Jesus Christ
How many followers, or disciples, did Jesus have?
12
Where do many people go on Easter Sunday?
To church
A vegetable which skin gives natural red colour to eggs
Onion
Children often hunt for these hidden around the house or garden.
Easter eggs
Which two things did he dedicate his life to?
Teaching and healing
Why are there eggs on the table at Easter?
Easter eggs are a symbol of new life and rebirth.
How to make a blue egg?
Boil it with red cabbage.
People sometimes do it on Easter Sunday to show a fresh start.
Dress in new clothes
The day when Jesus was crucified.
Good Friday
What do people do to eggs before they put them on the table in many countries across the world?
They paint them.
How old is the tradition of giving painted eggs?
Over 1000 years old
In the United States, there is ... in New York City every year.
an Easter parade
This is why Jesus was arrested by religious leaders.
Because they were afraid of his teachings and jealous that people followed him.
What else can eggs be made of when given as presents?
Chocolate
Where do the German hang painted Easter eggs?
On trees
In some countries, people do these to celebrate Easter evening.
Light candles or fires
What do we celebrate at Easter?
Three days after his death, Jesus rose from the dead. This is called the Resurrection, and it’s why we celebrate Easter.
A common type of meat served at an Easter meal
Lamb
Some countries have this game with painted eggs. They roll them down hills to see whose egg goes farthest without breaking.
Egg-rolling
Why do people decorate their houses with bunnies?
They are a symbol of new life and spring.