Who Am I? Axolotls and Other Amphibians: A Riddle Puzzle Book

This read-aloud riddle book pairs tricky, distorted images with playful rhymes that challenge kids to guess the animal—then delivers a page-turn reveal with expert-vetted facts and stunning photography.

What breathes through its skin, regrows limbs, and might be lurking in a muddy pond? In Who Am I? Axolotls and Other Amphibians, kids follow a unique two-spread structure: first, a rhyming riddle paired with a puzzling, distorted photograph that dares readers to guess the animal. Then, a satisfying reveal shows the answer in stunning art and layout—complete with fascinating, expert-reviewed facts.

From axolotls to red-eyed tree frogs, each amphibian leaps off the page with playful rhyme, clever riddles, and eye-opening science. Designed for ages 4–8, this title turns animal facts into a high-engagement reading game—perfect for classroom science units, library read-alouds, and at-home exploration.

Jody Jensen Shaffer is an award-winning poet and the author of more than 50 books of fiction and nonfiction for children, including Prudence the Part-Time Cow, A Chip off the Old Block, It’s Your First Day of School, Busy Bus!, Emergency Kittens!, and more. When she’s not writing, Jody can be found watching baseball or walking her rescue dog, Sophie. Visit jodyjensenshaffer.com.

Travis Foster is a children’s book author and illustrator who lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Travis has written and illustrated several children’s books. His work has been featured in Highlights, Forbes, Reader’s Digest, and The Wall Street Journal. Publishers include Highlights Press, Penguin Random House, Chronicle Books, and Disney.