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Move over unicorns, the axolotl is the newest kid-favorite animal on the block and a great way to start a conversation about the stages in a life cycle.
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While most of its fellow amphibians undergo a metamorphosis from egg, to water-dwelling larva, to land-dwelling adult, a phenomenon called neoteny keeps the axolotl locked in a juvenile state, looking forever young and adorable!
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Materials support ELA and science objectives by helping students:
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Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text.
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Know that living things can be grouped into categories and why.
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Use information gained from illustrations (e.g., maps, photographs) and the words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text.
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Keep Learning with Scholastic Magazines+
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Learn why and how scientists (and students!) are identifying frogs in this free SuperScience article.
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We’ve added 6 new titles, including a NEW Women’s History category! Check out the full title list.
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My #scholasticsunshine moment was having my students create their own informational book about an animal! They were so proud to share facts about their project with the class and learn about others as well.
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— Keke P., Grade 2 Teacher
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