These pecking hens are a perfect example of an old fashioned action toy. Hand made and painted traditionally made by parents and grandparents for their children. a wonderful toy, that's also perfect for displaying around the house.  It only takes one hand to use this clever mechanism.  Hold the handle and gently rotate in a circular motion.  As the ball spins swings around each string pulls down on each chicken in order.  Made in Poland.  Not quite are elaborate as the Russian models but delightful all the same.