Why Do Some Chicken Eggs Hatch and Some Don't?

About this episode

This episode explains the difference between fertilized and unfertilized chicken eggs and why some hatch while others do not.

Parent Note: We keep this explanation very clinical and non-specific. However, it may still invite questions concerning how the rooster fertalizes the egg in the first place. Why do some eggs hatch into chicks while the eggs in your refrigerator do not? In this episode, we explain the difference between fertilized and unfertilized eggs! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child's intelligence and curiosity. I created this to be a show I would be happy to have my kids listen to. Five Reasons to join the Curious Kids Club! SupportCuriousKids.com Your curious kids get a shout out on their birthdays! Ad-Free Podcast Feed Activity sheets for every new episode of the show Weekly episode schedule so you know what topics are coming up Weekly newsletters so you never miss anything! Want to submit a question for the show? Go to CuriousKidsEveryDay.com! I'll also send you a free printable with activity ideas that don't involve screens. Those are the best kinds of adventures to have!

People in this episode

Host: Curious Kids Every Day

Topics covered

• chicken eggs
• fertilization
• hatching
• educational content
• children's curiosity

Keywords

• chicken eggs
• hatching
• fertilized eggs
• unfertilized eggs
• children's education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Curious Kids Every Day, Curious Kids Club, SupportCuriousKids.com, CuriousKidsEveryDay.com

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