How eggs become chicks

I helped out with Children’s Church this morning, which was pretty much nonstop entertainment. I love the matter-of-factness of kids. Here’s one that made me smile:

Sarah: What would have to happen for this egg to grow into a baby chick?

Child: We’d have to paint it brown, and give it to the Mama Chicken to keep it warm

Me: Paint it brown?

Child: (in whispered explanation) The eggs we eat are white and the eggs that become chickens are brown. (other kids nod)

Wonder what’s going to happen if someone gives these kids scrambled eggs and they catch a glimpse of brown eggshells on the counter…