards

Personal Care Items

While I wouldn’t just put a plain deodorant in their Easter basket, I may put a body wash in their favorite scent, a hair mask, or new sunscreen. Our daughters will usually have their favorite hair ties, detangler, and shower caps in their baskets. Personal care items that show you know what their favorites are is a great sensible option for teen Easter baskets.

Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Girls

Loungefly Backpack – so many choices of characters and genres.

Necklace – so many beautiful trending necklaces at all different price points.

Makeup – My teen loves herself a new eye shadow palette.

Fancy socks – My teen is totally into frilly socks with her Docs. Somehow socks tend to get lost or dingy, putting a new fresh set in her basket is sure to be appreciated!

Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Boys

I know all kids are different, but my teen son loves funny stuff. He loves ‘punny’ t-shirts and goofy looking socks.

Funny tshirt – My teen son will definitely be getting a funny Band T-shirt in his Easter Basket.

Funny Socks My son loves funny socks for his track meets. He says these ones are lucky. He is pretty fast so I am not sure.

Teens can be a challenge to shop for, but just like any kid, they just want to know that you care. We hope that these Teen Easter basket ideas are helpful when shopping for the teen on your Spring gift list!

Until Next Time ~ Kate

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