27 Walmart Products That Are Just Begging To Be Put In An Easter Basket
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Basket fillers they're sure to get ~egg-cited~ about.
1. An adorable 14-ounce Peeps-shaped tumbler (with a straw!) because it's Easter and the theme should always be Peeps EVERYTHING.
2. An ~egg-citing~ pack of pre-filled Easter eggs, each containing a different fidget toy keychain, in case you have A LOT of Easter baskets to fill. These are relaxing, fun, and inexpensive — the trifecta of awesome for basket fillers.
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3. A Bunny 3-in-1 Lego set that's both fun and on-theme for the holiday. This set is great because it can be taken apart and turned into a seal and a llama — making it so much better than a one-and-done build.
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Promising review: "A cute gift to begin with. To build, this is such a great experience for small motor skills and training a creative mind to be able to follow directions. It's also the perfect gift for Easter, not just for children, but teenage girls would love it. Plus, it's healthier than getting candy. Also a must-have for anyone who collects animals of Lego or a rabbit toy exclusive collection. I don't want to give it away!" — Bonnie
4. And a classic solid milk chocolate Hershey's bunny rabbit because if you're going to give them a basket load of chocolate, you might as well make sure it's the good stuff.
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5. AND a super cute stuffed bunny that's great for literally any age — because we all need another stuffed friend in our lives. Reviewers love just how high quality this stuffy is and how even their grown-up children have loved it.
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6. A seriously fun — and seriously well-reviewed — Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza card game that's simple enough for kids to play with each other but fun enough that you'll want to join in, too! And with gameplay that lasts about 10 minutes, you don't have to dedicate your entire afternoon to memory-making.
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My family absolutely loves this game. It really doesn't take long, and my 5-year-old can play with no help (although I throw a few rounds every now and then to even the playing field). It's silly, easy, and quick — my three requirements for a game with young kids.
Promising review: "This game is awesome! We have played with only adults and with kids and both have been great experiences. The youngest child in the group we played with was 5, and they kept up well. Highly recommend to pass the time." — Jessica
7. A classic pin art toy for some old school, guaranteed giggles. The pure joy of seeing an imprint of your face in rainbow just does not get old. My youngest kid has one of these, and I do not regret the purchase for a second.
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8. A harmonica to get that musical talent up and running. Stay with me here — my oldest got one of these in a treasure box a while ago and I was NOT enthusiastic about the choice. But it's actually really hard not to sound like a musical prodigy on a harmonica, and I love how impressed she is by her own music. And when I've had enough, it's easy enough to say, "Enough harmonica for the day!" and away it goes. A slam dunk Easter basket addition.
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Promising review: "My 7-year-old LOVES this harmonica! Also, it's very durable, as she can be a little rough with her toys, but it's still as perfect as it was when we received it. 5/5" — Misty
9. A flower-themed bubble blower that'll provide the simple joy of bubbles without the accompanying lightheadedness from prolonged "MORE BUBBLES." Fill the reservoir. Press the button. Put your feet up. Sip something with an umbrella in it. Bask in successfully setting up fun once again.
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10. A rock-painting kit for flexing that creativity muscle. They can leave their creations around to make others smile, or they can jazz up your yard. Either way, a little quiet inside fun that can get them outside when the weather is nice is a win!
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Promising review: "Wish I would have ordered way more of these! They are perfect! So easy for young children and perfect for older kids (or adults) who want to have fun painting and decorating rocks. My 3-year-old took right to this, and my 8-year-old loved using the stickers! Also, the paint dried quickly, so we could do more without having to wait!" — alyse
Price: $12.50
11. A nostalgic and super easy Velcro toss-and-catch game that will provide them with the fun of playing catch regardless of their hand-eye prowess (or lack thereof).
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12. A NeeDoh Nice Cube — aka the single greatest fidget/stress ball in existence. My neurodiverse kiddo has been through ALL THE FIDGETS and has landed on this one as the best. It's durable, has plenty of resistance, and always goes back into shape.
