It's Beginning To Look A lot Like Christmas

Michael Bublé

Jingle Bells

Dashing through the snow,

In a one horse open sleigh

Over the fields we go

Laughing all the way.

Bells on bob tail ring

making spirits bright.

What fun it is to ride and sing

A sleighing song tonight.

Chorus

Oh jingle bells jingle bells, jingle all the way!

Oh what fun it is to ride

In a one horse open sleigh, Hey!

Jingle bells jingle bells, Jingle all the way!

Oh what fun it is to ride

In a one horse open sleigh

A day or two ago

I thought I'd took a ride

And soon Miss Fannie Bright

Seated by my side

The horse was lean and lank

Miss fortuned seemed his lot

He got into a drifted bank

And we all got upset

Chorus

Oh jingle bells jingle bells, jingle all the way!

Oh what fun it is to ride

In a one horse open sleigh, Hey!

Jingle bells jingle bells, Jingle all the way!

Oh what fun it is to ride

In a one horse open sleigh

A miracle: the Battle of Empel

The Battle of Empel was a battle fought on December 7 and December 8, 1585 near the place of Empel, in the Netherlands as part of the Eighty Years' War, in which a Spanish force miraculously escaped destruction and achieved victory. In Spain the battle is still remembered as it is believed that the army was saved due to intervention of Mary of the Inmaculate Conception.

After the campaign of 1585, the Duke of Parma decided to go into winter quarters on Northern Dutch territory. The troops occupied the area around Hertogenbosch. Some 3000-4000 men of the Spanish Tercio, including Juan del Águila, under Maestre de Campo Francisco de Bobadilla were stationed on Bommelerwaard, which was supposed to be rich enough to support these troops through the winter. But all farmers had left the island, taking their livestock with them.

To make the situation of the hungry Spanish troops even worse, Dutch commander arrived with a strong land force and 100 ships. The Dutch leader offered an honorable surrender to the Spaniards but the response was resolute: «Los infantes españoles prefieren la muerte a la deshonra. Ya hablaremos de capitulación después de muertos.» Philip of Hohenlohe-Neuenstein breached the dikes of Bommelwaard, forcing the Spanish back over the Rhine to Empel. There they were unable to reach 's-Hertogenbosch, because the terrain was flooded and guarded by the fleet of Hohenlohe. The island was attacked as well by artillery fire coming from a fort, at the other side of the river.

The situation for the Spanish looked desperate. A Spanish soldier who was digging a trench around the church commented "this is more likely to be my grave than a trench". As he dug, he found a painting representing Mary of the Immaculate Conception. Bobadilla interpreted the discovery as a sign from God, and had the painting put on the Spanish flag for worship.

The next day the wind turned, and the intense cold temperature made the water around the island freeze. The Dutch fleet, surrounding the island, feared getting stuck in the ice and had to withdraw to open water. Meanwhile, the exhausted Spanish troops were able to flee the island across the ice. Panic broke out among the Dutch land forces when they heard what happened. A few hours later the Dutch bastion was assaulted and taken by the Spanish Tercios. Althoght many Spaniards died as a result of the weather hardships, the majority of the troops escaped annihilation and in fact achieved a miraculous victory.

That same day, Mary of the Immaculate Conception was proclaimed patroness of the Spanish Tercios of Flanders and Italy.

Spanish Constitution of 1978

The Spanish Constitution of 1978 is the current supreme law of the Kingdom of Spain. It was enacted after the country's 1978 constitutional referendum and is a furtherance of the Spanish transition to democracy. The Spanish Constitution of 1978 was preceded by numerous other constitutions.

The Constitution was originally ratified after a referendum on 6 December 1978 and was signed by King Juan Carlos I on 27 December 1978. The signing of the Constitution marked the culmination of the Spanish transition to democracy after the death of the former Head of State, Francisco Franco, in 1975. This led to the country undergo a series of political and historical changes that transformed the Francoist regime into a democratic state. The Constitution states that the King of Spain is the Head of the State. However, the king's function is merely symbolic and does not have any executive power.

The separation of powers is implicitly stated throughout the Constitution, which says that all people have the right to decide the representatives who will occupy the Cortes Generales, constituting of the Congress of Deputies and the Senate; both share the legislative power. The Government, whose president is anointed by the Congress of Deputies, directs the executive power, and the judicial power relies on judges, and the Constitutional Court assures that all laws follow the Constitution.

