Leftover Easter Eggs? 15 Plastic Easter Egg Activities for Kids

Discover fun and creative Plastic Easter Egg Activities for kids that encourage learning, play and hands-on exploration.

From sensory play and learning games to arts and crafts, these colorful eggs can be used in creative ways to keep little hands and minds busy.

And for more Easter fun join us for more Easter crafts and activities!

Discover fun and creative Plastic Easter Egg Activities for kids that encourage learning, play and hands-on exploration.

Plastic Easter eggs aren’t just for egg hunts — they’re perfect for a variety of fun and engaging activities for kids.

Admit it. You probably still have all of those plastic Easter eggs sitting around your house!

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When you’re done playing, enjoy these Easter Books that are perfect for your kids!

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Or enjoy these Easter Board Books and Delightful Easter Bunny Books with your child. It’s the perfect way to tie in the holiday to your Easter activities!

Are Plastic Easter Eggs Recyclable

Most plastic Easter eggs are not recyclable because they are made from low-quality plastic or contain hinges and coatings that recycling centers can’t process.

Check with your local recycling program, but a better option is to reuse them for crafts, storage, or future celebrations.

How to Reuse Plastic Easter Eggs

In addition to the awesome plastic Easter egg activities following, here are some quick and creative ways to reuse plastic Easter eggs:

  • Sensory Bins: Fill them with rice, beans or small objects for sensory play.
  • Learning Activities: Use them for letter matching, color sorting or counting games.
  • Mini Storage: Store small craft supplies, jewelry, or loose change.
  • Ornaments: String them together to create a festive garland or Easter tree decorations.
  • Snack Holders: Use clean eggs to hold small snacks like nuts or candy.
  • Treasure Hunt: Repurpose them for scavenger hunts beyond Easter.
  • DIY Shakers: Fill with dry beans or beads, seal, and use as musical instruments.
  • Bath Toys: Let kids scoop and pour water with them in the tub.
  • Garden Helpers: Use as mini seed starters by filling them with soil and planting seeds.
  • Party Favors: Fill with small surprises for birthday parties or events.

Plastic Easter Egg Activities for Kids

Whether you’re looking for educational activities that reinforce colors, numbers and letters or hands-on crafts that encourage creativity, plastic Easter egg activities offer endless possibilities.

Get ready to explore exciting ideas that make use of these seasonal favorites beyond the holiday!

Easy Printable Easter Fun!

These easy Easter printable activities are here to make this holiday even more cheerful and creative!

3 Comments

  1. Great idea. I know we have some of those leftover plastic eggs hidden somewhere in this house. I might have to try some of these great ideas.

  2. Thank you for the mention. It is amazing how many plastic easter eggs I am still finding around the house many months later!

    1. Ha! It’s true. That’s why I pulled the post together. I thought… I can’t be the only mom still finding these things!

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