How to Create Child-Friendly Easter Baskets For Cheap

You can create your very own child-friendly Easter baskets without spending a fortune. Keep in mind that you can purchase the basket, the Easter grass, cellophane, and many of the items that go in the basket from any dollar store. Nevertheless, this will not take away from the beauty of the finished product.  Children will jump for joy when they receive their baskets. Just follow these step by step instructions for creating beautiful child-friendly Easter baskets. 



INSTRUCTIONS:

Things you will need: basket(s), cellophane, Easter grass, bows, safe and age appropriate child-friendly toys for boys and girls, coloring books, non-toxic crayons, McDonald’s happy meal gift certificate, healthy snacks, medium size stuffed animal

Step 1

Select a colorful Easter scheme for each basket.  Example; matching colorful grass, colorful cellophane, and colorful bows.

Step 2

 Line each a basket with Easter grass, distribute evenly. 

Step 3

Place items directly on top of grass in an upright position, making sure that each item is within full view.

Step 4

Place cellophane underneath basket and pull ends upward.  Twist ends and secure with a small piece of tape.  Tie bow to twist. 

Tips:

*Feel free to add other child-friendly items to list

*Make sure toys are age appropriate for each child

Warnings:

*Make sure food items are fresh and safe for children to eat

*Make sure toys are safe

Ways to Celebrate Easter With Family and Friends

Easter is a traditional holiday that is normally kept by Christians who celebrate the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. Not only do people attend Church services starting with Good Friday and then on Sunday Morning, EASTER SUNDAY… but there are other activities that people partake in during this time with family and friends.  Here are some suggestions on how to celebrate Easter with your family and friends.

1- ATTEND YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP

You can celebrate Easter by attending Easter services at your place of worship.   Parents will sometimes buy beautiful spring clothing for their children to wear on Easter Sunday.

2- ENJOY EASTER DINNER

Enjoy a delicious Easter dinner with your family and friends…whether homemade, carryout, or dine in.   This is great way to spend quality time with your family and friends.

3- ENJOY AN EASTER PARADE

Children love parades!  Sometimes you can find an Easter parade in your community or some place near…take the kids to the parade.  Be sure to dress warm if the weather is cool that day. If you don’t have a parade in your community, you can usually catch a parade on T.V. Check your local listings to find out when.

4- COLOR EASTER EGGS

This is a great time to color eggs with the children. Children look forward to this Easter tradition.

5- DESIGN EASTER BASKETS

Children love their Easter baskets!  You can purchase your baskets from the store or you can make your own. 

6- COORDINATE AN EASTER EGG HUNT

Plan an Easter egg hunt for the children.  This is a fun activity everyone can enjoy.  Remember to locate and remove eggs that were not found during the hunt.  Place all uneaten eggs in the Fridge.

7- SEND EASTER E-CARDS

Sending E-cards is an excellent means in which you can wish Family and Friends a Happy Easter.  Go on line to find how you a can send E-cards for Easter. And some are free!

Happy Easter!