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Promising review: "I bought this for my almost 3-year-old son and for my 5-year-old nephew for Christmas, and I love these things!! It's so satisfying and durable! It washes off so easily with just a rinse! Just make sure not to throw it as it's super solid with any force ('cause science). Love it!" — SJP
13. A set of travel-size magnetic tiles for a *little* screen-free entertainment. It's everything they love about magnetic tiles, but smaller and easier to store. Honestly, it's a no-lose situation for anyone and great for most ages.
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Promising review: "My son loved these. I keep them in my bag when we go to restaurants. We let him play with them at the table before the food comes. They are like normal Magna-Tiles but mini. The price point is a little high but the quality is there. Also, I love that they come with a high-quality travel case. Would buy again. An easy toy to bring on the go." — Keri
14. A pack of twistable colored pencils in case you have an artist who you definitely do not trust with a pencil sharpener. Plus, these pencils will save them the heartache of continuously snapping off the colored part. 🙌
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Promising review: "My 4-1/2-year-old daughters LOVE these! They color every day, and these are their go-to crayons. These allow my girls to stay in the lines better and are also great for writing their letters clearly, unlike normal crayons where letters can get smudged and messy looking." — Twincuties
15. A Stitch plush since the new movie is coming out this year, which will absolutely reinvigorate their Stitch obsession (and yours!) in time for the premiere.
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Promising review: "This is large and great quality material for the price. I just loved it. Would definitely recommend for all your Stitch lovers. 💙 They will enjoy snuggling these characters for years!" — Michelle
Price: $10
16. A musical "game controller" for your baby who is drawn to your Xbox controller but who is also completely ruining your high score. Plus, what baby doesn't love the sheer joy of pressing buttons?
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Promising review: "My baby loves it! She always wants the game controller of her dad's, so this was perfect to occupy her. While he's on the game, she acts like she is playing with him! She's 10-months-old." — Yasmin
17. A toddler flashlight to give them the simple pleasure of playing with a flashlight without the added terror of them staring directly into it. Whether it's learning colors or having fun trying to do shadow puppets together, this flashlight is a great addition to the toddler toy stash.
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Promising review: "It's a cute little flashlight. My son loves it, and we don't give him a real one because he shines them in his eyes. This one is made for children, so it doesn't hurt their eyes." — Ashley
18. A two-pack of foam soap for the ultimate sensory experience inside or outside of the bath. Foam soap is awesome for kids of various ages and can be used in so many ways. I've put it on a cookie sheet and mixed it with water beads for extra sensory fun, but you can also put it in the bath so it just goes right down the drain. Either way, it's sure to bring some Easter delight.
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Promising review: "My kids absolutely LOVE playing with this bath foam!!! It comes off easily and doesn't leave any stains. The price is great for how much comes in each can, and so far, every kind I have bought has smelled great! Just a really cool fun thing for your kids to use at bath time!" — anonymous
Price: $6.17
19. A set of neon-colored Play-Doh to up-level your Play-Doh experience if those plain old colors have gotten old. These bright colors will bring that "summertime-is-so-close-I-can-taste-it" feeling that late April can bring.
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20. A Bluey bubble wand for your little one who can't stop watching the Heelers. Coax them outside with the lure of bubbles and the Bluey theme song playing in tandem. I mean, it would work for me, and I'm the parent.
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Don't forget to pick up AAA batteries!
Promising review: "My granddaughter loves this. It blows a huge amount of bubbles. I highly recommend it." — Dale
Price: $12.93
21. A pack of Crayola sidewalk chalk so they can take their creativity outside in the fresh air where it should be for a change. Sidewalk chalk is fun for all ages, and your summer stash from last year is probably ready for a change out, anyway.
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Promising review: "Chalk can go really fast with my kids, but these have lasted a while. There are so many beautiful colors and a great price for the quality and quantity." — Mollie
Price: $2.54 for a pack of 24 (originally $2.97)
22. A set of fine-tipped pastel markers for coloring those precious springtime art pieces. My kids LOVE these markers because they're durable, easy-to-use, and have a fine tip that actually works for coloring books.
