Chicken Scratch 

"Chicken Scratch" is a humorous painting by Lucia Heffernan, depicting a classroom scene with a white hen as the teacher. The hen, wearing glasses, points to a blackboard with the alphabet written on it. Her students, a row of yellow chicks, are sitting at desks diligently taking notes. This whimsical piece uses animal symbolism to make a comment on the educational process and the importance of learning. The artwork's playful nature and relatable subject matter appeal to audiences of all ages.