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Fun and learning

We believe in making learning fun!

Discover how amazing our hens are in schools, at home and at work with resources for teachers, families and people of all ages.

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Keep yourself hen-tertained with a range of chicken-themed crafts and activities to get stuck into on a rainy day!

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Catch up on our webinars with industry experts, your favourite brands and BHWT friends to discuss all things hens.

Chick hatching

Chick hatching schemes can seem fun but it’s important to learn the ethical implications and where chicks end up.

Primary learning

A variety of free curriculum-linked lesson plans and resources to support for school or at home, focusing on animal welfare.

Hens in schools

Learn how owning a flock of school hens can be rewarding for pupils and staff with important information on the process.

Learn about hens

Discover what a hen’s comb and wattle do or even how they breathe. Chickens are one of the most interesting animals!
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