One of the most exciting parts of our in-class egg education program is discovering just how curious students are about life on the farm. When they learn that eggs come from real Ontario farms, not just grocery store shelves, they want to know more about the people and animals behind their food. From caring for hens to collecting fresh eggs each day, kids love exploring the connection between farming and food.
And they always have plenty of questions for our Ontario egg farmers!
Common Student Questions About Egg Farming
Based on conversations we’ve had with farmers across the province, here are some of the most popular questions students ask during our classroom programs:
- How many eggs does a chicken lay in a day?
- Do all chickens lay eggs?
- What do chickens eat?
- Why are some eggs brown and some white?
- Why are eggs different sizes?
- How many chickens do you have?
- Do you take care of all the chickens yourself?
- How big is your farm?
- What’s the difference between organic and regular eggs?
These thoughtful questions show how eager students are to understand farming practices, animal care, and food production. They also open the door for meaningful discussions about topics like sustainability, nutrition, and the role of agriculture in our everyday lives.
Connecting Students With Ontario Egg Farmers
The curiosity of students doesn’t just make for great classroom conversations, it also creates a unique opportunity for them to connect directly with farmers. Our Dear Egg Farmer resource is designed to make that connection possible.
With this activity, students can write letters to real Ontario egg farmers, asking the questions that matter most to them. Farmers then respond, helping students learn about daily farm life, animal care, and the journey of eggs from the farm to their plate.
This not only makes learning fun and interactive but also encourages students to build respect for the hard work and dedication that goes into farming.
Why Teachers Love the Dear Egg Farmer Resource
- Curriculum connections: Supports lessons in language and social studies.
- Real-world learning: Helps students see how classroom knowledge connects to everyday food and farming.
👉 Download the “Dear Egg Farmer” resource today and let your students start building meaningful connections with the people who produce their food.
