Learn about the amazing journey of a hen laying an egg and how it eventually hatches into a chick. Perfect for curious 4-year-olds!
Once upon a time, there was a hen. This hen is a special bird that lays eggs. Have you ever seen an egg? It's usually white or brown and has a hard shell.
Now, when the hen lays an egg, it has to sit on it for a while. This sitting is called keeping the egg warm. The hen wants to make sure the baby chick inside has everything it needs to grow.
After a few weeks, something magical happens! The baby chick inside the egg starts to peck at the shell. This is called hatching. The little chick is very excited to come out and see the world!
When the chick finally breaks out, it is small and fluffy. It’s amazing to see how from an egg, a little chick is born! Isn't that cool?