Fernando the Flying Axolotl

By Jeff and Evan Henderson and Evan Henderson

A heartwarming, high-flying adventure about responsibility, courage, and making things right.

When Alex accidentally injures a tiny axolotl, he knows he has to fix the mistake. Alex nurses Fernando back to health and rebuilds his beloved RC P-47 Thunderbolt so Fernando can finally soar.

Inspired by a real pet axolotl and a young author's love of aviation, Fernando the Flying Axolotl blends gentle humor, vivid illustrations, and an unforgettable friendship. Kids who love animals, planes, STEM tinkering, or big-hearted rescue stories will return to this book again and again.

Perfect for ages 5-10, this story encourages empathy, problem-solving, and the bravery it takes to make things right.

Themes:

- Responsibility and second chances

- Friendship and emotional growth

- Light STEM elements (RC aviation & tinkering)

- Real axolotl facts woven into fiction

About the Authors:

Jeff Henderson is an emergency physician and dad based in Utah.

Evan Henderson (age 10) is an RC pilot and avid reader whose love of axolotls inspired this story.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H12S1S5G
• ISBN13: 9798993976822
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Axolotl House Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5