Tuesday, March 31, 2009

I deas for Easter Basket Treats


Along with all the sugary jelly beans and marshmallow eggs, I like to add fanciful Easter surprises to my childrens' baskets. Sometimes the bunny brings flower bulbs for spring planting, or even a packet of carrot seeds (hint, hint!). Usually there is a new story book in the basket along with a couple of little knick knacky doo-dads--maybe a hand held puzzle or a little wooden bunny. An active game (even a small board game or something along the lines of jacks or marbles does the trick) that they can play to burn off some of that sugar induced mania is always a nice addition as well! Sometimes there are art supplies or a craft kit in case the warm spring sunshine inspires their inner artist. Bubbles and pinwheels are always fun too. Regardless of the contents of the basket, I think I am delighted as the boys on Easter morning when I see their faces alight with the magic and anticipation of discovering what the bunny has brought for them this year.

Though it is still snowy and blustery, springtime is almost here! The days are longer, the sun brighter, and the willows are even starting to bud. It is just a matter of time until the snow starts to melt and we enter every mom's nightmare--laundry season (a.k.a. spring "break-up")!

To celebrate, we've got lots of wonderful springy surprises at Enchanted Forest Toys this month including charming Easter Basket stuffers, outdoor games and loads of new picture books. Drop by and say hello soon!