The last month of the year

December is the twelfth and last month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian Calendars. It is one of seven months with the length of 31 days.

December is the first month of meteorological winter in the Northern Hemisphere and in the Southern Hemisphere is the first month of summer. December is the month with the shortest daylight hours of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the longest daylight hours of the year in the Southern Hemisphere.

December is the last month of the year. 

Christmas Day is December 25th. 

December has thirty-one days. 

In December 1941, the United States was at war.

Don't you think it is rather warm for December?

15 reasons why you should go to Seville

As the capital and largest city of Andalusia, Seville is absolutely one of the must visit cities in Spain. From the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See to Royal Alcazars of Seville, I have rounded up 15 unmissable things to do and see while in town.

1) VISIT SEVILLA CATHEDRAL AND GO UP GIRALDA BELL TOWER

A must see during your stay in Seville, the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, best known as Seville Cathedral, is the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church all over the world. Built during the 16th century to demonstrate the city’s wealth, here you can also visit Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’s grave. Our hint? Reach the cathedral roof: from the top you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, And don’t miss out on visiting also the Giralda, the bell Cathedral’s tower, once a minaret of the mosque that stood on the site under Muslim rule.

2) FEEL LIKE A KING AT REALES ALCAZARES (ROYAL ALCAZARS OF SEVILLE)

Once in Seville don’t miss out on visiting The Alcazàr of Seville, the royal palace, once a Moorish fort. Best known as one of the most beautiful in Spain, being one of the most representative examples of mudéjar architecture on the Iberian Peninsula. It was the birthplace of Infanta Maria Antonietta of Spain, daughter of Philiph V of Spain and Elisabeth Farnese.

3) LOOK INTO FUTURE AT METROPOL PARASOL

This futuristic wooden structure is called Metropol Parasol and it was designed by German architect Jürgen Mayer-Hermann, claiming to be the largest wooden structure in the world. The building is popularly known as Las Setas de la Encarnación. Organized in four levels, it houses an Antiquarium, a Central Market, an the open-air public plaza and panoramic terraces (including a restaurant), offering one of the best views of the city centre.

4) WANDER AROUND PLAZA DE ESPAÑA

And don’t forget to take a walk in wonderful Plaza de España (Spain Square). Built in 1928 for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929, it is a breathtaking example of the Renaissance Revival style in traditional Spanish architecture. Designed by architect Anìbal Gonzàlez, it’s a harmonic mix of 1920s Art Dec, “moc Mudeja” and Neo-Mudèjar styles. By its walls there are many tiled alcoves, each representing a different province of Spain.

5) ADMIRE TORRE DEL ORO (GOLD TOWER)

The Torre del Oro is a military watchtower, built by the Almohad dynasty to control access to Seville by the Guadalquivir river. Built in the thirteenth century, it worked as a prison during the Middle Ages and derives its name from the gleam of lime mortar and straw that the building displayed.

6) EXPLORE SEVILLE’S BARRIOS 

To better enjoy Seville’s spirit, you absolute have to take a walk through some of its most typical and characteristic barrios (neighborhoods). If Barrio de Santa Cruz, once the Jewish quarter of the medieval city, is a labyrinth of narrow streets and alleys dating back to the old judería (Jewish quarter), El Arenal once housed the city’s port from where you could see ships sailing to the New World. Nowadays it houses freidurias (fried fish takeaways) and lots of bars ad restaurants as well as The Gold Tower. Triana also worth a visit. Why? It is famous for its amazing azulejos (ceramic tiles), made in workshops here using mud from the riverbank. Once here don’t miss out on visiting its market (Mercado de Triana). You must head to Macarena, if you want to see an authentic Seville barrio. Once here, don’t forget to visit the food market on Calle Feria, one of the city’s best and the “El Jueves” Thursday flea market.

7) HAVE A TASTE OF TAPAS WHILE DRINKING SANGRIA

One of the most typical are called tapas, a term which indicates a variety of appetizers or snacks: from mixed olives to cheese tortilla, pulpo a La gallega, but also patatas brava and croquetas. If you want to enjoy some tapas head to Bar Blanca Paloma in Triana’s neighborhood but also Blanco Cerrillo one of the most typical places here to eat tapas in town. While if you are looking for restaurant to eat Sevilla’s most traditional dishes, go to Michelin starred Abantal, or go to Taberna Sol y Sombra. Absolutely delicious!

