What is Easter? Easter is the time for

What is Easter? Easter is the time for holidays, festivals and a time for giving chocolate Easter eggs. But Easter means much more.... Easter is the oldest and the most important Christian Festival, the celebration of the death and coming to life again of Jesus Christ.

When is Easter? Easter is observed by the churches of the West on the first Sunday following the full moon. Easter is a "movable" feast which can occur as early as March 22 or as late as April 25.

EASTER SYMBOLS Easter eggs &baby chicks Eggs and chicks symbolize new life. Eggs have been a symbol of spring since ancient times. An egg also is a symbol of the rock tomb out of which Christ emerged when he arose again. The chick, hatching out of the egg, symbolizes new life or re-birth.

Easter bunny Hot Cross Buns The rabbit, or hare, was a symbol of abundant new life in ancient times, and reminds us of spring and new life. Hot Cross Buns have a cross of icing on the top to remind people of Christ.

The cross symbolizes Jesus' victory over death. The lamb represents Jesus, "the Lamb of God". Easter Lilies symbolize the purity of Jesus. They also symbolize new life and the resurrection of Christ.

EASTER FACTS During nineteenth century the first chocolate egg recipe was prepared in Europe. Initially Easter baskets were designed as the bird’s nest. The term given to painting Easter eggs is known as pysanka. About 74% of children first eat ears of their chocolate bunny and other 13% eat feet first and tail is eaten first by the next 10% of the children.

Let’s sing! Easter Bunny (tune: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star) Easter Bunny, soft and white Hopping quickly out of sight, Thank you for the eggs you bring, At Eastertime we welcome spring, Easter Bunny, soft and white, Hopping quickly out of sight.