Let's All Keep Chickens!

Dalia Monterroso is the passionate author of "Let's All Keep Chickens! The Down-to-Earth Guide to Natural Practices for Healthier Birds and a Happier World," and her enthusiasm for this homeschool-friendly topic is contagious.

She is a popular teacher on the basics of backyard chicken keeping. In today’s show, Dalia talks with Ginny and Mary Ellen about her book, which is gaining popularity among homeschooling families who appreciate its educational value as part of their learning curriculum. 

Program Notes:

Dalia is the creator of the website and YouTube channel "Welcome to Chickenlandia," podcast "Bawk Tawk," and an online course called "Chickenlandia's Backyard Chickens 101". She also hosted a TEDx talk titled "I Dream of Chickens." 

She is also the author of "Let's All Keep Chickens! The Down-to-Earth Guide to Natural Practices for Healthier Birds and a Happier World," a comprehensive guide for beginners and experienced chicken keepers.

Getting started

1. Is it legal to own chickens where you live?

2. What is the expense and the daily care? 

3. Is there a good number of chickens to start with? 

4. What's your best advice for frugally getting started?

5. What are the recommended breeds?

Chickenlandia for Homeschoolers

1. Why does chicken keeping resonate with homeschooling families? 

2. What unexpected life skills can kids gain from interacting with chickens? 

3. How do you integrate chicken keeping into your curriculum? 

4. How does chicken keeping help us connect better with ourselves and each other?

Resources

"Let's All Keep Chickens! The Down-to-Earth Guide to Natural Practices for Healthier Birds and a Happier World

Dalia's website and YouTube channel "Welcome to Chickenlandia."

Her online course is called "Chickenlandia's Backyard Chickens 101."

Dalia's TEDx talk titled "I Dream of Chickens." 

Homeschool Resources

Seton Home Study School

Seton Testing Services