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The Panda-Badger

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An uplifting tale about acceptance, belonging and the magic that happens when two worlds become one A magical and uplifting story about acceptance and belonging from CBeebies presenter Ben Cajee In a world where you're either a Panda or a Badger, Pablo - a Panda-Badger -... Read More
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An uplifting tale about acceptance, belonging and the magic that happens when two worlds become one A magical and uplifting story about acceptance and belonging from CBeebies presenter Ben Cajee In a world where you're either a Panda or a Badger, Pablo - a Panda-Badger - breaks all the rules. However, being different doesn't make Pablo feel lucky - it just makes him feel sad. He isn't a Badger. He isn't a Panda. He doesn't belong. But one day, there's a glow in the distance - a glow that changes everything. As Pablo uses his skills to save the day in a way that neither a Badger nor a Panda could, he realises the power that can be found in uniqueness - and he uses this power to unite both communities, changing the world around him for the better. This debut story from CBeebies presenter Ben Cajee is an affirming and empowering tale about appreciating your own uniqueness and a true celebration of the power and joy that comes from embracing diversity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241562604

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 May 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Brie Schmida

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Ben Cajee (Author) Ben Cajee is a television presenter, voiceover artist and writer. He's been a lead presenter with BBC Children's since 2015, fronting CBeebies and CBBC HQ. He's gone on to present iconic shows, including Blue Peter and Something Special. Ben's love of sport has seen him cover global events, from the Olympic Games to the Commonwealth Games. He's written for beloved television shows, Justin's House and Dodge's Pup School, and links that led to inspired conversations around equality, across national print and television. He's an ambassador for Young Lives Vs Cancer and Street Child United, and was inducted to the Show Racism the Red Card Hall of Fame in summer 2025. Brie Schmida (Illustrator) Brie is an illustrator and development artist based in sunny California. She loves to paint scenes full of whimsy, magic light, and plant life. When she isn't drawing you may find her appreciating rocks, growing a dazzling flower garden, milking a goat, or tromping over hill and dale with her dog Olive.

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