the text mentions that the easter bunny originated in germany. according to folklore, the easter bunny brings baskets filled with colored eggs, chocolate eggs, sweets, and gifts to children's homes on the night before easter. the tradition involves the bunny hiding the baskets in a particular place or in the garden. children often leave carrots for the bunny in case he is hungry. this german tradition eventually became popular in other parts of the world, including the united states, where it is now associated with the easter egg hunt and events like the white house easter egg roll.