This 40-page novel in Afrikaans with colour illustrations, is about a battery hen who is rescued, and finds care, respect and the ability to be what she is – a chicken. It creates an awareness in learners of the sentience of even the most humble of creatures and empowers them to make a difference for laying hens in the world today.

Novelle met kleur-illustrasies. ‘n Batteryhen word gered deur ‘n familie wat haar toelaat om haar natuur as ‘n hen uit te leef. Skep bewustheid van die gevoelens wat diere het. Bemagtig leerders om ‘n verskil te maak as verbruikers.

Grades:

• 4 – 6

Learning Programme / Learning Area / Subject:

• Languages
• Natural Sciences
• Economic and Management Sciences
• Life Orientation