Chickens in the Classroom

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Here a chick, there a chick, everywhere a chick chick…

Incubating chickens in the classroom is a great science activity and easier than you might think. A lot of science curriculums include incubating eggs as an optional activity.  Are you ready?

Step 1

Determine who will take the chicks after they hatch.  Since it is impossible to know how many will hatch it is good to find several interested parties and establish a procedure who gets to pick first.

Step 2

Order an incubator, heating lamp, and chick starter from Amazon.

Step 3

Get fertilized eggs.

Step 4

On a Tuesday morning start incubating the eggs.  Make sure to follow the instructions included in the incubator.

Step 5

21 days later enjoy watching your chicks hatch!