PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Bamboo Mountain
In this video segment from Nature, researchers study pandas in an effort to halt their decline in population. [5:37]
The BIG zoo
The Big Zoo: Giant Panda
Virtual Zoo site features some fascinating facts about these interesting creatures. Contains a physical description as well as information regarding their diet, habitat, reproduction and senses.
PBS
Pbs Learning: Donkey Hodie: Purple Panda's Space Bop
Students follow directions to navigate to the Purple Planet.
BBC
Bbc: Cbbc News Round Special: China
This is a wonderful, image-packed introduction to China for younger students. Read short summaries about Chinese history, culture, and government, and then take a virtual tour of Chinese landmarks; learn about Chinese New Year, the signs...
Globio
Glossopedia: Wolong Nature Reserve
Wolong Nature Reserve is a place of great biodiversity and varied environments located in Western China. The reserve's history is described. Various human ethnic and cultural groups are explored as well as the extensive giant and red...
Curated OER
Ar Kive: Red Panda (Ailurus Fulgens)
Due to similarities with both the bear and raccoon family, the classification of the red panda (Ailurus fulgens) has caused continued controversy since it was first described in 1825. Today it is placed with the raccoons, but in its own...
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The Giant Panda
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Giant Panda Facts and Information
Describes physical features, eating habits, birth and growth, and other fun facts.
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Unesco: China: Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries Wolong, Mt Siguniang, Jiajin Mtns
Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries, home to more than 30% of the world's pandas which are classed as highly endangered, covers 924,500 ha with seven nature reserves and nine scenic parks in the Qionglai and Jiajin Mountains. The sanctuaries...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Giant Panda Cub
A close up photo of a very cute panda cub. Native to China, the giant panda is an endangered species. Learn more about the giant panda by checking out our range of interesting giant panda facts for kids.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Giant Panda
This photo shows a giant panda walking towards the camera. Native to China, these famous bears are a threatened species that survive almost exclusively on a diet of bamboo. Learn more about the giant panda by checking out our range of...
Curated OER
Tian Tian, the Zoo's Male Giant Panda
An overview of giant pandas is found on this page. Content includes information on their geographic distribution, habitat, physical appearance, size, life span, eating habits, reproduction, and typical lifestyle.
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Paw of the Giant Panda
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
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The Thumb Pad of the Giant Panda
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
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Panda's Thumb Is Radial Sesamoid
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
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Panda Eating Bamboo
The Smithsonian National Zoo provides detailed information about Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, the only two pandas currently in North America. Content also includes information about pandas in general, research being conducted at the zoo and...
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Radial Sesamoid in Ursos Arctos and Giant Panda
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
Curated OER
Bones in Feet of Ursus Arctos and Giant Panda
The Panda's opposable thumb is a mystery of evolution that is discussed in this site. Possible factors influencing this feature are presented with diagrams, photographs, and interactive questions to check for comprehension.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Bamboo Bears
This article covers a variety of topics related to the panda including Diet and Destiny, Panda Society, and Reproduction.
Read Works
Read Works: Bear Care
[Free Registration/Login Required] An interview with Lisa Stevens, caretaker of the giant pandas at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Bear Conservation Around the World
This article examines individual species of bears in reference to conservation including the Giant panda, Spectacled bear, Sun Bear, Sloth bear, American Black Bear, Asiatic black bear, Brown Bear, and more.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Classification Systems
A great overview of the science of classification. Topics addressed include summaries of the five kingdoms, the seven taxa, the definition of a species and the classification of the panda.
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