Molly’s Chickens

Molly’s Chickens invites readers into the lively world of the free-range chickens at Rocky Farm on New Jersey’s Sourland Mountain. These birds are more than just animals on a farm; they are characters with distinct “chickenalities,” each with their own quirks and behaviors.

Through the eyes of Molly and her flock, the story also touches on the deep natural history of the land itself. As the chickens scratch and peck across fields and forests, young readers encounter hints of geology and paleontology, learning how the earth around them was shaped over time and how living things fit into that story.

This book blends warm, character-driven observation with gentle connections to the ancient processes that formed the landscape, encouraging children to notice the world around them with curiosity and care.

Ages 5 and up, Softcover 8’ x 8'“

8x8 26 pages 590 words

8x8 26 pages 590 words
 

Trenton Times; Michael Mancuso

“Central Jerseyans find farming roots”

 

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