8) ENTER THE RING LIKE A PRO MATADOR AT PLAZA DE TOROS

When construction began around 1760, little did those involved foresee a construction process that would last over 120 years. Finally, the last detail to this cardinal temple was completed in 1881, becoming hailed as the most beautiful example of bullfighting architecture as well as playing a major part in the evolution of the bullfighting festival. With a gracious mix of late-baroque and early classicism, the grand exposed-stone ring is dotted with curious decorations of men, animals and vegetables.

9) WALK THROUGH HISTORY AT PARQUE MARÍA LUISA

Stretching along the Guadalquivir river, these former gardens of the Palace of San Telmo were opened to the public in 1893, after being donated by the occupant Infanta Maria Luisa Fernanda. Visitors can expect to discover Moorish-inspired tiled fountains, pavilions, wall decorations, as well as various ponds, benches and other hidden gems. the park is famed for the sheer number of doves that have taken residence there. Make time to visit the monuments dedicated to the likes of Gustavo Adolfo Becquer, Miguel de Cervantes, and the century old Fountain of Lions.

10) CRUISE DOWN THE GUADALQUIVIR RIVER AND TAKE IN SEVILLE’S SIGHTS

Fancy experiencing the Parque Maria Luisa and the city’s plentiful cityscape by other means? Then hop on a boat tour of the Guadalquivir River, which will show you the most beautiful panoramas and reveal more of the UNESCO World Heritage old town, as well as sailing around the Parco di Maria Luisa. Great stuff.

11) IMMERSE YOURSELF IN PASSION AT THE FESTIVAL OF FLAMENCO IN SEVILLE

Get your castanets out, your dancing shoes on, have a bit of hotel vocal practice, and get yourself ready to annoy the locals at the world famous Bienal de Flamenco, a festival that has been going since 1980. For the 18th addition, Seville becomes a hotbed of activity between 12 September until 5 October and be prepared to discover all the different ways in which flamenco is expressed.

12) HOLY MOLY, SEVILLE’S CHURCHES THAT HAVE GOT TO BE SEEN

First up, there is Salvador Church found on Plaza del Salvador, which began construction in 1674, and is based on the remains of Mezquita Mayor, the ancient mosque of Seville. Next, the Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes, founded in 1676 for the poor and completed in 1695. As well as its inviting courtyard and terrace, its real beauty is found in the adjoining church, the Iglesia del Hospital de los Venerables. The church is decorated from floor to ceiling in the most illuminating and joyful colours, including a golden organ that towers high above its visitors.

13) STEP ONTO THE ‘WRONG’ SIDE OF THE GUADALQUIVIR RIVER IN TRIANA

Located on the west bank of the river, Triana is separated from the main city, classed as an almost-island but narrowly linked to the mainland in the north. Step away from main Seville and you’ll find the ‘trianeros’ are very welcoming and come with a community vibe that isn’t as tight knit in the main city. Along with its eye-catching Moorish Revival chapel, Triana is steeped in as much history as it is bars and places to eat. This colourful old quarter shouldn’t be overlooked and with a little luck, you’ll find yourself rubbing shoulders with locals in popular haunts like Las Golondrinas and Altozano de Triana.

14) MARVEL AT DIEGO VELAZQUEZ’S PAINTINGS AT CASA DE PILATOS

Get yourself over to Casa de Pilatos to seek out Diego Velazquez’s painted ceiling, which will be wrestling for your attention over the house’s pristine Islamic tile-decorated courtyard and stuccos. The house alone, with its mix of Europe and Africa, Christian, pagan and Muslim influences, is a force to be reckoned with as well as bearing the stunning ceiling work by Velazquez.

15) A PEEK OF PRIVACY BEHIND THE DOORS OF PALACIO DE LEBRIJA

The Palacio de Lebrija is famous for its collection of mosaics that were rescued from the nearby Roman city of Italica. Here you’ll an eclectic mix of styles, including mudejar architecture that originates from the 12th to 16th centuries and is heavily influenced by Moorish workmanship. The house itself is very unassuming from the outside and is found on one of Seville’s busiest streets, Calle Cuna, meaning that after you’ve doused yourself in history.

Written by Claudia Baroncelli and Ben Taylor

Welcome November !!

