- Chickens are birds that lay eggs
- Chickens have feathers and wings
- Chickens need food, water, and shelter to survive
- Chickens can be different colors and sizes
- Chickens can communicate with each other through sounds and body language
Continued development: Take a trip to a local farm or petting zoo to see chickens in person. Encourage the child to observe and ask questions about the chickens' behavior and characteristics. Have the child draw or paint pictures of chickens and label their body parts. Discuss the different types of food that chickens eat and how it helps them grow and stay healthy.