Silver Medal Winner for Best Animal Picture book from BookFest

When the sun disappears, it’s time for four clever pandas to shine!

In The Handy Pandas, something strange is going on. The sun is gone! Is it hiding? Sad? Did it fall out of the sky? Andy, Sandy, Mandy, and Ted are on the case! With a mix of wild ideas, silly questions, and teamwork, these four fun-loving pandas set out to solve the mystery in the most imaginative ways possible.

This charming story introduces young readers to the power of perseverance, creative thinking, and collaboration, with a healthy dose of panda-sized humor. With lovable characters and a playful storyline, The Handy Pandas is a delightful read for home or the classroom.

Handy Pandas is the perfect story to keep little ones engaged, whether reading with others or independently.

• Literary Appreciation: Older readers can analyze the rhyme and meter, understanding how the author uses language to create a playful rhythm. It's an excellent tool for inspiring their own creative writing.
• Advanced Problem-Solving: The story models a collaborative approach to a seemingly impossible problem. It encourages tweens to think creatively and work together to find solutions, a key skill for school projects and social interactions.
• Humor and Heart: The silly premise is packed with giggles, but at its core, it’s a story about teamwork and perseverance. It reinforces the idea that even the biggest challenges can be tackled with friends.

The Handy Pandas provides a lighthearted way to discuss how we approach problems. You can ask your child, "What's the silliest solution the pandas came up with? What would you have done?"

This book promotes:
Creative problem-solving and imaginative brainstorming
Teamwork and collaboration
A sense of curiosity and the rewards of resilience

Perfect for:
Children ages 3–7
Young readers who love animals, mysteries, and giggles
Teaching social-emotional skills in fun, approachable ways
Family storytime or classroom discussions

Release Date October 7th, 2025

Debut Author Jamie McMahon

Illustrator Jamie McMahon

Suitable for Ages 3-6

Size 9" x 9"

Page Count 32

ISBN 1960616250