Easter is an important Christian holiday celebrated in England each year. As part of the traditions, families and friends give each other Easter eggs to symbolize new life. Around 80 million chocolate eggs are consumed annually. Typical gifts include large chocolate eggs from family and smaller eggs. Other Easter symbols seen in stores and celebrations include rabbits, lambs, chicks, and ducklings. Popular Easter foods in England are hot cross buns, roast lamb, boiled eggs, and fruit cakes like simnel cake. Children participate in Easter egg hunts and make decorated eggs, nests, and bonnets at school.