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JULY 2016
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TabLE Of COnTenTS
Editor’s Note
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Arts
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Children’s Specials
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Geylang East Public Library 12th Anniversary
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Book Bugs
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Jiggle, Read and Rhyme
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Recommended Reading
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Storytimes
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Super Storytastic
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Our Locations
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Bzzt, aspiring entomologists!
Get your bug spray ready! If you’re new to the Book Bugs! invasion,
you’ll be glad to know that Book Bugs will be hanging around our
libraries for the months of June to December 2016! Collect all 86
eye-catching book bug cards by borrowing library items, attending library
programmes and more. This month – design a book display to earn a limited
edition shiny Book Bugs card! For details, check out pages 15 - 16.
Calling all parents with children aged 6 months to 4 years old! Introduce
your little tots to preschool skills in BabyJam® and KinderJam®, a series of
high energy music and movement programmes, happening at 7 libraries this
month! Find a library near you on page 9.
Geylang East Public Library is celebrating its 28th anniversary this July!
Grab a piece of that birthday cake, and dive right into making your very own
pirate hat! Then join Ronald MacDonald in his “Reading is Fun” show. It’s all
happening on page 14.
So ready your bug nets and have a wonderful July!
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All programmes are free with required registration
and open to all unless otherwise stated. Please
register at the library e-kiosks, or through our website
www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary. To cancel a registration
or request to be placed on the waiting list for a fully
registered programme, please email arts@nlb.gov.sg
with [programme title – library] as the subject.
P erform i ng A rts
Silk and Bamboo Music Performance
3 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
library@Chinatown, Programme Zone
Get whisked away to China when you hear traditional melodies with a modern twist.
Discover the soothing, elegant style of instrumental music known as 'Jiangnan Silk
and Bamboo' from Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou, and find out how its evolution
contributes to the study of folk music history and popular culture. Presented in English.
Magic of Hulusi Workshop
10 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone
The Hulusi (葫芦丝), also known as the Cucurbit flute, is a tribal folk instrument of
the Yi tribe in China. Known for its unrelenting, yet soft and moody tone, this
is your chance to find out all about this instrument, and pick up some
playing techniques for beginners. Brand new instruments will
be provided, which you can take home too! For ages 13
and above.
[Co-creation] Puppets Come Alive Through
Readers Theatre Co-creation
16, 23 & 24 July, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Pasir Ris Public Library, Programme Zone
Who’s your favourite puppet? Bert, Ernie, Lamb Chop or Elmo? Make your very own
hand puppet and tell an amazing story. Use your voice, facial expressions and hand
actions for all the special effects in your fantastic tale!
For children aged 7 to 12. Registration is for all 3 sessions.
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The Immortal Bard by Phenix Arts
16 July, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm
Marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone
2016 is the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death and we have a host of Shakespeare
related programmes in our libraries to celebrate the occasion. Join our group of
wandering minstrels as they present an up-close and joyful rendition of the Bard's most
memorable scenes, monologues, soliloquies and characters in this special performance.
Guided Dramatisation of Storybook
17 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone
24 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
Discover the joy of interactive drama by stepping into
the world of a story. Use your imagination and senses
to jump right into a fictional land. See how fun this
can be with reading, dramatisation and simple drama
practices. For children aged 7 to 10.
Music Toddler
20 July, 4.30 pm – 5.15 pm
Pasir Ris Public Library, Programme Zone
Children get to learn to recognize rhythms, pitches, expression, musical notation
and pulses, and also the importance of momentum and pauses to enhance verbal
communication in their daily lives.
Music Toddler introduces music and movement to improve musicality and motor skills of
toddlers aged 1.5 to 3 years.
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Each toddler should be accompanied by one parent. Limited to 15 parent-child pairs.
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
Beauty and the Beast in Rhyme
30 July, 11.00 am – 12.00 pm
Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone
Watch the talented drama students from
Hua Yi Secondary school, as they put on an
adapted pantomime of the classic Girl-meetsBeast tale, Beauty and the Beast. This rhyming
adaptation is free and open to all.
[JRL Live!] Conduct Us!
30 July, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
Experience what it is like to conduct an ensemble and be the maestro you’ve always
wanted to be! Learn the theory behind tempo changes, beat patterns and dynamics, and
pit your skills against a professional Chinese ensemble from the Ding Yi Music Company.
For children aged 7 to 12.
