The 10 Best Heirloom Toys for Easter Baskets

At HABA, we believe in sustainable, timeless play, which is why we’ve selected 10 beautifully crafted wooden toys that make the perfect Easter gifts for toddlers and young children. Whether they love stacking, sorting, or rolling, these wooden Easter toys are built to inspire creativity and foster learning while being cherished for generations to come.

Waddling Duck Pull Toy – A Classic for Generations Since 1954, this beloved wooden pull toy has delighted little ones with its cheerful waddle! Perfect for encouraging movement and exploration, this adorable duckling follows closely behind, supporting early walking skills and gross motor development. Made in Germany from sustainably sourced beech wood, it’s a keepsake-quality toy that will be passed down through generations. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: A timeless gift that inspires adventure and movement for toddlers learning to walk.

Discovery Caterpillar Wooden Building Blocks – A Sensory Delight  Bright, engaging, and full of surprises, this colorful caterpillar-themed wooden block set encourages little ones to explore through touch, sight, and sound. With optical and acoustic effects hidden in each block, children will delight in stacking, sorting, and discovering! Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Vibrant rainbow colors and sensory elements make this a gift that grows with them.

Fun with Sounds Wooden Eggs – Shake Up Their Playtime! Forget plastic eggs—these beautifully crafted wooden eggs are packed with surprises! Each egg features a unique sound, from jingling to rattling, helping toddlers develop their auditory senses. Perfect for Montessori-style play, they’re a playful (and sustainable!) addition to any Easter basket. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Eggs are a classic Easter symbol, and these bring a fun, sensory twist!

Flower Garden Wooden Sorting & Stacking Game – Blooming Creativity Welcome springtime play all year long with this colorful flower-themed stacking and sorting set. Children can build their own unique floral arrangements while strengthening their fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and creativity. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Flowers and Easter go hand in hand—this set brings nature into playtime!

Animal Upon Animal Stacking Game – A Family Favorite Balance, stack, and laugh with HABA’s best-selling stacking game! With adorable animal figures and just the right amount of challenge, this game has been a family favorite for nearly 20 years. Made in Germany from durable, high-quality wood, it’s a game that kids (and parents!) will want to play over and over. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Heirloom-quality fun that brings the whole family together.

Forest Friends Stacking Toy – A Woodland Wonderland Stack, balance, and build with friendly bears, owls, and trees! This sweet and silly stacking game encourages problem-solving and hand-eye coordination while sparking imaginative play. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: A whimsical woodland set that brings the magic of nature into their basket.

Magica Clutching Toy – The Perfect First Easter Gift Soft, smooth, and easy for tiny hands to grasp, this vibrant wooden clutching toy is a sensory delight for babies 6 months and up. Threaded with elastic, the colorful wooden balls move and shift, helping develop fine motor skills while providing endless tactile fun. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Bright, cheerful colors and a safe, durable design make this an ideal first Easter gift.

Coburg Building Blocks – Open-Ended Play for Future Builders Calling all little architects! This 28-piece wooden block set encourages creativity, problem-solving, and endless construction possibilities. Whether they’re building towers, bridges, or tiny towns, these high-quality, sustainably sourced wooden blocks will be a staple in play for years. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: A timeless toy that inspires creativity and grows with them.

3D Viridis Wooden Blocks – Building with Nature’s Colors This stunning wooden block set blends natural, light green, and dark green pieces for an eye-catching aesthetic. Designed for endless open-ended play, it helps develop spatial awareness and fine motor skills as children explore building in multiple dimensions. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: Inspired by nature, these blocks bring a fresh, spring-like feel to playtime.

My Very First Games – First Orchard – Cooperative Play for Little Learners This beloved first board game introduces toddlers to the joy of cooperative play! In First Orchard, children work together to collect colorful wooden fruit before the hungry raven reaches the orchard. Designed for ages 2 and up, this game fosters early turn-taking, teamwork, and color recognition while engaging young minds in a fun, nature-themed challenge. Why It’s Perfect for Easter: With its wooden fruit pieces and cheerful spring theme, this is the perfect first board game for little ones!

Give the Gift of Heirloom Play This Easter

This Easter, go beyond the candy and fill their baskets with sustainable, heirloom-quality toys that inspire creativity, learning, and lasting memories. Whether it’s a pull-along duck, a set of stacking flowers, or a sensory discovery toy, these timeless treasures will bring joy for years to come. Make this Easter one to remember—with gifts that truly last!