Why the hen pecks seeds and the chicks peep
The hen is the mama. She pecks the ground to find seeds and tiny bits of food. Peck means she uses her beak to pick up food. The chicks are baby chickens. They peep because they are talking to their mama. Peep is a small, high sound.
Step by step
- The hen looks for food. She pecks the ground: peck peck. This shows the chicks where to eat.
- The chicks watch the hen. They copy her pecking. Little chicks try to peck too.
- When chicks are hungry or want to stay close, they peep: peep peep. This tells the hen where they are.
- The hen listens and keeps her chicks safe. The chicks stay near her and learn how to find food.
Fun things you can do
- Listen and say the sounds: peck peck for the hen, peep peep for the chicks.
- Act it out: walk like a hen and peck the ground (careful not to hit anyone!). Let your friends be the chicks and follow you.
- Draw a picture of a hen and her chicks. Draw little seeds on the ground.
Safety tips
- If you see real chickens, be gentle. Don’t chase them. Let them come close if they want.
- Ask an adult before touching animals. Wash your hands after petting animals or being near their food.
That is why the hen pecks and the chicks peep. The hen finds food and the chicks talk to her so they can stay safe and eat.