V is ual A rts
Having Fun with Clay Art
7 July, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Bukit Panjang Public Library, Activity Room
This workshop will introduce participants to various
clay art techniques—rolling, coiling, twisting,
texturing—to create relief patterns as well as threedimensional forms. Participants will construct a set
of artworks—Teapot and Cupcake, inspired by the
Tea Party theme! For children aged 7 to 12.
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Foil Relief Art
10 July, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone
Master a keen eye for detail and get creative while learning produce special embossed
effects on foil paper. Pick up new skills making 360-degree symmetrical images using
dots, lines and shapes inspired by Indian Rangoli. For children and teens aged 9 to 15.
Umbrella Painting Workshop
21 July, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Choa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room
Learn to paint umbrellas made from Saa paper,
an art form originating from the people of Bo
Sang in Chiang Mai, Thailand. For children aged
9 and above.
[Malay Pioneer Series] Craft-efact!
23 July, 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm
Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone
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Come join us for a quick craft session and create your very own kerongsang (brooch)
and haj belt! Inspired by artefacts featured in our Malay Pioneer Series – Merchants &
Philanthropists exhibition, this is a walk-in event where participants may leave once they
have completed the craft (15 - 20 minutes). For children aged 4 to 10.
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
Let’s Create Family Hand Puppet
23 July, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone
Craft a Hand Puppet using a paper bag and various
materials! Each puppet will be given a unique
personality representing an imaginary monster. Besides
gaining knowledge and techniques about Hand Puppet,
participants will also gain satisfaction in making
something by hand. Strictly for children aged 7 to 12.
Kampung Masak Masak (WWU)
31 July, 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Bukit Panjang Public Library, Activity Room
Venture to the Kampung Kampus (Home of Ground-Up Initiative) in Yishun and discover
the Gotong Royong culture through hands-on activities with your child! Go on an
interactive tour in this 21st century Kampung and learn how to make traditional Kampung
delights and to enjoy it as a community. Two-way transportation will be provided from
the library to the Kampung.
For children aged 5 - 9. Each booking is for 1 parent-child pair.
Exh i bi tions
Arts @ South View Exhibition
15 – 28 July
Choa Chu Kang Public Library, Exhibition Area
Arts @ South View returns for the third time! Centring on
the theme of cultures around the world, come appreciate
artworks featuring a variety of media including oil pastels,
watercolour, acrylics, batik painting and ceramics.
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More exciting art programmes can also be found on our website
or received via our mailing list. To subscribe, pleaase email
arts@nlb.gov.sg with the subject “Add me to EDM”.
Children's Specials
儿童故事乐 Mandarin Storytelling for children
2 & 16 July, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pm
library@chinatown, Programme Zone
黎嘉希在本地儿童节目与故事表演中颇有经验。她风趣幽默的表演方式, 常常能让小朋友们观赏得
不亦乐乎。这回, 她将为大家呈现一系列的中华民族故事, 从中体验真诚与正义等等的传统美德。
小朋友们还有机会成为她故事里的小英雄呢!
Abby L. Kahei is a theatre practitioner with much
experience in children programmes and storytelling
performances. Known for her engaging and
interactive style, get ready for an entertaining session
full of joy and laughter, as she leads you through
Chinese traditional stories that share the values of
honesty, goodness and justice. Who knows, you may
even end up as a hero in her stories!
阅 读...
Integrity - Being a responsible individual (Digital Use)
2 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone
Go online for fun and research but know what is good behaviour on
the Internet. Learn about cyber wellness and cyber risks for children
and parents alike. Conducted by Nanyang Technological University.
Structuring Your Child's Time
2 July, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Geylang East Public Library, Activity Room
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Want to strike a balance between work and play for your children? Structure is essential
in a child's life. Schedules, boundaries, rules and discipline help children feel secure. Not
only does structure help children in identifying their priorities, it ensures that their time
is spent meaningfully in the effort to address all their needs.
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
ASPN Tanglin School presents: The Enormous Turnip
2 July, 11.00 am – 12.00 pm
Bukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall
23 July, 11.30 am – 12.30 pm
Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone
What’s the biggest vegetable you know? Heard about a
'ginormous' turnip? That would be something! See for yourself
with kids from APSN Tanglin School when they present this tale
of tickling fun! Plus make a special craft!
The Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) is part
of The Green Wave, an international effort encouraging the
young to protect the environment – Choose Green, Think Green
and Grow Green.
Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar
15 July, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Tampines Regional Library, Playhouse
22 July, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone
23 July, 11.30 am – 12.30 pm
Yishun Public Library, Activity Room
Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar bertujuan memupuk minat
membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu di kalangan kanak-kanak
yang berusia 7 hingga 10 tahun. Disamping menanam
tabiat membaca yang sihat, kami sediakan pelbagai aktiviti
menarik dan menyeronokkan.
The reading club, Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar aims to foster
interest in reading in Malay and instilling healthy reading
habits among children aged between 7 and 10 years old.
This will be implemented through book-based and other
fun activities.
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Empowering Parents, Confident Child
15 July, 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm
Bukit Batok Public Library, Activities Room
Parents naturally desire their kids to become the best
people they can be – confident and resilient. But how
can we achieve this? Come hear about how parents
are in the best position to influence the way their
children see and feel about themselves. Learn how
you can be a thoughtful and responsive parent!
KinderJam®
and BabyJam®
KinderJam® and BabyJam® are fun, new, exciting, and high-energy music-andmovement programmes that emphasise the kinaesthetic and tactile learning of
preschool skills and concepts. These classes are designed to enrich children and focus
on introducing and reinforcing basic preschool skills in a spirited manner that will
capture and hold your little one's attention from beginning to end.
BabyJam® classes are designed for children from ages 6 to 18 months old and
KinderJam® for children from ages 1 to 4 years old. Both programmes are parentaccompanied for the purpose of strengthening the special bond between parent and
child. Come and have fun with your child! Limited to 10 parent-child pairs.
BabyJam®
5 July, 10.30 am – 11.15 am
Bishan Public Library, Activity Room
12 July, 11.30 am - 12.15 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
14 July, 3.00 pm - 3.45 pm
Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone
18 July, 2.00 pm – 2.45 pm
Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
19 July, 11.30 am - 12.15 pm
Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone
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KinderJam®
4 July, 10.30 am – 11.15 am
Bishan Public Library, Activity Room
11 July, 2.00 pm – 2.45 pm
Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
13 July, 11.30 am - 12.15 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
20 July, 11.30 am - 12.15 pm
Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone
28 July, 3.00 pm - 3.45 pm
Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone
30 July, 12.00 pm - 12.45 pm
Sembawang Public Library, Programme Room
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
Stories Alive
15 July, 6.30 pm – 7.00 pm
Pasir Ris Public Library, Storytelling Room
Join us for fun stories in both English and Mandarin by our
friends from Odyssey The Global Preschool.
让故事活起来!
Stories Come Alive @NLB
周星衢基金儿童讲故事节目
Chou Sing Chu Foundation Chinese Storytelling
让孩童通过生动的讲故事节目，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值观，度过一个充
实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同。
Join storytellers from Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled, interactive
Chinese storytelling sessions. Stories told are suitable for children of various ages and
fun activities are included in every session. Parents are welcome to join in.
2 July, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Woodlands
Regional Library,
Everest Room
4 – 10 years old
10 July, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm
Cheng San Public Library,
Activity Room
4 – 10 years old
16 July, 11.30 am – 12.00 pm
Tampines Regional
Library, Playhouse
4 – 10 years old
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Chinese Storytelling By Ang Mo Kio Primary School
16 July, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Activity Room
Enchanting Chinese storytelling is back! Join us in this special session conducted
by the Chinese teachers of Ang Mo Kio Primary School. Be fascinated by the
wonderful story and pick up valuable lessons! Conducted in Mandarin. For children
aged 4 to 10.
Reading is Fun: Start now!
16 July, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
What makes a good picture book? Choose the best
books for your child and learn to make reading with
your child a treasured time. Find out how fun reading
can be and how it aids your child's literacy development.
For parents with children 6 and below.
小小书迷读书会 (Registration by email only)
16 July, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room
聆听精彩的故事，了解更多推荐读物，享受亲子阅读时光。
小小书迷读书会将在每个月的第三个星期六举办有趣的亲子阅
读活动，一起听故事，获新知，享受读书的乐趣。
适合4-6岁的小朋友参加，家长必须陪同。
有兴趣报名的读者，请联系明慧/Ming Wai (电邮: tse_ming_
wai@nlb.gov.sg)
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名额有限。若名额已满，我们将会把您的名字加入等候名单
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
Stories and More!
20 July, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Sembawang Public Library, Reading Deck
Join us for a storytelling treat! Look out for
a book-inspired activity and personalised
book recommendations by our librarians.
This special treat takes place every 3rd
Wednesday of the month!
Expert Series Workshops:
Using Toys to Spark Your Child's Thinking Skills
and Interest in Science, Numeracy and More!
