Trending Easter Gifts for Kids Ages 8 and Up

Easter Basket Ideas for Ages 8+

Strategic, Skill-Building, and Ready for Big Adventures

By age eight and up, kids are ready for deeper strategy, real engineering challenges, and games that stretch their thinking. Their Easter baskets can go beyond simple toys and include hands-on STEM kits, competitive family board games, outdoor adventure gear, and skill-based challenges that build confidence and independence.

If you’re looking for Easter gift ideas for older kids, think strategy, exploration, math-based games, and outdoor fun that gets them moving. These gifts are designed to challenge growing minds while keeping play exciting and meaningful.

Here are our favorite Easter basket ideas for ages 8+:

	Dancing Eggs Movement Game Balance, react, and outlast the competition in this hilarious movement game that keeps everyone on their toes. Fast-paced and family-friendly, it builds coordination, quick thinking, and laugh-out-loud energy for older kids and adults alike.
	Terra Kids Catamaran DIY Activity Kit Build a real floating catamaran using cork, wood, linen sails, and sisal rope, then set it loose on water for true sailing adventure. This eco-friendly STEM kit teaches buoyancy, mechanics, and wind power through hands-on construction and outdoor exploration.
	Maxi Hand Glider (22”) Launch this oversized glider into the sky and adjust the tail for straight flight or dramatic loop-de-loops. With real aerodynamic design and easy assembly, it encourages active outdoor play and introduces basic physics concepts.
	Galaxolotl Strategy Card Game Compete for control of a distant planet in this math-driven strategy game filled with calculated risks and clever planning. Designed for ages 8+, it strengthens logical reasoning, flexible thinking, and strategic decision-making in every round.
	Animals Around the World Bingo Race to match animal habitats, diets, and traits in this fast-paced, knowledge-packed twist on classic bingo. Blending learning and competition, it builds deduction skills, observation, and global animal awareness in a fun family format.
	HABA Marble Run – Large Set Design intricate tracks with ramps, tunnels, and bell bridges while exploring gravity, momentum, and structural engineering. This expandable wooden marble run builds spatial reasoning, problem-solving skills, and creative confidence for budding young engineers.
	Fast Factory Race as assembly robots in this fast-paced team challenge filled with stacking, nesting, and precision tasks. Blending logic, dexterity, and teamwork, this exciting family game keeps players thinking quickly and working together under pressure.
	Dragonella Act fast and think faster as everyone plays at once in this thrilling dragon-themed card race. With three difficulty levels and strategic split-second decisions, Dragonella sharpens reaction speed, visual perception, and tactical thinking.
	Spilling Funnel Sand Toy Mix sand and water with precision to design detailed sculptures and flowing creations at the beach or sandbox. This hands-on outdoor STEM tool encourages experimentation, cause-and-effect discovery, and creative engineering through active play.
	Spielstabil Large Sand Scoop Built for serious digging, hauling, and sculpting, this sturdy scoop is ready for beach days, snow forts, and backyard engineering projects. With its easy-grip handle and virtually indestructible design, it encourages active outdoor play and hands-on building that lasts season after season.