Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Giant Panda
The Canadian Museum of Nature provides a concise introduction to the giant panda. Find out all the basic facts about this rare mammal, including where it lives, what it eats, and even learn about some of the controversy that surrounded...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Giant Pandas
This site provides a detailed overview of pandas, and focuses on Mei Xiang & Tian Tian at the National Zoo. Content includes information on panda habitat and current conservation efforts, as well as including photos, live web cams,...
Animal Fact Guide
Animal Fact Guide: Giant Panda Bear
A reference source on pandas. Explore where panda bears live, their unique traits, behavior, physical characteristics and how we can protect them from extinction.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Panda Diplomacy
Article reports on China's policy of "panda diplomacy," in which certain countries are selected by China to receive pandas for their zoos.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Giant Panda
Brief illustrated overview of the giant panda and an accompanying video demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal to eat and why it has become an endangered species.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Giant Panda for Kids: Learn About the Cuddly Looking Bear
Kids learn about giant panda bears from China on this site. They eat bamboo in the mountains and are an endangered species.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Giant Panda
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Giant Pandas (Ailuropoda melanoleuca), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...
Courseware Solutions
Wordville: Giant Panda
Read a short informational text called "The Giant Panda," and then choose the correct answer for comprehension questions at the end of the selection.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Pandas Like Eating Sugary Treats
Study reports that giant pandas, like humans, enjoy eating sweets.
PBS
Pbs: Nature: Panda Bears
What bear is considered China's national treasure? This site features a brief description of the life of a panda bear.
Read Works
Read Works: Panda Power
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text explaining how scientists determine how many pandas live in the wild. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Meet a Baby Panda
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about a baby panda and how it grows. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Reading Is Fundamental
Reading Is Fundamental: Illustrate a Story: The Last Panda [Pdf]
Print this short story about panda bears and about the consequences of human encroachment into their diminishing habitat and then illustrate it and bind it as a book.
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.
Other
The Panda's Thumb
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.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Listen and Read: Hello Baby Panda!: Activity 1
Most pandas live in China, but young readers will visit a baby panda born right here in the United States in this audio article with photographs.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Listen and Read: Hello Baby Panda!: Activity 2
Most pandas live in China, but young readers can visit a baby panda born right here in the United States in this audio article with photographs.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Giant Panda Facts and Information
Describes physical features, eating habits, birth and growth, and other fun facts.
Curated OER
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.
Curated OER
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...
Curated OER
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.
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.