30th July 2016, Saturday
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone, Level 1
Keen to find out how you can cultivate your child’s interest in science
and math through play? In this workshop, you will learn how basic
toys, some of which can be made using simple and recycled materials,
can be used to develop critical thinking skills, and foster creativity
amongst young children. Pick up tips from this highly interactive
play-based approach to harness your child’s kinaesthetic abilities.
This programme is brought to you by the Early Childhood
Development Agency and is open to parents who have children
aged 6 years and below. Seats are limited and the programme is free.
Registration is required.
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Dr Muhammad Nazir Amir, Lead Teacher (Physics) at Greenview Secondary School, received
the President’s Award for Teachers in 2014 for using creative and innovative methods to
teach science in ways that appeal to the young, such as through playing and making toys.
He has more than 10 years of experience in educating parents and educators on how to
make the learning experience engaging for children. Dr Nazir has also shared research
works in peer-reviewed international journals, book chapters, conferences and workshops,
so that the wider education community may benefit from his classroom research.
Culture Kaleidoscope Carnival!
23 July, 1.00 pm – 3.30 pm
Jurong West Public Library, Storytelling Corner
Come take a journey around the world through books and art! Discover different cultures
as you visit our booths and have fun creating crafts!
Royal Peekaboo!
23 July, 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm
Jurong Regional Library, IDA Labs@NLB
Specially for a princess or prince: his or her very
own LED castle pop-up card complete with a
charming prince or a beautiful princess. Learn to
make the unique gift fit for royalty or your loved
ones in this crafting workshop. This parent-child
programme is limited to 10 pairs only.
Storytelling by the author of The Little Singapore Book (Session 1)
30 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Marine Parade Library, Programme Zone
Seven Hundred Years of Singapore:
Did you know about the royal palace up on Fort
Canning a long time ago? Or hear about the
Mongols who came to look for elephants? Join
Sim Ee Waun, author of The Little Singapore Book,
for a storytelling session, that takes you from 14th
century Singapore to the present day. Heritage
games and crafts to follow. A surprise token awaits
all participating children!
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Limited to 30 children aged 7 to 12.
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
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Storytelling by the Junior Reading Ambassadors
23 July, 11.30 am – 12.00 pm
Activity Room
The Junior Reading Ambassadors are a group of students aged 9 to 11 years old
who love bringing the joy of reading to all children. Come join us as they share a
story with you and bring joy to the world of reading!
Geylang East Public Library's 28th Anniversary
23 July, 12.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Activity Room
It’s our birthday at Geylang East Public Library and we’ll have a big cake to share.
Express your best wishes, congratulatory messages or special memories to
celebrate our birthday and bring home a simple token! Come on down and join in
the fun – there is something for everyone!
Colouring Competition
23 July, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Programme Zone
Let's challenge your creativity by entering this colouring competition. Show your
love for the library through your artwork. This programme is suitable for children
aged 4-7 and is limited to 20 children.
Pirate Hat Making
23 July, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Programme Zone
Learn how to make a pirate hat and get ready to celebrate our birthday! This
programme is for children 4-7 years and limited to 20 children.
Ronald McDonald Visits Our Library!
24 July, 11.30 am – 12.00 pm
Activity Room
Come join Ronald McDonald in his "Reading is Fun" show. Through magic tricks,
science experiments and puzzles, the show emphasises on how fun reading can
be. Ronald will bring about joy and laughter to the audience and at the same
time, providing them with edutainment.
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This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
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For more information on Book Bugs,
check out www.nlb.gov.sg/discovereads
A Bug’s Life
Design a display to showcase your favourite book about
bugs. To get ideas, take a look at the different book
displays in the public libraries.
Name:
School:
Class:
Title:
Author:
Call Number:
My Book Display idea:
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After you have completed the discoveReads activity, bring this
page to the information booth on weekends to redeem your
limited edition shiny Book Bugs card of the month!
Pledge to Read
www.nationalreadingmovement.sg
3 June 2016 - 30 July 2016
Read More
Read Widely
Read Together
An initiative by
Pick up
a copy of
our festival
guide at our
libraries
Join other parents with young children, and support
your child’s early development through an enjoyable 30-minute session
with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive.
This fun and interactive parent-child programme is FREE!
Limited to 10 pairs only. For toddlers aged 1—3.
Each registration is for a parent-child pair.
