One look at her soft features is sufficient to convince anyone that Guan Yin is filled with compassion for all beings. No wonder she is popularly known as the Goddess of Mercy.We see various depictions of her in the mass media but the one consistent element is her immense compassion for all. Although originally a Buddhist bodhisattva called Avalokitesvara, she is worshipped and revered by various people, including some Taoists and Hindus. She does not preach or instruct but merely ...

The future leader of Singapore spent his growing up years doing what other children did in the 1920s. Harry liked to play with spinning tops, marbles, kites—and even fighting fish! While he was a little mischievous as a child, Harry worked hard in school to achieve academic success, eventually winning scholarships to attend the prestigious Raffles College.Especially for younger readers, this inspiring picture book about the childhood of Harry Lee Kuan Yew is one that parents, careg...

A young Teochew teenager lands in the bustling port of Singapore shortly after its founding. He overcomes several challenges to become the King of Gambier and Pepper. Today, a few streets in Singapore are named after him and members of his family — in memory of his many contributions to Singapore.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover o...

A successful businessman of Hokkien descent, Tan Tock Seng works hard, and goes from selling fruits, vegetables and poultry to becoming a wealthy landowner, but he never forgets about helping the poor, needy and sick. Donating generously to charity, he starts the Chinese Pauper's Hospital at Pearl's Hill — today, this hospital is known as Tan Tock Seng Hospital.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singa...

**Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Award Gold Medal**Every culture has its own unique favorites folktales, and discovering them offers a fun and meaningful way to learn about life in other parts of the world. Asian Folktales for Children brings together 7 delightful folktales from across Asia—including Korea, Japan, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, China and Thailand.These stories have been passed down for generations from grandmothers...

A young Hakka arrives in Singapore, settles down, and finds small successes. The good life is short-lived when the Japanese invade Singapore and he loses everything. He eventually makes a comeback because of Indian goldsmiths and Peranakan families. This is the never-before-told story of a family of jewellers with a strong tradition of creating Peranakan jewellery.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Si...

****A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection****Winner of the 2023 BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD in the Chinese Culture Activity Books category from Creative Child Magazine**Families, feasts and fireworks—Chinese Celebrations for Children showcases the rich cultural traditions of China with stories, activities, recipes and more.**The charming illustrations of Patrick Yee and informative texts of Susan Nunes conjure up the pageantry and symbolism of C...

Meet the Tan family, who have created a homemade Peranakan food legacy in Singapore!Join the fourth generation member of the family, Ethan, as he travels back in time tracing the evolution of his family business — home-grown brand HarriAnns Nonya Table — from a humble push-cart to the chain of Peranakan cafes it is today. Just like Peranakan food, this story is spiced generously with the different flavours of life.Come join the feast!

Born in Singapore to a famous family, a young man called Liang Seah becomes a community leader, a lawmaker and co-founder of what is known today as the Peranakan Association Singapore. His life of service will inspire future generations. Today, Liang Seah Street reminds people of the legacy this amazing pioneer left behind.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrat...

A merchant from Malacca builds upon his family's wealth and achieves even greater business success. But more important than making money is giving back to society. He builds a Chinese school, a road, and even a bridge. This man was Tan Kim Seng, a man who did a lot of good for others in society.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover our...

Making money from many successful businesses, including shipping crates of coconuts, coffee and rubber, Syed Mohamed Alsagoff is very wealthy. Because of his passion for education, he starts a school in his own home. The Alsagoff Arab School is established in 1912 — today, it is the oldest Islamic school in Singapore.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated boo...

Edwin Tessensohn enjoys playing cricket and tennis and becomes the president of the Singapore Recreation Club. But he does not just have fun and play games. Among his many achievements, Tessensohn helps establish the Eurasian Association, serves on the Municipal Commission, and is appointed to the Legislative Council of the Straits Settlements. For his contributions to society, Tessensohn Road is named after him.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant la...