Screen-free Easter activities for kids to enjoy during spring break
Screen-free Easter activities for kids are a great way to enjoy spring break without resorting to tablets or TV. With extra time at home, high energy levels, and plenty of sugar in the mix, parents often find themselves scrambling for meaningful ways to keep little ones busy—without turning to screens.
The good news? There are tons of creative, educational, and fun ideas that are easy to set up and don’t require fancy materials. From backyard games and printable mysteries to arts & crafts, you can turn spring break into a time of connection, learning, and laughter.
Here are some inspiring ways to make the most of the Easter holidays with your kids—no screen required.
1. Why plan screen-free activities during Easter break?
While kids definitely deserve some downtime during school breaks, long unstructured days often lead straight to “Can I watch something?” Proposing fun, engaging activities throughout the week can:
- Encourage imagination and focus
- Support their need for movement and expression
- Reduce dependence on devices
- Create bonding moments as a family
Alternating between calm moments, physical games, and mini-projects gives a nice rhythm to the week—without needing a packed schedule.
2. Enjoy the fresh air with outdoor Easter games
Spring is the perfect season to get outside. Longer days and warmer temperatures make it easy to plan screen-free fun outdoors.
Here are a few simple backyard ideas:
- Mini Easter egg hunt: Hide eggs with tiny challenges or riddles inside.
- Bunny hop race: Hop from point A to point B with “paws” behind your back!
- Easter scavenger hunt: Spot chocolate eggs, bunnies, spring flowers, and hidden nests during a fun family walk.
- Start a mini garden: Plant carrot seeds or flower bulbs in a small pot.
3. Get crafty with Easter-themed DIY projects
When the weather doesn’t cooperate, Easter crafts are a go-to. They’re hands-on, quiet, and allow kids to express their creativity.
Try these:
- Create bunny masks or egg decorations with paper and stickers
- Paint Easter rocks and leave them on neighbors’ doorsteps
- Make a greeting card for grandparents
- Use toilet paper rolls to build Easter characters
Looking for easy print-and-play crafts? Check out our Easter Cut & Glue Activity Pack. Great for building fine motor skills!
4. Printables = easy screen-free fun at your fingertips
Having a stack of printable games ready can be a lifesaver. They’re quiet, engaging, and can be done anytime without preparation.
Some free favorites:
- Easter tic-tac-toe
- Secret codes and mazes
- Spot-the-difference challenges
- Word searches and coloring pages
Explore our full range of free Easter printables to keep kids happily busy—no batteries required.
5. Try a full afternoon escape room or mystery game
If you want to fill a whole afternoon with something special, a printable Easter escape room or detective game is a great solution. Kids love being immersed in a story, solving puzzles, and working together.
We recommend:
- Easter Curse: an escape room series for ages 6–7, 8+, or 10+
- The Chocolate Kingdom: a whimsical Easter mystery set in a candy-filled land
Each pack comes with puzzles, clues, game sheets, and setup instructions—ready to print and play in minutes.
6. Calmer moments: screen-free downtime ideas
Everything doesn’t have to be high-energy. Slower activities are just as valuable and help balance the day.
For trusted tips on early childhood development and screen-free play ideas, the nonprofit Zero to Three offers valuable insights for parents of young children.
Ideas for calm play:
- Easter-themed books or audiobooks
- Family board games like UNO or Guess Who
- Create a cozy reading nook with plushies and coloring sheets
Pair a quiet afternoon with our relaxing Easter-themed coloring page.
7. Give the week a light routine
Even on vacation, kids thrive with a bit of structure. A loose schedule helps prevent boredom and gives each day a sense of purpose.
Here’s an easy example:
- Morning: calm play (printable game, story time, crafts)
- Midday: outdoor adventure (walk, egg race, gardening)
- Afternoon: big activity (DIY game, escape room, treasure hunt)
- Evening: quiet time (coloring, reading, snuggles)
? Let kids help build the schedule using drawings or stickers—they’ll be more excited to follow it!
A screen-free Easter break filled with memories
Keeping kids entertained during Easter doesn’t mean overplanning—it means balancing movement, creativity, and quiet moments.
With simple tools like printable games, recycled craft materials, and just a bit of imagination, you can turn Easter break into something magical.
? Ready to get started? Explore our full collection of free activities and printable Easter adventures right here.