7 July 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Children's Playhouse
7 July
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Choa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room
11 July
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Bishan Public Library, Activity Room
12 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Sembawang Public Library, Programme Room
13 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Ang Mo Kio Public Library, Activity Room
19 July
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Bukit Merah Public Library, Storytelling Corner
19 July
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Pasir Ris Public Library, Programme Zone
19 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone
20 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Bukit Batok Public Library, Activity Room
23 July
11.00 am – 11.30 am
Central Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room
26 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room
26 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pmToa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone
27 July
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
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Bukit Panjang Public Library, Activity Room
This programme is for free admission however registration is required.
Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.
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J Book Review
LOST IN THE SEA OF DESPAIR
Author:Tracey Turner
Publisher:New York: Crabtree Publishing Company, 2015
Call No.: Junior Lending English TUR
Have you ever tried reading an interactive adventure book in which your fate depends all
on the choices you make?
In Lost in the Sea of Despair, you, the protagonist, are at sea and must pit your survival
skills against the elements of nature. If you were all alone on a leaking yacht in the middle
of the Pacific Ocean, would you choose to escape by inflating your life raft? Or would you
stay on the yacht for as long as possible? Such life-or-death dilemmas and more await
you throughout the entire story.
Fret not, however, as along the way you’ll discover vital information on how to stay alive,
as well as useful geographical facts about your surroundings. All that’s left is for you to
decide: Are you ready for the adventure to begin?
Contributed by Ng Cheng Soon
JP Book Review
HENRY HYENA, WHY WON’T YOU LAUGH?
Author:
Douglas Jantzen
Publisher:New York: Aladdin, 2015
Call No.: Junior Lending Picture Book English JAN
Henry the Hyena and his friends are known for their giggles and tricks. They enjoy making
fun of the other animals in the zoo and playing pranks on them. One day however, Henry
realises that he can no longer laugh or smile. No matter how hard he tries, he is unable to
join in teasing others as he feels sorry for them instead. Puzzled by this, he goes to the
wise old Giraffe, who gives Henry valuable advice on how to solve the problem.
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Using lively illustrations paired with catchy rhymes, the story aims to teach readers
the importance of being nice to others. By learning to help others in need rather than
laughing at their misfortunes, Henry and his friends ultimately discover the secret to true
friendship – and happiness.
Contributed by Tan Yun Xian
Junior Reading Ambassador Review
THE WESTING GAME
Author:
Ellen Raskin
Publisher:New York: Puffin Books, 2004
Call No.:Young People Fiction RAS
Have you ever imagined what you would do if you became rich one day? Combine that
fantasy with a sophisticated game of strategy and a compelling desire to find a murderer,
and you have a fascinating mystery thriller in The Westing Game. Beginning with the
completion of a new apartment building, Sunset Towers, the story gradually unfolds,
revolving around its specially selected, though seemingly unrelated, tenants.
After the corpse of multimillionaire Samuel Westing is discovered in the house next door,
16 tenants of Sunset Towers are invited to the private reading of Westing’s will, where it
is revealed that not only have they been named as Westing’s potential heirs, but that one
of them present is responsible for his death as well.
The tenants are then split into pairs and given several random words, said to be clues
that will reveal the killer’s identity and allow the ‘winner’ to inherit Westing’s entire
estate worth a whopping $200 million. Thus setting off a bizarre quest to solve a murder
mystery and obtain the key to the Westing fortune …
Besides the setting, crime, suspense and eventual solution, another enjoyable aspect
of this book is that its characters are often not who they seem to be. Ellen Raskin has
created 16 distinctive characters who each brings his or her unique elements to the
central puzzle without confusing the reader in the process.
This Newbery Medal-winning book is perfect for readers who enjoy intriguing and
complex puzzles; they may still find themselves unable to solve the mystery ahead of the
characters despite knowing all the clues in advance. The author’s clever use of wordplay
and red herrings also make this book an enjoyable mental challenge for readers.
Contributed by Cheryl Lau Huay Ee, 12 years old
Tao Nan School, Primary 6
JS Book Review
LOUISE TRAPEZE DID NOT LOSE THE JUGGLING CHICKENS
Author:Micol Ostow
Publisher:New York: Random House, 2016
Call No.: Junior Lending Simple Fiction English OST
A lively and funny story; children will find themselves able to relate to Louise and her
struggles, as well as recall the constant longing to do things on their own. There are many
attractive illustrations throughout the book, and explanations of difficult words are also
provided, making for an enjoyable reading experience overall.
