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Axl the Axolotl Is Not a Frog

by Benj Pasek Publisher: FLAMINGO BOOKS

A school-day search for belonging

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A school-day search for belonging

At Flower Bed Lake, the first day of school sorts fish, lizards, and frogs into their own groups, leaving Axl—the only axolotl—without an obvious place to go. His search gives the story a child-friendly way to explore difference and belonging, with axolotl facts adding an informational element alongside the fiction. Axl’s curiosity and determination are part of a broader message about valuing what makes each creature unique.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Ages 4–8 interested in animal stories and axolotls.
  • Young children encountering themes of fitting in, self-acceptance, and difference.
  • Families or educators looking for fiction paired with kid-friendly animal facts.

Themes

BelongingSelf-acceptanceIndividualityAxolotl facts

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Book overview

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

"This is a pleasant book in a crowded field about axolotls, for larger collections where there is a high interest in books about animals.... there are hints of bullying, not belonging, and finding what's special in oneself."-School Library Journal
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