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Alive: An Easter Story

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Join three little bunnies on an exciting adventure as they discover the true meaning of Easter for the first time!
" An Easter Story" is a heartwarming tale that will delight children and families alike. As they participate in the hoppiest hunt, the bunnies learn about the unconditional love of Jesus and the hope and new beginnings that Easter brings. With charming illustrations and a touching story, this book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the joy and wonder of Easter.

32 pages, Paperback

Published April 8, 2023

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Kirthana J Fanning

7 books111 followers
Kirthana J. Fanning is an award-winning children's author who is passionate about empowering young readers with God's word and inspiring them to live boldly in Christ. Her stories are full of adventure and lessons that will help young minds grow and flourish. She believes that sharing God's love and miracles through her writing will leave an indelible mark on the world, one heart at a time.
With two decades of experience as a television producer and writer in Southeast Asia, Kirthana uses her expertise to craft stories that will help young people navigate through life's challenges with faith and grace. When she's not writing, Kirthana volunteers as a remote youth fellowship leader and lives in Massachusetts with her husband and two huskies.

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Profile Image for Donna Maguire.
5,466 reviews121 followers
May 24, 2023
I read this book with my 5 year old daughter and she enjoyed the story.

She does attend a Catholic school and has learnt about Jesus and the 12 disciples and what happened so the book was a story that she was aware if and they have talked about it in their RE lessons and in Collective Worship

The illustrations in the book are ok, I didn’t think they were particularly special and I didn’t really like that the text was placed over the writing at times which did make some of the sentences and words harder to read – not ideal for first and younger readers.

The positive message that the author was trying to portray did come through though

It is 3.5 stars from me for this one, rounds up to 5 stars for the story - good idea but I wasn’t a huge fan of the execution (no pun intended)
Author 7 books532 followers
February 15, 2024
Sweet Christian Story

This was a very sweet and endearing story about a bunny family going to an Easter celebration but they learned that Easter is about so much more than scavenger hunts and treats. It's about the sacrifice Jesus made for human kind. Wonderful story for they young children to help them understand why we really celebrate Easter.

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1,856 reviews147 followers
May 27, 2023
Discover the Magic of Easter through the Eyes of Three Curious Bunnies!

This delightful tale takes young readers on an enchanting journey as three lovable bunnies unravel the hidden wonders of Easter. From the exhilarating Hoppiest hunt to the resplendent illustrations that burst with color, this book is a feast for the imagination. Through its pages, children are not only entertained but also introduced to the profound message of Jesus' unwavering love and the transformative power of new beginnings. Immerse yourself in the joyous world of "Alive" and rediscover the magic that Easter holds for all ages.
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1,887 reviews163 followers
May 26, 2023
Embark on an enchanting journey alongside three adorable bunnies as they set out on a thrilling adventure, unraveling the profound significance of Easter for the very first time. Alive: An Easter Story is a captivating and heartwarming tale that is sure to captivate children and families alike. Join these lovable characters as they participate in the exhilarating Hoppiest hunt, while simultaneously discovering the depths of Jesus' unconditional love and the profound sense of hope and new beginnings that Easter brings.
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Author 13 books163 followers
July 27, 2023
The visuals impressed me more than the story.
The images are childish and naive but very innocent - they are simply lovely.

The story is about the significance of Easter.
It is simple - may be too simple.
Instead of becoming the ultimate show of love, the majority of the book is a not-very-exciting lecture on Jesus's life and death - in brief.
I know, it is not easy to tell a gentle kid-friendly Easter story and help young readers understand it without inculcating fear about torture, death, and rising from the dead...although the author tried her best.
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Author 0 books8 followers
November 6, 2023
Three little bunnies discover the true meaning of Easter for the first time!
As they participate in the hoppiest hunt, the bunnies learn about the unconditional love of Jesus and the hope and new beginnings that Easter brings.
The illustrations are very simple but charming and cute.
This book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the joy and wonder of Easter.

The only thing I did not like here is the fact that the text covers important details, like sun or clouds, when it is possible to avoid it, by placing the text in empty space.
Author 46 books1 follower
March 4, 2024
Children’s Easter Story

A wonderful Easter story for children. Boba, Binky, and Bruno bunnies can’t wait for the annual Easter hunt. Before the big hunt they hear all about Jesus and his love for the world. This story is a great introduction to the Jesus story for kids. Wonderful pictures and great read.
22 reviews
March 24, 2024
Cute story to teach the kids about the real meaning of Easter

I like how the protagonists are bunnies that were enjoying an Easter hunt, it's a very cute way of introducing the concept of Easter to little kids who only know of Easter as eggs hunts and chocolates and not understand the true origins of Easter from a Christian point of view.
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Author 3 books59 followers
April 9, 2024
Happy Easter

Bunnies are a universal symbol of Easter. For Christians, they still hunt for eggs but they make sure the story of Jesus on the cross is told to the congregation every year.

