This document discusses brooding, which is the process of rearing baby chicks. It defines brooding and outlines its importance for chick development. It then describes pre-brooding management including cleaning the poultry house before chick placement and establishing proper temperature and humidity. The document classifies brooding into natural brooding using broody hens or artificial brooding using brooders. It details different types of brooders including infrared bulbs, gas brooders, and battery brooders. The document emphasizes maintaining appropriate temperatures and ventilation during brooding.