63. Why Do Chickens Eat Rocks?

Let's learn about everyone's favorite domesticated fowl, the chicken! This episode explores the reason behind a chicken's unique practice of ingesting rocks.  In the companion Chickens Video Class included in the No Sweat Nature Study LIVE membership, draw or paint a beautiful chicken and label the external anatomy as you discover each part's purpose. Enjoy a very special Q&A time with Mrs. Cindy's farming daughter, too! Join No Sweat Nature Study LIVE at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for 50% off your first month of a monthly membership. BUY GIFT CERTIFICATES for friends and family to join No Sweat Nature Study LIVE →  ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/no-sweat-nature-study-live-gift/ Download the FREE Summer Activity Printable → ourjourneywestward.com/free-summer-nature-study-printable/ Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

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Did you know one short nature study can teach a complete science lesson? In just a few minutes, Cindy West of No Sweat Nature Study introduces seasonal science topics designed to spark curiosity in elementary and middle school learners. These quick lessons make it easy to fit meaningful science into your day—and they’re the perfect way to get a taste of the deeper learning in No Sweat Nature Study video classes. For information about bonus materials, please visit https://ourjourneywestward.com/podcast.