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Promising review: "My kids go through markers like crazy. I love that these are a little better for detail than classic kid markers but still affordable. Love the colors in this set, too! The pastels are really fun and unique. Always fun to have new color options to work with!" — Lila
Price: $3.58 (originally $13; also available in a three-pack)
23. A mini Bop-It to relive your own childhood excitement through your kids. And if you need to teach them some humility by absolutely dominating, that's no one's business but yours (go get 'em).
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Promising review: "I got this for my 8-year-old son for Christmas. He loves it, and my husband and I are having a blast playing. It's super nostalgic since we both played as kids!" — Jaci
Price: $9.84 (originally $22)
24. A TikTok-famous Kanoodle brain teaser puzzle that allows them to solve 200 puzzles in one small package. This is a great boredom buster for waiting rooms, a fun challenge for puzzle lovers, and an activity that'll get those strategy skills flowing without beeps, buzzes, or crashes.
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Promising review: "I got this for my daughter's 11th birthday goodie bag, and she was so excited! She's been playing with it nonstop for the last three weeks. I'm always looking for games and activities that have nothing to do with screen time. And this one definitely keeps her attention." — tiana
Price: $9.97
25. A camera with an instant-print option because not knowing how a picture is going to turn out might be a distant memory to you, but to them, it's positively MIND-BLOWING. You're going to love seeing all of the photos they call art, no matter how unsteady their hand is.
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Promising review: "Well worth the purchase!!! Very kid-friendly. My 7-year-old loves it!!! Great quality, fun little gadget! The pictures are so detailed!" — Kally
Price: $31.98 (originally $49.98; available in two colors)
26. A low-stakes egg-toss game that's fun for the whole family. This soft egg can sense when it's being passed or dropped, and saves you the task of cleaning up yolk splatter or having a rogue egg hit someone in the noggin.
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Promising review: "What a great toy. We all played with it on Easter morning. We were amazed at how smart this interactive toy was. We laughed and played with it for hours. We will definitely bring it on vacation with us, too." — Martha
Price: $24.99 (available in pink or blue)
27. A set of high-quality over-ear headphones because if they need headphones for technology, they might as well be comfortable. They can also hook together so two kids can watch the same thing at the same time without a fight — pure bliss.
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Promising review: "These seem to be my child's favorite kind. They are comfortable, and the sound is good. The first pair lasted over a year, and he asked for another one just like them." — Mandy
Price: $11.90+ (originally $24.99; available in two versions, seven colors, and in a two-pack)
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McQuivey, whose review of the research finds that more than a third of Americans wish they had more children than they currently have, and that 'an astonishing 88% agree that 'having children is one of the most important things I have done.'' Clearly, not everyone wants to or can become a parent. Reasons for not having kids are deeply personal and vary widely. While some may indeed want to sit leisurely on a beach, others, like Mother Teresa, prove that parents don't corner the market on selflessness. Many young adults feel ambivalent because their financial situations are too tenuous to buy a home or support a family, and still others wanted to parent, but infertility or life circumstances interfered. Catherine Rossi's poignant essay 'Not in the (Motherhood) Club,' describes her 20s full of work, a boyfriend and energy that somehow shifted in her 30s. 