This June hols, children here have a new place to play. A rather unlikely place to run and hop around but why not? We all know that the best way to learn is through fun and play. So, once again, to encourage children and families to learn a bit more about our own heritage, the good folks at the National Museum is bringing back the highly popular Children's Season! The Children’s Season at the National Museum of Singapore returns with another fun-filled exhibition to celebrate the June … [Read more...]
The Omni-Theatre Singapore: Where even the sky is no limit!
Imagine being commandeered into space, zooming in and out of planets as you wish, to have a closer look at the huge craters on the moon or perhaps to move closer to see the rings on the mighty Jupiter or, if you like, to trek on the rocky terrain on Mars. Imagine going into warp speed and beyond the Milky way, flying past pulsars and quasars into the final frontier while you sit comfortably in the revamped interior of the Omni-Theatre as the live presenter brings you ‘boldly where no man … [Read more...]
Every family wins at the Cold Storage Kids Run 2015
Dear Dana, Congratulations Darling! You’ve completed your first solo run. It was 800m and you ran with all your might. You told Mommy and I later that you “didn’t stop running” and when you were tired, you “ jogged and bounced”...Haha, things that Daddy taught you during those sessions we had in the gym and eventually at the running tracks nearby. We are very proud of you. For the record, we didn’t know which position you came in. Because it simply didn’t matter. What was important was you … [Read more...]
Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum (LKCNHM): Weird & Wonderful World
God made the wild animals of the earth…and God saw that it was good. (Genesis 1:25) With a faint ‘beep’ of the serial code on my ticket, I was in! Having visited the famed American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York twice, I was dreaming of the day when Singapore would have a Natural History Museum of its very own. Well, that day is finally here and I was so excited I made sure I bought tickets to bring my family to visit it on its opening day! What is a Natural History … [Read more...]
Queenstown Heritage Trail: Dawson & Alexandra
At last year’s inaugural Queenstown Heritage Trail led by volunteers, we explored parts of the Tanglin Halt and Duchess which proved to be an eye-opening, educational experience for me. Being a naturalised Singaporean, I’ve always been keen to discover more about my adopted country and hopefully enthuse my children to do the same - to appreciate the heritage that is their home. So when the invitation came again to discover the other parts of the 'Queenstown Heritage Trail', I … [Read more...]
Vote & Win: Monopoly turns 80!
Time changes everything…almost. One of the things that has amazingly stood the test of time is none other than the Monopoly game. Sitting among the newer (and often noisier) games in the toy section of any major department store are stacks of Monopoly. And sitting somewhere in our bookshelves at home is that box of Monopoly game ready to be played for the next round. Because Monopoly has stood the test of time, it shares the limelight as a game that transcends … [Read more...]
Fun with Sun, Seeds and Soil @Urban Farm & Barn
To see a world in a grain of sand, And a heaven in a wild flower, Hold infinity in the palm of your hand, An eternity in an hour. ~ William Blake Last Sunday, we had an experience which kept us quite intrigued, not fully knowing what to expect and yet we walked away totally enriched at the end. What are we talking about? You see, we learnt from our friend, CheekyMonkies about a farm tucked surreptitiously ‘on top of Bukit Panjang hill’ which allows families to plant their own veggies. … [Read more...]
Doctor for a Day : A Free Educational App for Kids!
Following the overwhelming response for ‘Doctor for a Day’ Programme, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital now extends the make-believe experience beyond its wards, with the launch of ‘Doctor for a Day’ App, available for download on iOS and Android tablets. Recommended for children aged 4 to 8, ‘Doctor for a Day’ App is filled with many learning opportunities along with brain teasers that will stimulate a child’s mind and rouse their curiosity about the medical profession. This is Singapore’s … [Read more...]
Happy ‘Hospital Land’ at Mount Elizabeth Novena
The lobby is transformed into a colourful and welcoming Hospital Land! Hot on the heels of the very successful 'Doctor for a Day' programme comes 'Hospital Land' - a educational carnival organised by Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital! ‘Hospital Land’ aims to give children aged 4 to 10 a glimpse of the real-life job demands of some medical professionals which are indispensable in any hospital such as a pharmacist, a radiologist and an optometrist. Through simple games and interactive … [Read more...]
Standing The Test of Time – My Queenstown Heritage Trail
I've always just driven by the town....until now.As a history buff, I have a penchant for old buildings and structures. From Borobudur to Stonehenge, I’ve been there, hugged that. Whenever I 'disappear' when we were on holiday, my wife would know where to find me – just look for an old church, an art gallery or a museum. Strange then that I should end up in Singapore – a young progressive nation that seems to be tearing down old structures faster than we can reproduce. Even a grand dame … [Read more...]
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