On Easter, it is common to decorate eggs as a symbol of Jesus' resurrection, though chocolate eggs are now more popular. The tradition of the Easter Bunny originated in Germany and brings eggs and candy to children in baskets on Easter Sunday, which are then hidden for children to find in Easter egg hunts.
2. TraditionalEasterCustoms Decorating Eggs On the Saturday before Easter, it is common to paint or decorate eggs. The egg is a symbol of the resurrection of Jesus. Traditionally, we paint real chicken eggs. Now, it is more popular to buy chocolate eggs or plastic eggs filled with candy.
4. TraditionalEasterCustoms The Easter Bunny The tradition of the Easter Bunny originated in Germany, and was brought to the US by German immigrants in the 18th century. The Easter Bunny is a rabbit who brings Easter eggs, chocolates, or other sweets to children on Easter Sunday. He brings these sweets in a basket, called an Easter Basket.
7. TraditionalEasterCustoms Easter Egg Hunt The Easter Bunny hides Easter Eggs (usually chocolate eggs or plastic eggs filled with candy) either in the house or outside the house. Children search for the eggs on the morning of Easter Sunday, called an “Easter Egg Hunt”.
