Picture book sponsored by Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. Written by Cheah Yin Mee, illustrated by Biddy.
Turtle Haven at the Raffles Lighthouse
Author: pauseability
Wings of My Own
Kiwi-Kiwi Collection of Comix
Title of Picture Book:
Lam Dieu Phong
Author:
Lam Dieu Phong
Illustrator:
Lam Dieu Phong
Publisher and Country (may be self-published):
self-published /Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb:
“Kiwi-Kiwi Collection of Comix” is an enchanting children’s comic book entirely hand-written and hand-drawn by a nine-year-old from Singapore, Lam Dieu Phong. This book is a treasure trove of kid-friendly humor, capturing the endearing misspellings often used by children. Readers will be taken on an adventure with the flying Kiwis, whose ability to soar through the skies depends on “Kiwifroots.” Join them as they face thrilling challenges, including the disappearance of their precious “Kiwifroots,” the mysterious vanishing of their tree, and the draining of their beloved pool. The book also includes engaging games and activities designed by a child for children, providing a joyful learning experience. “Kiwi-Kiwi Collection of Comix” invites readers to immerse themselves in a whimsical world and discover the magic of imagination.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc):
Fun, Friends, Fiction, Singapore, Places
5 Keywords (other than themes):
spelling corrector for kids, imagination in action, action and adventure for kids, game and learning, funny mystery
Brief Review (in under 50 words):
The book is very funny. We like the 1st story the most. And we enjoyed the chapter “Flip-O-Rama”
Good job Dieu Phong. Looking forward to your next series. We can’t wait for the “Kiwis Avenge”
By Miki Tram
Where to buy or borrow (if available):
Singapore National Library, https://flyingkiwifroots.wordpress.com, https://amazon.com/author/ldp, https://www.carousell.sg/p/kiwi-kiwi-collection-of-comix-children-book-authored-by-a-singaporean-kid-1242170308/, https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/177318931-kiwi-kiwi-collection-of-comix
ISBN Number (if available):
978-9811875625
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name):
The Kiwi-Kiwi
Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali: The Accidental Doctor
Title of Picture Book: Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali: The Accidental Doctor
Author: Eva Wong Nava with June Ho
Illustrator: Debasmita Dasgupta
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): World Scientific Publishing, Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb: Meet Siti Hasmah, a little girl, who wanted to be a journalist, in a period when not every girl was sent to school.
See what happened to her, her family, and country when World War II struck.
Walk in her footsteps as she graduates from university and went on to save the lives of many Malaysian women and children.
See what she finally ended up being.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc):STEAM, Asian Women, Medicine, World War 2, Education for Girls, Childhood, Culture
5 Keywords (other than themes): Sheroes, Asian Women, Women Who Shaped Asia, Biography, Change makers
Brief Review (in under 50 words): We know her as Malaysia’s indefatigable first lady, but her quiet heroism has helped so many in her capacity as a doctor and pioneer of women’s health long before that. In this sweetly illustrated book kids can get to know Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah as a girl with her own dreams and aspirations.
Where to buy or borrow (if available): Amazon; World Scientific Website, All online book stores, National Library, British Library
ISBN Number (if available): 978-981-122-111-8
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name): Eva Wong Nava
Desert Girl, Monsoon Boy
Title of Picture Book: Desert Girl, Monsoon Boy
Author: Tara Dairman
Illustrator: Archana Sreenivasan
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): G.P Putnam’s Sons
Publisher’s Blurb: One girl, one boy, two journeys, one world
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc): Places
5 Keywords (other than themes): Desert, monsoon, south Asian, nature, compare, contrast
Brief Review (in under 50 words): A wonderful story about 2 places in one country that have different climates.
Where to buy or borrow (if available): NLB Singapore
ISBN Number (if available): 9780525518068
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name):Rebecca Lim
Mina’s Magic Malong
Title of Picture Book: Mina’s Magic Malong
Author: Eva Wong Nava with June Ho
Illustrator: Novita Elisa
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): Penguin SEA
Publisher’s Blurb: Elisa is finding it difficult to cope with her nanny, Mina, going home. She tries hard in her six-year-old way, to stop Mina from leaving. But Mina has to go. A present from Mina forms a magic bond between them. While Mina goes back to tending to her children, her affection and love for Ella flows through the malong.
