Singapore is a very family-friendly destination as the world's first smart city with endless activities for families, such as night zoo tours, incredible gardens, street food markets, and so much more.
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Children's Books about Singapore
The Merlion: Story of Prince Nila Utama, an adventurous boy and son of the Sultan of Palembang, a Malay kingdom in Southeast Asia, and the Merlion. During his childhood, the young prince met a large and beautiful fish with a head of golden hair, at the bay near the palace, and developed a friendship after offering sweet potatoes to the fish. He would feed the fish daily and watch it swim and dance in the water. The fish suddenly disappeared after seven days and Prince Nila forgot about the short relationship over time. Many years later, as an adult, leading a team of men on an expedition across the ocean, Prince Nila's boat was caught in a typhoon and was mysteriously saved by a sea monster which turnout to be the long lost friend of the prince, the Merlion. The story illustrates the magical relationship between the Merlion and Prince Nila with discovery of Singapura, the Malay term for "Lion City". This fairy tale is linked to the founding of ancient Singapore, embracing historical friction with folklore. Merlion is the mascot of Singapore.
: Singapore Children's Favorite Stories is a collection of eleven stories that provide an insight into the traditional culture and history of Singapore. They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. Retold by Diane Taylor for an international audience, the whimsical watercolor illustrations by Lak-Khee Tay-Audouard offer insight into Singapore's multicultural past and present, as well as its colonial roots. The famous story of the tiger under the billiard table at the Raffles Hotel is retold, as is the myth of how the name "Singapore" (Lion City) came about. Magical princesses, mermaids, tigers, pirates and buffalos compete for every child's attention.
Ellie's Adventure in Singapore: Embark on a thrilling journey with Ellie as she explores the enchanting Lion City in "Ellie's Adventures in Singapore: Exploring the Lion City." This captivating children's travel book is designed to ignite your child's curiosity and inspire a love for exploration and diverse cultures. Through rhythmic storytelling and vibrant illustrations, Ellie takes young readers, aged 3 to 10, on a whirlwind adventure through the iconic landmarks of Singapore. From the towering Marina Bay Sands to the lively streets of Chinatown, your child will experience the wonders of this vibrant city-state. Not only will your child be captivated by Ellie's escapades, but you too will discover fascinating insights into the world-renowned destinations of Singapore. Join your child in unraveling the history and culture of each location, from the Merlion Park to the bustling Orchard Road.
ABC Explore Singapore: Welcome to Singapore - a "little red dot"right near the equator, a small melting pot!From the Art Science Museum all the way to the ZooThere is much to explore; let us share it with you!ABC Explore Singapore is a beautifully illustrated picture book, which takes the reader on an adventure to 26 diverse destinations across Singapore - all the way from A-Z.It is a must-have keepsake for residents and visitors to Singapore, and the perfect gift for those living (or moving) abroad!
Eye Spy Singapore: Come along with Ling and Kamal on an island-wide adventure as they play their favourite game, Eye Spy Singapore! Learn incredible facts about the Garden City and uncover hidden treasures all across the island. Bursting with colourful scenes from around Singapore, this interactive look-and-find book will provide hours of problem-solving, puzzle fun. Children will enjoy exploring the illustrations, picking out and counting the objects, while developing skills in numeracy, reading, matching, and identification.
Out & About in Singapore: With Out & About in Singapore, young readers get to go on a fun and colourful tour around this bustling Southeast Asian city through the evocative hand-drawn illustrations of Singaporean artist William Sim. The book starts out with Singapore’s origin story, followed by captivating “tours” around the Civic District, Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India. Popular spots such as Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Sentosa and Gardens by the Bay are explored as well. Lesser-known kid-friendly destinations such as Haw Par Villa and Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum are also highlighted. In the midst of exploring all these fascinating attractions, readers will also gain insights into the culture and history of Singapore for a deeper understanding of this country. Some related craft activities are thrown in as well just for the fun of it! This book is for children between 7 and 12 years old.
Beyond the Cage! A Story of 3 Guinea Pigs’ Bravery! A Singapore Story: Three little guinea pigs—Fudge, Autumn, and Nemo—have always lived safely in their cozy cage. But when curiosity leads them beyond the cage, they find themselves on a thrilling adventure through the bustling streets of Singapore! From a colourful hawker centre to a bustling market, the brave trio must work together to find the juiciest Romaine lettuce and each other. Along the way, they meet friendly animals, explore famous Singapore landmarks, and discover that true bravery comes from within!
Hello from Singapore: Let's Learn about Singapore, Its People, Places, Landmarks, Foods, Animals, and More!: Hello from Singapore is a children's information book about Singapore. From its location and climate to its nature, wildlife, foods, people, and interesting places to visit, this book covers it all. The cute and colorful illustrations will capture children's imagination, while the easy-to-understand language makes it perfect for young readers.
Good Night Singapore: A Bedtime Adventure Through Singapore's Iconic Landmarks: Introduce your little ones to the enchanting sights of Singapore with "Good Night Singapore." This beautifully illustrated children's book takes young readers on a magical journey through Singapore's iconic landmarks, including Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, and the Singapore Zoo. Each page features whimsical illustrations and gentle rhymes, perfect for bedtime reading. Designed for children ages 0-4, this book will captivate and soothe your child as they drift off to sleep, dreaming of the wonders of Singapore.
Lonely Planet Kids City Trails - Singapore: Get ready for a walking tour like no other! This seriously streetwise guide is packed with themed trails, from history and skyscrapers to food, nature and spooky stuff, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales you won’t find on the tourist routes. In City Trails: Singapore, join Lonely Planet explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories and surprises in another of the world’s great cities. You’ll discover a wobbly rainforest walkway, a rainbow-coloured school, racing dragons, the world’s longest rooftop swimming pool, and lots more!
Singapore (Cities Through Time): Singapore has been ruled by many different empires during its history! Beginning readers can learn how the city-state changed over the years through narrative text and vibrant illustrations in this fact-filled title. Special features help readers engage with the text, while a map and timeline reinforce information and add context. Young students will love their trip to spectacular Singapore with this title!
Singapore: Travel for Kids: Going on a family vacation to Singapore or just want to learn more about this amazing country? Make sure you get the most out of the trip with Singapore– Travel For Kids. Dinobibi and Bryan will join you in every step of the journey. You will have so much fun discovering Japan– its history, geography, flags and symbols, wildlife, culture and more! Whether preparing for a vacation, or simply wanting to learn about Singapore, this book gives you all you need to know, fun places to visit, tasty food to try, and fun, interactive pop quizzes throughout. Come join Dinobibi and Bryan on an adventure and DISCOVER Singapore.
Singapore (Country Profiles): Singapore is a unique island city-state in Southeast Asia. Although small in size, it is one of the most densely populated nations in the world! In this title, readers will learn fascinating information about Singapore's landscape, wildlife, and culture through engaging text and colorful photos. Features highlight a famous face, introduce a recipe, lay out important historical events, and more!
Singapore (Blastoff Readers: Exploring Countries): Singapore is a small island located in southeast Asia. Originally an island for fishers and pirates, it was colonized by the English in the 1800s. Now almost the entire island is part of the city! Young students will learn more about this bustling area and its people in this informative read.
: This coloring book is designed for children who want to learn about the wonderful country that is Singapore! This unique coloring book includes over 30 high-quality pages designed to entertain and engage, providing hours of coloring fun. Each page contains an interesting fact about Singapore which will help your child learn about the country, culture, food, language and people.
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