The author retold the story using a bunny. Nice choice for a narrator!

Jesus's sacrifice is a story I'd would share with first graders and up - even if it was told by a rabbit.
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9 reviews4 followers
September 3, 2024
Wonderful book to read with your children

I read this book with my 3 years old daughter and she was intrigued with the cute illustrations. This book teaches about the death and resurrection of our Lord and saviour Jesus Christ. If you're looking for a book on the above topic, this is a perfect pick.
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Author 7 books14 followers
October 23, 2024
Perfect for Teaching the True Meaning of Easter!

This book is perfect for young readers! It shares the story of Easter in a simple, touching way that kids can easily understand. My children loved the adorable bunnies and their exciting adventures, but I especially appreciated the deeper lesson about Jesus and the love He gives. A wonderful read for Easter!
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Author 16 books41 followers
February 13, 2025
Beautiful children's book

This beautiful storybook teaches young readers the joy of Easter and why we really celebrate. The message of Jesus and his love for us is so important for children to learn. Using adorable bunnies as characters to tell the story is perfect. Wonderful bedtime story as well.
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Author 2 books12 followers
July 31, 2023
A SPECIAL BOOK & MESSAGE!
We enjoyed both the story and illustrations! This will be a children's story that we revisit often (not just at Easter). I feel that this book will help my students better understand the meaning of Easter and the ever-present access they have to LOVE!
24 reviews
March 9, 2024
What a beautiful story!! With Easter coming up, this is a perfect time to buy the book for little ones!! They are going to love the bunnies and their excitement on learning about Jesus!! And who doesn't love the thrill of hunting for Easter Eggs? The illustrations are cute too!!
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Author 4 books2 followers
March 10, 2024
More than just bunnies…

This is a sweet and colorful story about the history of Easter and the sacrifice Jesus made. It is told from the perspective of a group of cute bunnies who are excited about celebrating Easter with their loved ones.
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Author 24 books49 followers
April 14, 2024
True spirit of Easter
This is a good book giving overview about the God Jesus, his life and teachings. The book shows that Easter is more than bunnies and getting hunt, it is about spreading love. Illustrations are cute. Good work by the author.
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Author 9 books4 followers
June 12, 2024
lovely Christian Easter book

A lovely book with cute illustrations. The book is a story about a family of bunnies that spend Easter learning about the meaning of Easter through the story of Jesus. A good way to teach children about the importance of Easter and their Christianity.
Author 25 books1 follower
November 9, 2024
Cute Faith Book

The author did a very nice job of explaining the true meaning of Easter in a way that children will easily understand. The bunnies are cute and the story is inspiring. I would definitely recommend this book for young children!
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Author 26 books22 followers
January 23, 2025
Great Book

This is a great Christian based book and an easy way to teach children about the Easter story. Alive an Easter story allows kids to learn about Jesus and the true meaning of easter in a manner easy enough for them to understand.
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Author 10 books11 followers
March 19, 2025
A great read

This was a great read, especially since Easter is coming soon. I love stories like this, true and understandable for kids. This will be a nice addition to my church's children church training. Well written!!
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20 reviews3 followers
March 25, 2025
This new book blends perfectly all that kids love about Easter with the true meaning of Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection! A must have for Christian families! I cannot wait to read it to my K class at school!
371 reviews
May 31, 2023
I really enjoyed this book and think that it did a great job of telling the Easter story in a way that little kids can understand! My daughter loves bunnies so that was a plus too!
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164 reviews
February 9, 2024
Such a good little book! Tells the true story of Easter with a cast of bunny characters. Illustrations are cute too.
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Author 2 books8 followers
March 22, 2024
Easter story for little ones

A lovely Easter story for little ones told through eyes of little bunnies, in a short holiday tale for young readers.
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104 reviews3 followers
April 21, 2024
Awesome story and very good

I enjoyed reading it and yes in the middle it was sad but i am happy the bunnies were happy at the end and felt grateful for friends, family and home.
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Author 47 books317 followers
January 6, 2025
Easter

This is a sweet story about the true meaning of Easter. It is told with a bunny family learning about Jesus. The bunnies are adorable! Great Christian book!
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Author 8 books4 followers
January 28, 2025
Beautiful Easter book for kids!

What a beautiful way to teach kids the true meaning of Easter. Love the hand drawn illustrations and the quiz at the end as well.
140 reviews1 follower
January 29, 2025
Lovely bunny Easter story!

An Easter story told in bunny’s world! It’s a cute story book for young kids who want to learn about Easter and why it’s celebrated!
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292 reviews9 followers
March 10, 2025
The meaning of Easter

Three little bunnies learn the stories of Jesus, his persecution and betrayal, and his resurrection. A charming approach to the Easter story.
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Author 9 books60 followers
March 13, 2026
Cute story!

I 6 this for anyone who loves Easter and celebrating it. It’s a perspective story told from the point of view of rabbits.
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