'With the seven-year guy long gone, I struggled to find another,' she writes, and then 'was hit full force in the face,' as her 30s became 40s, that 'there was a club.' Motherhood. And she would never be in it, feeling ostracized as everyone's lives began and continued to revolve around their children. No one should be stereotyped as selfish or feel ostracized for not having children, but a societal narrative that 'all parents are miserable' is not only untrue, but dissuades young adults from participating in what many find the most rewarding part of life. George Bailey. What a life. First the longed for dream of travel and Europe postponed, actually demolished, to salvage the family business and keep Bedford Falls from falling prey to Mr. Potter's evil machinations. Then marriage to Mary followed by multiple children — further imploding dreams of architecture, explorations and making it big. No wonder George questions, at a desperate juncture, whether his life is worth anything in Frank Capra's film classic 'It's a Wonderful Life,' as all his selflessness seems for naught. One of today's influencers might call George miserable, living in hell. It takes a hapless angel named Clarence to give George a vision of what his family and friends' lives would be like without his altruism (spoiler alert: pretty terrible). The movie ends with George surrounded by a grateful wife and thankful kids, relatives and a household full of friends. Mr. Potter, with money and power to make every wish come true, comes off as the truly miserable one compared to George's wonderful life. Maybe family-first, we-before-me selflessness offers its own angelic perspective during the desperate junctures of marriage and child-rearing, removing us from near-sighted annoyances and heartaches to give us the long view that sacrifices are worth it, and that hard times can bring out the best in us. Writer-surgeon Richard Selzer (1928-2016) was particularly adept at taking miserable medical situations and reframing them through the ennobling actions of a selfless spouse. In Selzer's essay 'Tube Feeding,' a husband tenderly ministers to a wife with an inoperable brain tumor, unable to eat. He devotedly carries out his daily duty when the feeding tube suddenly dislodges, so he nervously scrambles to reattach the tube, a nauseating process. Not wanting his wife to sense his distress, the husband discreetly hurries to a bathroom where she hears him throwing up. In another Selzer essay, he must cut a small nerve to remove the tumor in a woman's cheek — leaving the young wife with a twisted, clownish mouth. As Selzer encounters his patient and her husband back in her hospital room, he asks himself, 'Who are they? ... He and this wry mouth I have made, who gaze at each other so generously, greedily?' 'Will my mouth always be like this?' she asks, and Selzer replies yes, 'because the nerve was cut.' The wife remains silent, but the husband smiles and says, 'I like it ... it is kind of cute.' 'All at once I know who he is,' Selzer continues. 'I understand and I lower my gaze. One is not bold in an encounter with a god. Unmindful, he bends to kiss her crooked mouth and I am so close I can see how he twists his own lips to accommodate to hers, to show her that their kiss still works.' This article is the fourth of a series on the future of marriage in America.
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Elizabeth Hurley Celebrates 60th Birthday With Nude Instagram Post 'Taken This Afternoon'
Elizabeth Hurley Celebrates 60th Birthday With Nude Instagram Post 'Taken This Afternoon' originally appeared on Parade. Elizabeth Hurley is baring it all for her 60th birthday. The actress and philanthropist took to Instagram on Tuesday, with not only a nude photo, but some reflections on her past year in the post's caption, which included a mention of her new romance with Billy Ray Cyrus. "Happy birthday to me!" she wrote. "This year has already been a wild ride; my 30th year of working with the Estée Lauder Companies, my 30th year as the Global Ambassador of the @esteelaudercompanies Breast Cancer Campaign, the 20th anniversary of @elizabethhurleybeach and… I'm in love ♥️♥️♥️" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elizabeth Hurley (@elizabethhurley1) Referencing the country singer, the two become public with their relationship in an Easter Instagram post. Cyrus also posted a birthday message to Hurley where he called her the "love of my life." "Feeling very blessed and grateful for having the best friends & family in the world ♥️ pic taken this afternoon… in my birthday suit xxx," she concluded of the photo where she was donning just a of course, the post attracted immediately attracted commenters — including from her son, Damian. "Hahahah I LOVE YOU ♥️♥️♥️ happy birthday mama xxx," he wrote. Celebrity friends including Heidi Klum also took to the comment section to send her birthday wishes to the actress. "Congratulations beautiful smart funny Elizabeth ❤️," Klum wrote. "Wishing you the best you." 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Elizabeth Hurley Celebrates 60th Birthday With Nude Instagram Post 'Taken This Afternoon' first appeared on Parade on Jun 10, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
