The Easter Bunny does not deliver eggs to children in France; that job belongs to the church bells. France is a predominately Catholic country. On Holy Thursday, the day before Good Friday, the bells in every church and cathedral across France stop ringing. It is said that the bells’ chimes, so sad over Jesus’ death on the cross, fly away to Rome to see the Pope. They return on Easter morning, joyously ringing in celebration of His resurrection. On the way back home, the bells drop Easter eggs for French children to find.
Kids can make their own French church bell to hold yummy chocolate Easter eggs. This international craft uses inexpensive, easy-to-find materials and makes a great gift.
Click here to learn how to make your own French Easter Bell.
For a complete 17-page download for teaching beginning French learners about this unique custom, follow this link.
You can also print templates for making paper bell containers at Tomlitoo.com
Make a paper Easter bell craft at Jedessine.com
For free coloring pages of Easter bells, go to Fete-enfants.com and scroll to the bottom of the page. You’ll also find one at Vive-paques.com. My favorite Easter bell coloring page is from Tfou.fr
Joyeuses Pâques!
