When my daughter was finally old enough to participate in her first Easter egg hunt [1], I was so excited. I couldn't wait to decorate the eggs [2], fill plastic ones with toys and treats [3], and send her on a fun and elaborate search. As the years have gone by, I've maintained that first-year excitement but am always looking for new ideas to keep things fresh. It also doesn't hurt if those new ideas save me some money in the process. That's why my one-stop shop for all things Easter is Dollar Tree [4]. It offers a plethora of Easter egg stuffers, which aren't always easy to find because those eggs are so dang small. (Pro tip: the store also has jumbo Easter eggs for bigger items.) If you're like me and want to go all out on a budget, keep reading for 18 items that will help make your Easter egg hunt a huge hit this year. And if you shop online, you can buy in bulk!
Decorated Plastic Easter Eggs
Not only does Dollar Tree have all the items you'd want to fill the eggs with, but it also sells a wide assortment of plastic Easter eggs [6] ($1) to hide if you don't have time to decorate.
Egg Bubble Gum
Who doesn't love these bubble gum eggs [7] ($1)? They're an Easter staple!
LED Rubbery Creatures
These brightly colored rubbery creatures [8] ($1) light up when squeezed, making them fun for all ages.
DC Comics Figurines
Measuring at just over two inches, these DC Comics figurines [9] ($1) will fit perfectly in your little plastic eggs.
Bible Figurines
If you're looking to include classic biblical characters in your Easter egg hunt, these bible figurines [10] ($1) are perfect.
Jumbo Plastic Easter Eggs
For the bigger filler items you find, pick up a few jumbo Easter eggs [11] ($1) for an extra-special prize for the kids.
Sour Patch Bunnies
Kids of all ages will enjoy these Sour Patch Bunnies [12] ($1), a fun Easter twist on the classic sweet and sour candy.
Plastic Soldiers
Talk about a bang for your buck — you can fill up to 35 eggs with this pack of little military soldiers [13] ($1).
Tootsie Roll Eggs
The kids will love these egg-shaped Tootsie Rolls [14] ($1), a fun candy item to add to your hunt.
Peeps
Some families can't have Easter without getting their fill of the fluffy, marshmallowy goodness of Peeps [15]!
Plastic Bugs
If your hunt is outdoors, you'll want to stay away from bugs, but these plastic creepy crawlers [16] ($1) are sure to be a hit.
Easter Bunny Peanut Butter Cups
These Easter Bunny peanut butter cups [17] ($1) are specially made for the holiday, which makes them more than just another piece of chocolate.
Disney Character Figurines
Spark your kids' imagination with these Disney character figurines [18] ($1), which are just small enough to fit in an Easter egg.
Gummy Bunnies
These individually wrapped gummy bunnies [19] ($1) are sure to put a smile on your child's face.
Hot Wheels
You can never add too many Hot Wheels [20] ($1) to your car collection.
Jelly Beans
Easter isn't complete without some colorful jelly beans [21] ($1).
Key Chains
Little trinkets like these Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle key chains [22] ($1) are perfect for decorating backpacks.
Paw Patrol Figurines
If your kids are anything like mine, they have a ton of toys from their favorite shows, but these Paw Patrol figurines [23] ($1) are just three inches, which means they fit inside the eggs and they're great for on-the-go play time!