Irresistible and informative, this photo-essay from Sandra Markle features sixteen baby pandas that were born into captivity in China's Wolong Giant Panda Breeding and Research Center. With the help of these devoted scientists, all sixteen received the food and care they needed to survive. Using basic addition and counting with numbers 1 to 8 Markle tells the story of these remarkable—and numerous—baby panda as they grow and play together.

A NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book

"This book will be constantly in demand as a counting book and for information about this popular animal." —School Library Journal, starred review

"An engaging, informative introduction to baby pandas." —Booklist