Axolotls are so much fun to read about … and so much fun in general! Here are our favorite books for an axolotl theme!
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Just choose books based on your child’s age and what you think will engage your child’s interest. I recommend checking out the “Read sample” feature on Amazon and reading reviews there. Another place to learn about a book is on YouTube. You can typically see the entire book there.
Montessori-friendly books use photos or realistic illustrations. They don’t have talking animals or a lot of fantasy. But many books that have fantasy and talking animals are wonderful books, and I love sharing them with children who understand the difference between fantasy and reality.
For toddlers and preschoolers, about ¾ of the books I use are typically Montessori friendly (focusing on reality without smiling or talking animals or smiling or talking vehicles).
Books for an Axolotl Theme
I’m featuring books here for an axolotl theme mainly for preschool through elementary-age kids.
If you’re looking for an axolotl book for babies and toddlers, this is our favorite (although it isn’t a Montessori-style book): Baby Axolotl Finger Puppet Book (my 13-month-old granddaughter loves it!)
Here’s a fun Instagram reel:
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Books for an Axolotl Theme
Top Shelf of Forward -Facing Display:
- Amphibian Pages from DK’s First Animal Encyclopedia
- National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia
- National Geographic Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians (from the Little Kids First Big Book Series by National Geographic Kids.
I use books from this series often.)
I use books from this series often.)2nd Shelf:
3rd Shelf:
- Axolotl Facts for Curious Kids: Learn and Explore Everything You Need to Know About Axolotls Living in the Wild is recommended for ages 6-12, although true axolotl fans of all ages will enjoy much of it. It has lots of facts and even information on virtual axolotl adoptions through MOTE Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. I placed virtual axolotl adoptions for my grandkids. They get an adoption certificate and fact card. There are different levels of adoptions/donations, and it’s a fun way for kids to help conserve these critically endangered animals. Note: There are also virtual adoptions through the World Wildlife Fund and a campaign in Mexico (the only place where axolotls remain in the wild).
- Axolotl Fun Facts and Care Guide for Kids
4th Shelf:
- P Is for Pangolin: an alphabet of obscure, endangered & underappreciated animals
- Hello, I’m an Axolotl
- Alex, the Awesome Axolotl: Mental Health Strengthening for Young Children (Positive Affirmations)
Bottom Shelf
- Emotions Aquarium: A Tank Full of Feelings
- Emotions Aquarium: Anxious Axolotl
- No One Really Knows an Axolotl (a silly, fun wordplay book)
On our peace/mindfulness table is The Glowing Axolotl about self-love and acceptance.
We’re also using:
- Tree of Life: The Incredible Biodiversity of Life on Earth
- DK Smithsonian Animal Book
- “Awesome amphibians” pages from My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things
You can see lots of Axolotl Books for Kids here.
More Axolotl Printables and Activities
Montessori-Inspired Axolotl Pack for DIY Cards and Counters, Number or Letter Matching, Number or Letter Basket, Bead Bar Work, Hands-on Math Operations, Number or Letter Salt/Sand Writing Tray, Letter Tracing, DIY Movable Alphabet, and Creative Writing (subscriber freebie, so just sign up for my email to get the link and password – or check your inbox if you’re already a subscriber).
Free Axolotl Printables and Montessori-Inspired Axolotl Activities
More Amphibian Printables and Activities
Montessori-Inspired Amphibian Pack for DIY Cards and Counters, Number or Letter Matching, Number or Letter Basket, Bead Bar Work, Hands-on Math Operations, Number or Letter Salt/Sand Writing Tray, Letter Tracing, DIY Movable Alphabet, and Creative Writing (subscriber freebie, so just sign up for my email to get the link and password – or check your inbox if you’re already a subscriber).
Montessori-Inspired Frog Pack for DIY Cards and Counters, Number or Letter Matching, Number or Letter Basket, Number or Letter Salt/Sand Writing Tray, Letter Tracing, and DIY Movable Alphabet (subscriber freebie, so just sign up for my email to get the link and password – or check your inbox if you’re already a subscriber) This is from our earlier unit with Free Frog Printables and Montessori-Inspired Frog Math Activities. It’s still available in our resource library!
You can see lots of amphibian books here.
Free Amphibian Printables and Montessori-Inspired Amphibian Activities
- Free Amphibians Do-a-Dot Phonics Printable (Montessori-Inspired Instant Download)
- Free Amphibian Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Frog and Toad Songs and Educational Videos
- Free Frog Printables and Montessori-Inspired Frog Math Activities
- Montessori-Inspired Frog Activities for Leap Year or Anytime
- Simple and Fun Frog Leap Activity for Kids {Free Printable} from ChrissyChitwood.com
- Free Frog Do-a-Dot Printable (Montessori-Inspired Instant Download)
- Free Frog Cutting Strips (Montessori-Inspired Instant Download)
- “5 Green and Speckled Frogs” with Props and Free Printables
- Lots of Learning and Fun with Frogs Sensory Bin
- Montessori-Inspired Pond Unit
- Free Oviparous Animal Printables and Montessori-Inspired Oviparous Animal Activities
Favorite Books for an Amphibian Theme
Helpful Animal Classification Posts
- Living and Non-Living
- Plant and Animal Sorting
- Montessori Animal Classification
- Free Zoo Printables and Montessori-Inspired Zoo Activities
- Montessori-Inspired Animal Units
- Montessori Vertebrate Resources for Preschool Through Elementary
- Free Amphibian Printables and Montessori-Inspired Amphibian Activities
- Free Reptile Printables and Montessori-Inspired Reptile Activities
- Free Fish Printables and Montessori-Inspired Fish Activities
- Free Bird Printables and Montessori-Inspired Bird Activities post
- Free Mammal Printables and Montessori-Inspired Mammal Activities post
- Montessori Invertebrate Resources for Preschool Through Elementary
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