Axolotls are weird. Wonderful. And kids can’t get enough of them.In this gentle, rhyming adventure, a curious little axolotl takes small, wobbly steps from his cozy underwater nights into the daylight—guided by a shimmering hummingbird and a delightful “toe of brave.” Along the way he discovers that courage doesn’t have to be loud or big; it grows one tiny step at a time.Told in playful verse with an unforgettable refrain kids will chant, Axolotl Where’s Your Toe blends giggles with growth mindset and slips in just enough science to spark questions long after storytime.

A fact page at the end explores real axolotls—frilly gills, regeneration, habitat—and includes a gentle note about being kind to wildlife.Part of the Endangered & Misunderstood series, which introduces fascinating, overlooked animals and supports conservation—so wonder turns into care.Perfect for:• Ages 4–8 (PreK–3)• Bedtime read‑alouds and classroom SEL + science units• Animal‑loving kids and nature‑curious familiesWeird. Wonderful.

Endangered. This little axolotl shows how big brave can start small.