November is the 11th month of the year, between October and December, with a length of 30 days.

He was born in November.

My birthday is in November.

We went to Japan last November.

I arrived at the end of November.

Last month was November, right?

The meeting is on fifth of November / November the fifth.

In Tokyo, the cold season starts in the middle of November.

Guy Fawkes Night

One notable aspect of the Victorians' commemoration of Guy Fawkes Night was its move away from the centres of communities, to their margins. Gathering wood for the bonfire increasingly became the province of working-class children, who solicited combustible materials, money, food and drink from wealthier neighbours, often with the aid of songs. Most opened with the familiar "Remember, remember, the fifth of November, Gunpowder Treason and Plot".The earliest recorded rhyme, from 1742, is reproduced below alongside one bearing similarities to most Guy Fawkes Night ditties, recorded in 1903 at Charlton on Otmoor:

Don't you Remember,

The Fifth of November,

'Twas Gunpowder Treason Day,

I let off my gun,

And made'em all run.

And Stole all their Bonfire away. (1742)

The fifth of November, since I can remember,

Was Guy Faux, Poke him in the eye,

Shove him up the chimney-pot, and there let him die.

A stick and a stake, for King George's sake,

If you don't give me one, I'll take two,

The better for me, and the worse for you,

Ricket-a-racket your hedges shall go. (1903)

Halloween Symbols 2015

Many Americans celebrate Halloween on October 31. 

Celebrations include costume parties and trick-or-treating.

There are various symbols associated with Halloween. These include the spooks, ghosts and walking skeletons that represent the contact between the spiritual and physical world and between the living and the dead. Human figures that are often represented on Halloween are witches and wizards, who are seen to have the power to contact the spirit world. Bats, black cats and spiders are often connected with this holiday. These animals are associated with the night and darkness and often accompany witches and wizards.

There are also a range of objects associated with Halloween. These include blood, fire, gravestones, pumpkins, bones and skulls. They all have connections with death, the spirit world or protecting property from evil spirits. Many of these objects are now available in stores as decorations for the Halloween season.

Happy October!!!

October is the 10th month of the year, between September and November, with a length of 31 days..

She was born in October.

The meeting is on fifth of October / October the fifth.

We went to Japan last October.

I arrived at the end of October.

The Old Town of Ávila

The Old Town of Ávila encloses 82 semicircular towers and nine medieval gateways dating back to the 11th century. Fire is one of the threats to this site. Patrimonito and the young people learn about preparing efficient prevention plans to manage the risk and to access the site in case of threats.

Patrimonito means 'small heritage' in Spanish and the character represents a young heritage guardian. Patrimonito has been widely adopted as the international mascot of the World Heritage Education Programme.

Patrimonito was created in 1995 by a group of Spanish-speaking students during a workshop at the 1st World Heritage Youth Forum held in Bergen, Norway. The young students designed Patrimonito on the basis of the World Heritage Emblem which symbolizes the interdependence of cultural and natural sites: the central square is a form created by people and the circle represents nature, the two being intimately linked; the emblem is round like the world and at the same time a symbol of protection.

Patrimonito Storyboard Competition

In 2002 a cartoon series entitled Patrimonito's World Heritage Adventures was launched where Patrimonito introduces World Heritage sites, the threats they are facing and proposes solutions to preserve them.

Why Do Leaves Change Colour in Autumn?

September 23rd begins the autumn

As summer ends and autumn begins, the days get shorter and shorter. With fewer daylight hours, leaves are not able to make as much chlorophyll as they can during the long daylight hours of spring and summer. As the chlorophyll fades, we are able to see other colours, such as orange and yellow, emerge.

Many people mistakenly believe that weather makes leaves change color. While this is not true, weather can affect how vibrantly the colours appear.

If the weather is too hot or cold, the leaves will not be as bright as they begin to change. The best weather for brilliant autumn foliage is sunny, warm days and cool nights.

Water also plays an important role in autumn leaf colours. If a tree doesn't receive enough water, the leaves will die faster and fall to the ground. If there is too much rain, the tree won't receive enough sunlight, and the leaves will not be brightly colored.

You may be surprised to learn that each leaf has small amounts of other colors in it year-round, even if we can't see them. During the spring and summer, chlorophyll overpowers the other colours, and all we see is green. With less chlorophyll to give the leaf its vibrant green colour, we begin to see the other colours, such as orange, yellow, and red, which have been there all along.

