Egg to Chick (Embryology) Program

Ideal for 3rd through 6th grade

Agriculture is vital to our communities, yet agricultural literacy is declining, especially in urban areas where farmland is scarce. Many youth associate food only with grocery stores, missing the broader story of food production.

The Egg to Chick Program addresses this gap with a 30-day, hands-on experience focused on embryology and life sciences. Over a 21-day incubation period, students engage in STEM-based, grade-appropriate activities that develop critical thinking, observation, and teamwork skills. Students explore biological concepts, life cycles, and habitats through direct interaction with living organisms.

This program is typically offered in the spring but can be adapted for virtual or in-person delivery year-round. Program evaluations and a summary report are provided upon completion.

Look what’s hatching in Dallas County 4-H!

Elementary students across the county are taking part in the Eggs to Chicks program — and after 20 days of care and observation, the chicks are finally starting to emerge! It’s an egg-citing time in the classrooms! For live video, click here s.risd.org/chicks #DallasCounty4H