An English Mini Lesson about Easter - Vocabulary, Listening Practice

For many Americans, Easter Sunday is an important religious holiday.

But for everyone, it is simply a wonderful occasion to celebrate spring with family.

As a little girl, I looked forward to wearing a new Easter dress and bonnet every year.

My grandmother always made Easter dinner a very special occasion.

Even now, I love Easter candy.

As a mother, I have the fun of preparing an Easter basket for my children.

They've already received some cards and toys.

On the day before Easter, I dyed eggs,

and it's this custom that made me think of a proverb I want to share with you.

We say, "Don't put all your eggs in one basket."

It means, "Don't chance everything on one thing."

"Don't risk all that you have at one time."

Here's an example.