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Axl the Axolotl Is Not a Frog parent’s guide: what’s inside
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This is a gentle, affirming picture book for early readers about self-acceptance and finding where you belong. The story celebrates being different and features a protagonist who persists in discovering his unique place, modeling courage and self-love. The book includes educational facts about axolotls woven into an entertaining narrative with no content concerns.
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Introducing Axl the Axolotl! On the first day of school, Axl the Axolotl finds where he belongs in this charming story about learning to love the things that make you different. It was the first day of school in Flower Bed Lake, and every little creature knew exactly where to go. Everyone, that is, except Axl. The fish... Introducing Axl the Axolotl! On the first day of school, Axl the Axolotl finds where he belongs in this charming story about learning to love the things that make you different. It was the first day of school in Flower Bed Lake, and every little creature knew exactly where to go. Everyone, that is, except Axl. The fish, lizards, and frogs all headed to their own schools to learn how to glub glub and ribbit, but there was only one of Axl. Will he ever find where he belongs? From EGOT-winning songwriters Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, the songwriters behind The Greatest Showman and Dear Evan Hansen, and author JP Brammer comes a story of a brave and curious axolotl who is determined to find where he belongs. Brought to life by Vanessa Morales, this is a funny and affirming story about loving the things that make you unique and that finding the place you belong might look different than you expected. Complete with fascinating, kid-friendly facts about axolotls! Praise for Axl the Axolotl is Not a Frog: "An affirming story about self-acceptance that will reassure young readers struggling to carve out their niche."-- Kirkus reviews
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ISBN 9780593693230 · Penguin