The story is based on an old Chinese legend of how the Panda got its black markings. In this oversized picture book with distinctive borders, brave pandas fight a great Fire-dragon to save the Bamboo Forest. Lyrical prose matches superb saturated-color illustrations and emphasizes the need for us to conserve the planet to make room for all other creatures.

An ancient Tibetan legend tells how the snowy white panda came to have its distinctive black-and-white coat.

"A timeless tale about a beloved animal One of the world's most beloved and reclusive animals, the panda is almost as mysterious today as it was thousands of years ago. The original Chinese folk tale of how the panda came to have its distinctive black-and-white coat is a story of love, bravery and the sacrifice of a young shepherdess. Illustrator Song Nan Zhang has drawn upon his experiences touring the silk road region of Tibet to create the gloriously colourful illustrations that depict the ancient Wolong Valley in Sichuan province. As retold by master historian Linda Granfield, "The Legend of the Panda is augmented with fascinating information about panda bears and the efforts to save them. A book as beautiful as it is informative.

Examines the life of the panda bear, describing their social behavior, life cycle, food habits, and habitat, as well as presenting folklore surrounding these creatures.

Learn about the world of the giant panda.

Did you know that the giant panda climbs trees, swims, and even does somersaults? Readers will discover this and more in this fascinating title! Bold colors, engaging text, and oversized photos introduce readers to the giant panda's body structure, eating habits, social behavior, habitat, and survival threats. In addition, readers will learn about the life of a baby panda, from cub to independence. A map highlights giant panda territory, fun facts appear throughout, and the book closes with a full page of kid-friendly giant panda facts. A table of contents, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index are included. This title will leave readers with a deeper appreciation of the continent of Asia and the incredible giant panda! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

As humans take up more of the wilderness where the giant panda lives, the number of these wild bears has decreased. Efforts have been in place for years to save the cuddly-looking creatures, but they are still endangered. Read about the habits and lifestyle of these precious animals, and learn what you can do to help save them.

The book contains an original short story, illustrated by photos taken of pandas at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan, China. The book also includes a map of China, interesting facts and characteristics of the panda (such as their habitat, daily schedule, symbolism, and what it would cost to keep a panda as a pet), a number of easy and inexpensive activities suitable for a