Mina’s Magic Malong stirs a magical wonder in reminding readers of a universal human emotion that resides in all of us, no matter how diverse we are: Love.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc): Self, friends, family, value
5 Keywords (other than themes): migrant workers, helper, farewell, parting, memories
Brief Review (in under 50 words): Heartwarming story
Where to buy or borrow (if available): National Library, Singapore
ISBN Number (if available): 978-9-814-86724-5
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name):Moses
Captain Sleep
Title of Picture Book: Captain Sleep and His Night-Time Adventures
Author: Not stated
Illustrator: Not stated
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): Health Promotion Board, Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb: Be ready in your pyjamas … let’s meet Captain Sleep and his secret friends.
4 stories:
1. Captain Sleep and the Lost Alien
2. Captain Sleep and the Little Chicks
3. Captain Sleep and the Giant Who Fell Sick
4. Captain Sleep and Bigfoot
Learn more at goodsleep.sg
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc): Self
5 Keywords (other than themes): Sleep, health, habits, helpful, growth
Brief Review (in under 50 words): Each story ends with an adapted song.
Where to buy or borrow (if available): National Library, Singapore
ISBN Number (if available): 978-981-14-1073-4
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name):Moses
The Boy Who Talks in Bits and Bobs
Title of Picture Book: The Boy Who Talks in Bits and Bobs
Author: Eva Wong Nava
Illustrator: Debasmita Dasgupta
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): Armour Publishing, Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb: Owen is a boy like any other ordinary boy. He loves to play the ukulele and he loves to sing. But speaking does not come easily for Owen. He speaks in bits and bobs. He finds that anything is possible with love, kindness and patience.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc): Self, friends, inclusive,
5 Keywords (other than themes): Stutter, understanding, stammer, empathy, teachers
Brief Review (in under 50 words): Builds empathy
Where to buy or borrow (if available): National Library
ISBN Number (if available):978-981-48-0780-7
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name): Moses
Chilli Padi
Title of Picture Book: Chilli Padi
Author: Adeline Foo
Illustrator: Lee Kowling
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): Ethos Books, Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb: Puteh has a new friend, Itam, a kitchen help adopted by Puteh’s grandmother. The two children find the,selves in trouble when they got into a fight in the kitchen. Itam is punished for Puteh’s misdeed.
Find out how Puteh redeems herself with her new friend, by using the magic of her beaded slippers. A tale of friendship and loyalty, join Puteh and Itam on their kitchen adventure and discover a quirky side to the Peranakans, their food heritage.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc):Self, friends, family
5 Keywords (other than themes): Peranakan, food, heritage, friendship, quarrels
Brief Review (in under 50 words): A fun way to learn about the Peranakan’s festival and food heritage.
Where to buy or borrow (if available): NLB, Singapore
ISBN Number (if available): 978-981-07-1328-4
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name): Moses
Vinod and the Deepavali Dishes
Title of Picture Book: Vinod and the Deepavali Dishes
Author: Debra Ann Francisco
Illustrator: Madeline Wee
Publisher and Country (may be self-published): Straits Times Press, Singapore
Publisher’s Blurb: It’s a busy day for Vinod! He has to follow his Aunty Meera around Little India on her Deepavali shopping errands. Back home, he makes an amazing discovery about his Tatta (grandfather). Find out what Vinod learns about Tatta’s youth and how he puts his creative juices to work helping his family out in this kitchen.
Theme (Self, Friends, Family, Places, Celebrations, Nature, Technology, etc):Self, family, celebrations
5 Keywords (other than themes): Food, grandfather, history, culture, Indian
Brief Review (in under 50 words): A good way to know about common Indian food and spices.
Where to buy or borrow (if available): NLB
ISBN Number (if available): 978-981-47-4798-1
Submitted by (could be your preferred name, including pen name): Moses
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