As usual, Scheich has produced farm figures with enchanting detail. As the chicks are facing different directions, they are interesting, and they have been painted in soft hues. Mighty Ape also stocks rooster & hen to make a little family. They are a nice scale on their own or to go with wooden barns and figures (e.g. Budkins). Mighty Ape prices are good and it's really useful to save items to wishlist if they're not in stock as you'll be advised promptly when they come in, and also when they're on sale. Actual despatch and delivery is prompt and efficient. It makes it very tempting to get a whole menagerie. The chicks & other farm animals are also lovely to use for activities such as “The Grammar Farm” (a Montessori based activity). There are homeschool and Montessori books on Mighty Ape also.