Easter Toddler Activity

Celebrate Easter with a hands-on, colorful craft that’s perfect for toddlers! This DIY Colored Pasta Easter Egg activity is an easy and fun way to spark creativity while enhancing sensory play and fine motor skills.

Looking for a simple and creative Easter activity for your toddler? This DIY Colored Pasta Easter Egg craft is a perfect way to encourage sensory play, fine motor skills, and festive creativity! Using just a few household items, your little one can create colorful, textured Easter eggs that make for a fun decoration or keepsake.

Materials Needed:

Dry pasta (various shapes like bowtie, penne, or macaroni)
Acrylic paint (assorted Easter colors)
Hand sanitizer
Ziplock bags
Cardboard
Scissors
Glue
Paintbrush (optional)

Step 1: Coloring the Pasta

Pour a handful of dry pasta into a ziplock bag.
Add a few drops of acrylic paint and a small pump of hand sanitizer.
Seal the bag and shake it well until all the pasta is evenly coated in color.
Open the bag and spread the pasta out on a tray or parchment paper to dry. Let it dry completely before use (about 1-2 hours).

Step 2: Preparing the Cardboard Eggs

Take a piece of cardboard and draw egg shapes.
Cut out the eggs using scissors (parents may need to assist with this step).

Step 3: Decorating the Easter Eggs

Apply glue all over the cardboard egg cutout.
Let your toddler stick the colored pasta onto the egg in any design they like.
If desired, use a paintbrush to add extra details or sprinkle glitter for extra sparkle.
Allow the eggs to dry completely before displaying them!

Tips for a Fun Experience:

Use different pasta shapes to create cool textures and patterns.
Talk about colors and shapes as your toddler decorates.
Turn this into a keepsake by adding your child’s name and the year on the back.

This easy and fun Easter craft is a wonderful way to keep your toddler engaged while celebrating the holiday. Plus, it’s a great way to explore colors, textures, and creativity together! Happy crafting!