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Be Like Panda: Big Values For Little Hearts
Meet Panda—a gentle, joyful friend with a big heart and a kind smile. In Be Like Panda, young readers embark on heartwarming, everyday adventures where Panda quietly teaches what it means to be caring, thoughtful, and brave.
Designed for children ages 2–6, this sweet picture book uses soft rhymes and radiant illustrations to introduce timeless values in a way that is simple, soothing, and emotionally resonant. Whether Panda is comforting a friend who feels left out, showing courage in unfamiliar situations, or offering a heartfelt "sorry" after a mistake—he always responds with patience, warmth, and love.
🌱 What Kids Learn With PandaEach page of the book is a little moment of magic, rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL). The story gently encourages young readers
💛 Be KindKindness doesn’t need to be big to matter. Sometimes, it’s a smile. Sometimes, it’s listening. And sometimes, it’s sharing your last cookie. Panda models small, thoughtful actions that ripple out into the world.
👫 Share and CareTaking turns isn’t always easy. But Panda shows that caring for others often means giving up something you want. In return, we gain stronger friendships, deeper trust, and joyful togetherness.
💬 Say SorryPanda reminds us that everyone makes mistakes. What matters is what we do next. With calm confidence, he shows how a sincere “I’m sorry” can heal hearts and help friendships grow.
🐾 Be BraveFrom trying something new to standing up for what’s right, Panda helps little readers understand that bravery doesn’t mean being fearless—it means acting with heart even when we feel unsure.
📚 More Than a Story—A Conversation StarterBe Like Panda is a gentle mirror for young children exploring their feelings, relationships, and sense of self. As kids follow Panda’s quiet leadership, they’re invited to reflect on their own
What does kindness look like at school?
When have I been scared—and found courage?
How to say sorry and really mean it?
By blending storytime with these thoughtful questions, the book becomes a foundation for everyday emotional growth.
🎨 Designed for Little Eyes and Big FeelingsVibrant illustrations in cheerful, inviting colors
Minimal, rhyming text
Gentle pacing that calms and soothes
Relatable moments inspired by real early childhood experiences
Inclusive characters to help all readers feel seen
Each illustration is carefully crafted to hold a child’s interest while reinforcing the theme on the page. Panda’s world is warm, colorful, and comforting—a space where mistakes are okay and kindness always wins.
👨👩👧👦 Who It’s ForParents and caregivers who want to nurture values like empathy and respect
Preschool and ea
Designed for children ages 2–6, this sweet picture book uses soft rhymes and radiant illustrations to introduce timeless values in a way that is simple, soothing, and emotionally resonant. Whether Panda is comforting a friend who feels left out, showing courage in unfamiliar situations, or offering a heartfelt "sorry" after a mistake—he always responds with patience, warmth, and love.
🌱 What Kids Learn With PandaEach page of the book is a little moment of magic, rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL). The story gently encourages young readers
💛 Be KindKindness doesn’t need to be big to matter. Sometimes, it’s a smile. Sometimes, it’s listening. And sometimes, it’s sharing your last cookie. Panda models small, thoughtful actions that ripple out into the world.
👫 Share and CareTaking turns isn’t always easy. But Panda shows that caring for others often means giving up something you want. In return, we gain stronger friendships, deeper trust, and joyful togetherness.
💬 Say SorryPanda reminds us that everyone makes mistakes. What matters is what we do next. With calm confidence, he shows how a sincere “I’m sorry” can heal hearts and help friendships grow.
🐾 Be BraveFrom trying something new to standing up for what’s right, Panda helps little readers understand that bravery doesn’t mean being fearless—it means acting with heart even when we feel unsure.
📚 More Than a Story—A Conversation StarterBe Like Panda is a gentle mirror for young children exploring their feelings, relationships, and sense of self. As kids follow Panda’s quiet leadership, they’re invited to reflect on their own
What does kindness look like at school?
When have I been scared—and found courage?
How to say sorry and really mean it?
By blending storytime with these thoughtful questions, the book becomes a foundation for everyday emotional growth.
🎨 Designed for Little Eyes and Big FeelingsVibrant illustrations in cheerful, inviting colors
Minimal, rhyming text
Gentle pacing that calms and soothes
Relatable moments inspired by real early childhood experiences
Inclusive characters to help all readers feel seen
Each illustration is carefully crafted to hold a child’s interest while reinforcing the theme on the page. Panda’s world is warm, colorful, and comforting—a space where mistakes are okay and kindness always wins.
