The Ultimate Easter Holiday Tech-Free Guide – Fun Activities & Scripts for All Ages

Why a Tech-Free Easter?

The Easter holidays are a perfect opportunity to step away from screens and reconnect as a family. Taking a break from technology can help improve focus, encourage creativity, and strengthen family bonds. This guide provides age-appropriate activities to keep children engaged without devices, along with simple scripts to help parents introduce and encourage tech-free fun.

Setting Expectations for a Digital Detox

Model good habits: Parents leading by example helps children adapt to the change.

Have a family meeting: Explain the importance of reducing screen time and set clear guidelines.

Create a tech-free zone: Designate areas in the home where devices aren’t allowed (e.g., dining table, playroom).

Use a reward system: Encourage participation with stickers, small prizes, or an Easter-themed reward chart.

Activities & Scripts by Age Group

For Toddlers (1-4 years old): Playful Exploration

Activity: Sensory Easter Hunt

Hide soft toys, textured objects, and scented sachets around the house or garden.
Encourage them to describe how the items feel and smell.

Script:
“The Easter Bunny left some magical treasures! Can you find them? Let’s use our hands and noses to explore!”

Activity: Easter Bunny Yoga

Simple animal-inspired movements (hop like a bunny, stretch like a cat).
Helps with motor skills and energy release.

Script:
“Let’s pretend to be Easter bunnies! Can you hop as high as you can? Now let’s curl up like a sleepy bunny!”

For Young Children (5-8 years old): Creative & Hands-On

Activity: Easter Art Station

Set up a table with coloring pages, stickers, and egg-painting kits.
Let them create Easter cards for family members.

Script:
“Let’s get messy and creative! What colors will your Easter egg be? Maybe we can make a surprise card for someone special!”

Activity: DIY Easter Obstacle Course

Use pillows, hula hoops, and cones to create a bunny hop challenge.
Let them time each other and try to beat their best scores.

Script:
“Can you hop like a bunny through the obstacle course? Let’s see who can do it the fastest!”

For Tweens (9-12 years old): Social & Skill-Based

Activity: Easter Baking Challenge

Provide ingredients for cupcake decorating or hot cross buns.
Let them compete in a friendly “best design” challenge.

Script:
“I bet you can make the best Easter cupcakes! How about we have a decorating contest? Winner gets to pick a fun family activity!”

Activity: Easter-Themed Board Game Night

Set up a family board game night with small Easter treats as prizes.
Let tweens take the lead in explaining rules and setting up.

Script:
“How about a game night—winner gets a surprise Easter treat! You choose the game, and I’ll bring the snacks!”

For Teens (13+ years old): Active & Social Challenges

Activity: Outdoor Adventure Day

Plan a full day of hiking, geocaching, or a picnic.
Give them responsibility for organizing part of the trip.

Script:
“I challenge you to plan an epic outdoor adventure—hiking, games, or a picnic. No screens, just fun! What’s your plan?”

Activity: Easter Escape Room at Home

Create clues and puzzles to solve an “Easter mystery.”
Involve riddles, hidden objects, and teamwork.

Script:
“There’s an Easter mystery to solve! You and your friends have 30 minutes to crack the clues. Are you up for it?”

Bonus Tips for a Digital Detox Easter

Create a Tech-Free Zone (e.g., dining table, garden, or living room)
Use a Reward System (stickers or points for non-screen activities)
Plan Device-Free Family Time (movie night, storytelling, campfire evening)
Encourage Journalling (ask kids to write about their best Easter moments)

Easter Family Tech-Free Challenge (Printable Tracker!)

A fun 7-day challenge for the whole family with different non-tech activities each day.
Checkboxes for completion and space for kids to draw or write about their favourite activities.