:hugs I'm sorry.
Some breeds can be hard to sex. He is going to be beautiful and I'm sure your kids do love him.
Let's hope someone else chimes in like @Gray Farms
I'm not very good at gender, especially in breeds that I don't own, but it does look
male-ish:lol:
@debgoody are you allowed to keep roosters where you live? Since you have older hens they will likely keep him in "check" until he gets some age on him. I like the muff and coloring.
That's why I asked for another photo:D I was thinking cockerel myself, but wanted a closer look.
Do you have a photo of the whole body - preferably a "side" view similar to what my avatar looks like?
There's no quick and easy way to solve this. You will have to continue to put her in the coop until she matures more and finally gains the confidence to be part of the "flock". Usually around point of lay.