Charity faces backlash for describing Easter as pagan holiday in kids’ book

Charity faces backlash for describing Easter as pagan holiday in kids’ book By Anugrah Kumar, Christian Post Contributor Monday, April 14, 2025iStock/1391123271A British heritage charity has come under criticism after describing Easter as a pagan holiday in a children’s booklet. English Heritage distributed the booklet at several historic sites, drawing accusations of “whitewashing” one of the holiest days for Christians by ignoring its Christian origins.
The booklet, part of an Easter Adventure Quest designed for children visiting English Heritage sites like Whitby Abbey, Dover Castle and Down House, describes Easter as a spring celebration named after the pagan goddess Eostre, The Telegraph reported. 
“Did you know Easter started as a celebration of spring? Long ago, people welcomed warmer days and new life by honouring the goddess Eostre, who gave Easter its name!” it states.
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