A Fantastic Time With Our Chicks by Dima Hama, Kelsie Cox, Alfie Scott, Sanam Sanehy and Tyler Walker

As you know, the last time we updated you on the progress of the chicks, we had just four from the ten eggs. We are both excited and delighted to announce that we now have nine chicks! Sadly, the tenth egg didn't hatch-this is actually quite common and could have been for many reasons. However, the ones that have hatched are called: Naruto, Elly, Sam, Donkey, Binx, Noodle, Shrek, Fiona and Trouble. They are growing as they now have developed adult feathers and are eating and drinking quite a lot. Consequently, we are now having to clean their brooder box much more regularly!

Despite their bodily functions, the chicks are actually rather fragile, soft and adorable. When holding them for the first time, we found that they were very warm and trembling like jelly! It was important that we didn't squeeze them, otherwise it could damage their delicate bodies. We had to keep the noise down so that we didn't petrify them. This was a big task for our cracking class who are known for the tremendous cacophony that we create at lunch time! However, we have done ourselves proud and we feel we are becoming more caring and mindful of our foster chicks!

As with all foster animals, we only have a short period of time with our cheeky chicks. Sadly, they are leaving us tomorrow. These once- timid and quiet creatures, have now evolved into noisy and inquisitive chicks who are ready to take flight. They will be re homed at a local farm where they will have enough space to run around freely and explore the open world. We are sad that they are leaving. However, it puts a smile on our face, knowing that they are going to have a wonderfully caring owner with enough space to look after them. We wish them luck!