When Alex receives a stuffed panda bear for his birthday he is amazed to discover that his new friend can talk! Mr. Panda explains to Alex that he is there to take him on adventures to a magical island - where his animal friends live - and to help him in any way he can. Through fun times and challenging times, Mr. Panda teaches Alex important things about coping with disappointment and change. Follow the delightful and heartfelt story of Alex and the Panda, a book that will entertain young readers while making a lasting impression about life's lessons and joy. Amy Sprague grew up in Vermont and now resides in Maine. Her previous books are My Son: Living Life With Down Syndrome, First Year of Life, an autobiography about her son, and A Strong Will To Survive, a novel about domestic violence. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/AmySprague