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The Sleepy History of the Easter Bunny

Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories

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Origins of the Easter Bunny

Delving into the historical and folklore origins, this chapter traces the evolution of the Easter Bunny from medieval beliefs about witches to pagan celebrations and the German tradition of the Easter Hare. It discusses the influence of Jacob Grimm in popularizing the theory and the spread of German immigrants' customs to the United States. The narrative also explores the connection between eggs, the Easter Hare, and diverse cultural traditions worldwide, highlighting the evolution of egg-related customs over time.

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