Harvest Festival 2015

A harvest festival is an annual celebration and that occurs around the time of the main harvest of a given region. Given the differences in climate and crops around the world, harvest festivals can be found at various times at different places. Harvest festivals typically feature feasting, both family and public, with foods that are drawn from crops that come to maturity around the time of the festival. Ample food and freedom from the necessity to work in the fields are two central features of harvest festivals: eating, merriment, contests, music and romance are common features of harvest festivals around the world.

Harvest Colouring Pages

In Britain, thanks have been given for successful harvests since pagan times. Harvest festival is traditionally held on the Sunday near or of the Harvest Moon. This is the full Moon that occurs closest to the autumn equinox (22 or 23 September). The celebrations on this day usually include singing hymns, praying, and decorating churches with baskets of fruit and food in the festival known as Harvest Festival

In the United States, many churches also bring in food from the garden or farm in order to celebrate the harvest. The festival is set for a specific day and has become a national holiday known as Thanksgiving which falls on the fourth Thursday in November. In both Canada and the United States, it has also become a national secular holiday with religious origins, but in Britain it is both a Church festival giving thanks to God for the harvest and a more secular festival remembered in schools.

Back to school

Are you ready to think about school yet?

In this page there is an illustrated list of vocabulary items related to school things.

Click Vocabulary related to school things

Happy Summer!!!

Today is the first day of summer
Summer is the warmest season of the year, 

coming between spring and autumn.

It's very hot here in summer.

We're going away in the summer.

This summer we go to the beach every day.

I went to New York last summer.

We will go to Germany next summer.

I was born in the summer of 1985.

I like ice cream

Do you like ice cream? 
What's your favourite flavour?

I like vanilla, strawberry, coconut, chocolate, lemon and banana flavour, 

how about you?

1st Cycle Primary School

Let's go to the beach!!

These beach activities are so much fun, you may never have time to get a lie around the beach again!

Follow the links below to learn about fun beach activities:

Primary School. Activity Village

Summertime

A fun, energetic song about summer for children and schools around the world. Enjoy it!

Primary School. ELF Learning

I like watermelon....How about you?

Ya mismo empieza el verano. En esta estación hay muchas frutas deliciosas

What's your favourite fruit?

1st Cycle Primary School

World Environment Day 2015

Siete mil millones de sueños. Un solo planeta. Consume con moderación"

In order to motivate people to become active agents of sustainable and equitable development; promote the fundamental role of communities in changing attitudes towards environmental issues, and to promote cooperation for environmentally sustainable, the General Assembly of the United Nations, proclaimed on June 5 as World Environment Day.

El bienestar de la humanidad, del medio ambiente y el funcionamiento de la economía dependen de una gestión responsable de los recursos naturales del planeta. Las personas estamos consumiendo muchos más recursos naturales que los que el planeta puede proporcionar de forma sostenible. Muchos de los ecosistemas de la Tierra están llegando a puntos críticos de agotamiento y un cambio irreversible, empujados por un aumento de la población y del desarrollo económico. Para 2050, si continúan las actuales pautas de consumo y producción y con el aumento de la población a 9,6 mil millones, necesitaremos tres planetas para mantener nuestros modos de vida y consumo.

Vivir teniendo en cuenta los límites planetarios es la mejor estrategia para asegurar un futuro sostenible. La prosperidad humana no puede suponer un coste a la Tierra. Vivir de forma sostenible significa hacer más con menos. 

Horse Fair 2015

La Feria del Caballo (Horse Fair) is one of the most important celebrations in the Spanish municipality Jerez de la Frontera, only comparable to Easter religious celebrations. It is the most important fair in Cádiz and has been declared as international interest celebration. 

Its origins are in the medieval ages, during one week farmers gathered to sell and buy animals, in Jerez mainly horses, usually drinking sherry to celebrate the deals.

Nowadays it is celebrated in Parque González Hontoria. It is always celebrated in May. 

The Feria is divided in two parts: one is a kind of small village, with streets that have bars and restaurants at both sides (these restaurants are called Casetas). The other is a Theme Park/carnival style area where kids and grown ups can have fun on different rides such as roller coasters, bumper cars, etc... At the Feria de Jerez all the casetas are public, so anyone can just walk into any one and enjoy the food, drinks, and dancing. At night time there is a sort of "roof" of pretty decorative lights lighting this little "village" like area, which allows the party to last all the way till dawn.

