These icons are designed to help you quickly understand and learn important information about our products.
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Publisher's Description of Poppykins Mini Axolotl 7.5" Plush
Wild Republic Poppykins Mini Axolotl is a cute plush pal with a poppable belly made for sensory fun. Inspired by the larger Poppykins fidget plush, this mini keeps the same sweet face and soft fabrics, but moves the pop feature to the tummy for easy fidgeting in your hands. At 7.5 inches, it is perfect for travel, desk breaks, and calm down moments, plus it is cuddly enough for everyday hugs. Filled with spun recycled water bottles, it is a feel good buddy for kids and adults.
Belly Pop Fidget: Pop feature on the belly adds satisfying sensory play, perfect for fidgeting, focus breaks, and calming hands during travel, school, or quiet time.
Mini Size, Big Fun: 7.5 inch plush is easy to carry in backpacks and totes, great for desks, car rides, reward bins, gift bags, and on the go entertainment.
Soft Fabric and Sweet Face: Same great fabrics and adorable expression as the larger Poppykins, giving you a plush that feels cozy to hug and fun to fidget with.
Axolotl Spotlight: Inspired by the real axolotl, a water loving salamander known for frilly gills and its amazing ability to regrow parts of its body, a cool nature fact starter.
Eco Friendly Fill: Fill is spun from recycled water bottles, creating a soft, lightweight plush while supporting a more planet mindful choice for gifting and everyday play.
Fuel your child’s imagination with pretend play toys this
holiday season! Pretend play is important for children’s development, as it
fosters creativity, strengthens critical thinking abilities, and builds social
skills. But beyond that, it’s just plain fun! Our collection of toys provides
so many ways to play, whether it’s building railway lines with train sets,
expanding creative worlds, dressing up like cowboys and princesses, or
pretending to work at a grocery store. We have something for every child, age,
and imagination!
