In America, some people believe the Easter Bunny was first introduced in the 1700s by German immigrants in Pennsylvania.
They introduced their tradition of the egg-laying hare who was known as ‘Osterhase’ or ‘Oschter Haws,’ and who would lay colorful eggs as gifts to children who behaved well.
Children would then make nests for the rabbit to leave her eggs. Over time, this tradition spread across America and became a widespread Easter tradition.
The Easter Bunny s egg delivery then came to include treats such as toys and chocolate.
When does the Easter bunny arrive and deliver chocolate eggs?
The Easter bunny arrives over Easter weekend, either on Easter Sunday morning itself, or similarly to Santa, the bunny hides eggs overnight, doing so on Easter Saturday in time for when the children wake up on Easter morning.
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