👨👩👧👦 Who It’s ForParents and caregivers who want to nurture values like empathy and respect
Preschool and ea
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Published August 1, 2025
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August 14, 2025
Adorable and Full of Heart!
Be Like Panda is an absolute treat for little readers! The story is simple enough for young kids to follow, yet packed with sweet messages about kindness, patience, and enjoying life. The panda is lovable, the illustrations are bright and engaging, and my child wanted to read it again the same night.
It’s the kind of book that makes story time cozy and fun, while sneaking in positive lessons without feeling heavy. Definitely a new favorite on our bedtime shelf!
Be Like Panda is an absolute treat for little readers! The story is simple enough for young kids to follow, yet packed with sweet messages about kindness, patience, and enjoying life. The panda is lovable, the illustrations are bright and engaging, and my child wanted to read it again the same night.
It’s the kind of book that makes story time cozy and fun, while sneaking in positive lessons without feeling heavy. Definitely a new favorite on our bedtime shelf!
September 9, 2025
Gentle Lessons Wrapped in Warmth
Some books arrive with the perfect balance of simplicity and depth — stories that children can enjoy while also carrying away lessons that last. Be Like Panda: Big Values For Little Hearts by Kriti Sharma and Bhanu Kaushik is one of those treasures. With its kind-hearted storytelling and approachable style, it helps young readers reflect on what it means to live with kindness, patience, and care.
The book uses the panda as a gentle role model, showing children how small choices can reflect big values. Through everyday examples and relatable language, kids are encouraged to practice kindness, share joy, and handle challenges with calmness. It never feels preachy; instead, it offers children a soft nudge toward empathy and good character in a way that feels natural and affirming.
The strength of this book lies in its clarity. The messages are easy to grasp, even for very young readers, yet still meaningful enough to spark thoughtful conversations with older children. Parents and teachers will find it useful as a resource for guiding children in social-emotional learning, offering touchpoints for discussions about respect, compassion, and patience.
Be Like Panda is a gentle guide for growing hearts. Whether read at bedtime or shared in a classroom, it’s a beautiful reminder that the simplest stories can often hold the biggest lessons.
Some books arrive with the perfect balance of simplicity and depth — stories that children can enjoy while also carrying away lessons that last. Be Like Panda: Big Values For Little Hearts by Kriti Sharma and Bhanu Kaushik is one of those treasures. With its kind-hearted storytelling and approachable style, it helps young readers reflect on what it means to live with kindness, patience, and care.
The book uses the panda as a gentle role model, showing children how small choices can reflect big values. Through everyday examples and relatable language, kids are encouraged to practice kindness, share joy, and handle challenges with calmness. It never feels preachy; instead, it offers children a soft nudge toward empathy and good character in a way that feels natural and affirming.
The strength of this book lies in its clarity. The messages are easy to grasp, even for very young readers, yet still meaningful enough to spark thoughtful conversations with older children. Parents and teachers will find it useful as a resource for guiding children in social-emotional learning, offering touchpoints for discussions about respect, compassion, and patience.
Be Like Panda is a gentle guide for growing hearts. Whether read at bedtime or shared in a classroom, it’s a beautiful reminder that the simplest stories can often hold the biggest lessons.
August 18, 2025
As a parent, I’m always on the lookout for books that don’t just entertain but also help shape my child’s character. Be Like Panda is exactly that kind of book.
The story is beautifully written and illustrated, making it easy for little ones to stay engaged while also learning important life values. The panda character is gentle, kind, and relatable—qualities children naturally look up to and want to model. Each page encourages kids to embrace kindness, patience, and positivity in a way that feels fun and natural, not preachy.
The illustrations are vibrant and captivating, which makes reading time a joy for both kids and parents. I love that this book opens up meaningful conversations with my child about how to treat others and how to handle everyday challenges with a big heart.
Overall, Be Like Panda is more than just a bedtime story—it’s a tool for parents to nurture empathy, kindness, and confidence in their children. Highly recommend for families looking to add value-driven stories to their bookshelf.
The story is beautifully written and illustrated, making it easy for little ones to stay engaged while also learning important life values. The panda character is gentle, kind, and relatable—qualities children naturally look up to and want to model. Each page encourages kids to embrace kindness, patience, and positivity in a way that feels fun and natural, not preachy.
The illustrations are vibrant and captivating, which makes reading time a joy for both kids and parents. I love that this book opens up meaningful conversations with my child about how to treat others and how to handle everyday challenges with a big heart.
