WILD & WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY: Hello, I'm an Axolotl by Hayley & John Rocco
ABOUT THE BOOK
Meet the axolotl in this clever, funny, and informative nonfiction picture book, part of a series that focuses on endangered species.
“Wild, fun, and truly eye-opening, Meet the Wild Things gets us up close and personal with some of the world's most amazing creatures. With this series, Hayley and John Rocco are doing more than entertaining our kids—they’re inspiring them to care about the future of our planet.” —Brad Meltzer, bestselling author of the Ordinary People Change the World series
Did you know that axolotls have a superpower? They can regrow lost limbs, tails, and even parts of their hearts and brains!
And they sparkle! That's because they have special cells in their bodies that reflect light like glitter. Pretty neat, huh?
But did you also know the axolotl is endangered and needs our help? While there are about a million axolotls in tanks and aquariums around the world, there are fewer than 500 left in the wild.
REVIEW
As with the other books in the series, Hello I'm an Axolotl, combines gorgeous art with fascinating information in a kid-friendly style. Facts related to habitat, physical appearance, and eating habits are shared with young readers by the main character of the book, the axolotl itself. The inclusion of questions for the reader to answer makes the book seem like a conversation between friends. Perfect for sharing with young animal lovers, the book also highlights the challenges the animal faces as well as the efforts being made to help the animal. The back matter includes additional information about axolotls and suggestions for places to go to find out how to contribute to their conservation. It's sad to think that it's estimated that only 50-500 of them remain in the wild while there's thought to be a million in captivity. An informative, beautiful book great for sharing with young readers or listeners. Highly recommended.
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