Hello, I'm an Axolotl

Hello, I’m an Axolotl is the fourth book in the Meet the Wild Things series by author Hayley Rocco and illustrator John Rocco. This non-fiction book introduces readers to the world of the axlotl, telling its story from the animal’s own perspective.

What I Liked: Axolotls are popular creatures, particularly among the book's target audience. The book provides interesting facts, and I found myself learning quite a bit. For example, axolotls can regrow their limbs and even parts of their brain and heart. Like other books in the series, the illustrations are superb, and the animals feel real, like they are coming off the page. My favorite part of the book is the last pages, where readers can learn more about conservation efforts to help axolotls in the wild.

Hello, I’m an Axolotl is an engaging non-fiction book that will be enjoyed by all animal lovers.

HELLO, I'M AN AXOLOTL teaches children all about the nature of these popular amphibians. It takes the reader through the time from when their born to when they grow. They also have an odd habit of snacking on each other, which they apparently don't always grow out of. While teaching their habits, it also teaches the things people are doing to try to save this species. Axolotl's are endangered so one thing they're doing is making the water safer by introducing floating gardens.

HELLO, I'M AN AXOLOTL is the perfect picture book for children who love animals and who are also intrigued by this odd looking creature. The illustrations are realistically detailed and I love the humor the speech bubbles add to the book. I love how the story is narrated by an axolotl and the comic relief it adds. It's was a nice touch to also show how popular axolotls are and how they're featured on the Mexican 50 peso bill. There's an added bonus in the back of the book that dives a little deeper into facts about axolotls, why their endangered, and organizations who are working to help save them.


Final Verdict: I would recommend this to children aged four and older who enjoy learning about animals or who are obsessed with axolotls like my daughter. It's a great reference to expand on a child's knowledge of the world around them and to encourage them to look at nature in a more positive light. It'll maybe even inspire new environmentalists.