I'm vearing a red skirt

I'm wearing a red skirt

What are you wearing?

Click on the picture and play

Happy May Day!!

The first day of the month of May is known as May Day. It is the time of year when warmer weather begins and flowers and trees start to blossom. It is said to be a time of love and romance. It is when people celebrate the coming of summer with lots of different customs that are expressions of joy and hope after a long winter.

Traditional English May Day celebrations include Morris dancing, crowning a May Queen and dancing around a Maypole. This day is a bank holiday, a day off school and work.

En España este día se celebra el Día Internacional de los Trabajadores y también es festivo.

Yellow Submarine for kids

La letra de la canción (lyrics of the song) la podrás encontrar abajo.

How do you say "refrain" in Spanish? Una pista: It's the part of a song that is repeated after each verse.

Click on the video. Listen to the song and sing.

In the town where I was born, Lived a man who sailed to sea, And he told us of his life, In the land of submarines, So we sailed on to the sun, Till we found the sea green, And we lived beneath the waves, In our yellow submarine, We all live in a yellow submarine, yellow submarine, yellow submarine, We all live in a yellow submarine, yellow submarine, yellow submarine. And our friends are all aboard, Many more of them live next door, And the band begins to play. (Trumpets play) (Refrain)

As we live a life of ease. Every one of us has all we need, Sky of blue, and sea green, In our yellow submarine. (Refrain)

Healthy habits

There are many benefits of Physical Activity

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health

Find out how to take care of your body, eat healthy, and stay fit! Click here

Good Habits Crossword. Play

A Birthday Party

Paul and Sarah are preparing a birthday party.

They go to the supermarket to buy all the things they need.

Do you want to go with them? 
Click on the picture and play.

 2nd & 3rd Cycle of Primary School.
Repasarás: Colours, Sports, Food, The time, Clothes, prepositions....

Springtime

Spring is a great time. We celebrate the arrival of Spring with some of our fun spring activities for kids: puzzles, crafts, printables, colouring pages, games, etc..

"El abejorro, está comprobado aerodinámicamente que no puede volar por su peso, tamaño, y cuerpo, sólo que ÉL NO LO SABE".

Primary School. Activity Village. Foto: Agustí Mariné Serret

The rainbow colours Song

Pre-primary. Sing this beautiful song

Places in my town

Start with “Introduction”.

Then, enjoy playing lots of games.

2nd & 3rd cycle of Primary Education

Spring

Spring is the season between winter and summer when plants begin to grow.

 There's a feeling of spring in the air today.

He was born in the spring of 2002.

There are many flowers in spring. 

Spring is wonderful!!

 

Click to Spring Crafts

The April Fool's Day

April begins with a day of fun and jokes. No one really knows when this custom began but it has been kept for hundreds of years.

April Fool jokes usually involve persuading someone to do something silly, like looking for hen's teeth, striped paint, a long weight, a left-handed screwdriver or some other non-existent thing.

You can only play April Fools on people before midday

Click on the picture to see a funny joke (una broma divertida)

Abril comienza con un día de diversión y bromas. En realidad, nadie sabe cuándo comenzó, pero esta costumbre se ha mantenido durante cientos de años.
Inocentes bromas implican generalmente persuadir a alguien para hacer algo tonto, como buscar dientes de gallina, pintura rayada, un peso, un destornillador para zurdo o alguna otra cosa que no existe.
Sólo se pueden jugar a April Fools con la gente antes del mediodía

Click on April Fool's Online coloring Pages

Click on the video and listen to the April Fool Song

Happy Easter !!!

One Easter tradition: Saturday is traditionally spent decorating Easter eggs and hunting for them with children on Sunday morning, by which time they have been mysteriously hidden all over the house and garden.

Other tradition: The parents telling their children that eggs and other treats such as egg chocolate or rabbit and marshmallow chicks have been delivered by the Easter Bunny in a Easter Basket which children find waiting for them when they wake up.

In Scotland, the north of England, the traditions of rolling decorated eggs down steep hills and pace egging are still adhered

Easter Sunday will next be celebrated on 31st March 2013.

Click here and find a collection of origami, Easter printables, sudokus, mazes, jigsaws, puzzles, colouring pages, jokes, videos and games. Enjoy this Easter!!!!