Overall, Be Like Panda is more than just a bedtime story—it’s a tool for parents to nurture empathy, kindness, and confidence in their children. Highly recommend for families looking to add value-driven stories to their bookshelf.
October 2, 2025
A Heartwarming Story with a Big Panda Personality
Be Like Panda is a delightful rhyming story that’s as fun to read aloud as it is meaningful. With bright, cheerful illustrations and a lovable panda leading the way, young readers are gently introduced to important values like kindness, patience, sharing, empathy, and friendship.
As Panda goes about his day helping others, children can easily see how small acts of caring make a big difference. The story naturally sparks thoughtful conversations between kids and parents or teachers, making it an excellent resource for both homes and classrooms.
This is more than just a sweet story—it’s a springboard for teaching social-emotional skills in a way that feels playful and engaging. A wonderful addition to any school library or bedtime bookshelf!
Be Like Panda is a delightful rhyming story that’s as fun to read aloud as it is meaningful. With bright, cheerful illustrations and a lovable panda leading the way, young readers are gently introduced to important values like kindness, patience, sharing, empathy, and friendship.
As Panda goes about his day helping others, children can easily see how small acts of caring make a big difference. The story naturally sparks thoughtful conversations between kids and parents or teachers, making it an excellent resource for both homes and classrooms.
This is more than just a sweet story—it’s a springboard for teaching social-emotional skills in a way that feels playful and engaging. A wonderful addition to any school library or bedtime bookshelf!
August 28, 2025
Be Like Panda is such a sweet and gentle read for little ones! The simple words and bright, playful pictures make it perfect for toddlers’ short attention spans. My niece loved pointing at the panda on every page, and the positive little lessons about kindness, calmness, and curiosity come through in a way that feels natural, not preachy.
It’s the kind of book that becomes a bedtime favorite—comforting, cheerful, and easy to read again (and again!). Highly recommend for parents who want something soothing yet fun to add to their toddler’s bookshelf. 🐼💛
It’s the kind of book that becomes a bedtime favorite—comforting, cheerful, and easy to read again (and again!). Highly recommend for parents who want something soothing yet fun to add to their toddler’s bookshelf. 🐼💛
August 30, 2025
What a truly amazing book! I’m so glad I came across it. My kids were completely captivated—not only by the fun story, but also by the way it naturally weaves in lessons about kindness, ethics, and other important values. It’s rare to find a book that teaches and entertains at the same time, but this one does it beautifully. Parents can feel confident choosing this book—it’s a gift that keeps on giving! Wonderful!!!
September 4, 2025
This book was a perfect find for my little man, teaching him to be kind. The book is the ideal length for his age. He particularly loved the red ball; he kept pointing at it and saying Ball. I love that a local NW mom created this. I highly recommend this book for gifts to young ones or even expectant parents. I hope to read more from this author.
August 13, 2025
This book was absolutely loved by my toddler and he’s continuously asking for the panda book. I love it too, it feels so cute. I love how it is so adorable yet has so much for toddlers to learn. Highly recommended
August 15, 2025
Told in verse this is a sweet story about a panda. Panda makes friends with all the animals in the forest and discovers the joy of being accepted. The rhymes are well done and easy to read. A great book for small children.
August 20, 2025
I bought Be Like Panda for my 6-year-old niece and she can’t get enough of it. The illustrations are colorful and fun, and I love how the story teaches kindness, patience, and sharing in such a simple way. She even started using “be like Panda” as a reminder with her little brother—so sweet!
September 7, 2025
Such a sweet and meaningful children’s book. My daughter loved following Panda’s adventures, and it gave us a great chance to talk about kindness, patience, and other values in a fun, approachable way. The illustrations are bright and adorable, making it a joy to read together.
August 13, 2025
This is a very beautiful book. I love how this book has messages for young toddlers on every page. Very helpful book. 💕
August 13, 2025
It is a gorgeous book . Very knowledgeable and very informative. Big beautiful illustrations. I like how the text is not funky looking and very clear for parents and kids to read . Must read
August 16, 2025
My little reader loves this book!!
August 24, 2025
Lovely story with beautiful illustrations.
August 24, 2025
If you are looking for a book that teaches your little ones the right value in a very simple and fun way... I would hundred percent recommend this amazing kinds book.
September 1, 2025
This is a great book for teaching little ones about kindness! The pandas are adorable and the storyline really stresses that sharing is truly caring. Absolutely recommend this book!
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