Contributed by Reena Kandoth
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Seven-year-old Louise Trapeze, who lives in a circus, is upset as all the other children except
her have special jobs to do. Even her enemy, the Ringmaster’s son, gets to be a messenger
for his father! Unfortunately for Louise, things always go wrong whenever she’s in charge,
especially when she is asked to look after a trio of juggling chickens one day …
Storytimes
Central Region
Eastern Region
Bishan Public Library
Tampines Regional Library
Thursdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 2nd Friday
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)
Toa Payoh Public Library
Saturdays, 11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Saturday
12.00 pm – 12.30 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)
Central Public Library
Sundays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday
12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
Every 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday
12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Cheng San Public Library
Fridays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
*Every 3rd & 4th Sunday
2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Serangoon Public Library
Wednesdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
*Every 1st & 2nd Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Legend :
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CH - Chinese
M – Malay
T - Tamil
* conducted by our Friends of the Library
† includes 30 minutes of personalised
book recommendations by librarians
Tuesdays, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Friday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)*
*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Bedok Public Library
Saturdays, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)
Geylang East Public Library
Wednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 3rd & 4th Saturday
11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)
Every 2nd Wednesday
8.00 pm – 8.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)
Marine Parade Public Library
Wednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 4th Friday
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)
Pasir Ris Public Library
Fridays, 7.00 pm - 7.30 pm (4-8 yrs)
*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday
11.30 am - 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Northern Region
Western Region
Ang Mo Kio Public Library
Bukit Batok Public Library
Woodlands Regional Library
Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Saturday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
Every 2nd Saturday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)
*Every 2nd & 4th Sunday
2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Yishun Public Library
Every 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tuesday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Monday
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (T)
Every 4th Tuesday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Sembawang Public Library
†Every 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday
3.00 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
*Every 1st Friday
4.30 pm – 5.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
Tuesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Wednesday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Bukit Panjang Public Library
Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Friday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)
*Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday
2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Clementi Public Library
Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
*Every 1st and 3rd Saturday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)
Jurong Regional Library
Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 1st Saturday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)
Every 2nd Saturday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)
*Every 1st & 2nd Friday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs)
Bukit Merah Public Library
Thursdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Choa Chu Kang Public Library
Wednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday
11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)
Jurong West Public Library
Saturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)
Queenstown Public Library
Wednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7-10 yrs)
Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4-6 yrs)
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Every 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday
3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)
Every 4th Wednesday
4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)
Super Storytastic
Super Storytastic is full of fun.
Learn about anything under the sun.
Dragons, Robots, Kittens and Whales;
Mysteries, Humour and Adventure Tales!
Join our librarians in this half hour of fun facts and stories. Get to know about
awesome authors and brilliant books you can dive into. For children aged 7 to 10.
Ang Mo Kio Public Library
Jurong Regional Library
Bishan Public Library
Jurong West Public Library
Bukit Merah Public Library
Marine Parade Public Library
Bukit Panjang Public Library
Serangoon Public Library
Cheng San Public Library
Tampines Regional Library
Choa Chu Kang Public Library
Toa Payoh Public Library
Clementi Public Library
Woodlands Regional Library
Geylang East Public Library
Yishun Public Library
Every 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Fridays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Fridays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Every 1st Wednesday
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Fridays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Mondays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Every 2nd Sunday
2.00 pm – 2.30 pm
Sundays
12.30 pm – 1.00 pm
Tuesdays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Every 1st Friday
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Tuesdays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Every 1st Sunday
12.30 pm – 1.00 pm
Thursdays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Fridays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
Thursdays
7.30 pm – 8.00 pm
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Sun Plaza #05-01
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Shopping Centre
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Singapore 529620
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3155 Commonwealth
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The Clementi Mall
Singapore 129588
21 Jurong East
Central 1
Singapore 609732
3779 Jalan Bukit Merah
Singapore 159462
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Reopens in 2017.
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SKPL
Western Region
1 Bukit Batok Central
Link, West Mall #03-01
Singapore 658713
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PRPL
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1 Pasir Ris Central
Street 3,
White Sands,
#04-01/06
Singapore 518457
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Public Library
1 Jelebu Road,
Bukit Panjang Plaza,
#04-16/17
Singapore 677743
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Choa Chu Kang
Public Library
21 Choa Chu Kang
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#04-01/02 Lot One
Shoppers’ Mall
Singapore 689812
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JWPL
Jurong West
Public Library
60 Jurong West
Central 3
Singapore 648346
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Queenstown
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53 Margaret Drive
Singapore 149297
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