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Christmas is here, and we have a whole bunch of Christmas-themed fun activities for you at the libraries this December!

Spread the yuletide cheer with some crafty fun over 12 Days of Christmas! Design unique hand puppet to play with your family, or do some festive scrapbooking based on Christmas stories. Check out the programme listings on page 7.

Could your home do with some Christmas decor? Listen to enchanting Christmas stories and then create your own little Christmas tree using recycled old magazines (page 10). Or build a homemade Christmas snow globe from a plastic bottle (page 5).

Of course, what’s Christmas without a good Christmas story? Grab mum and dad and huddle around for our Read and Bond: Mummy, Daddy & Me Christmas specials, A Christmas Story and Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Is Here! Take your pick from our bumper crop of story and craft sessions on pages 18 and 19.

Have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year!

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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 [email protected]

with [programme title – library] as the subject.

GuIDED DRAMATIzATIon of SToRyBook 1 & 9 December, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Swordfish Room

Read a story, and then with some help from our facilitators, let your imagination run wild and bring the story to life on stage! Step into a world where theatre and paper collide in this workshop for children aged 7 to 10.

[JRL LIvE!] SToRIES CoME ALIvE Co-CREATIon6, 13 & 20 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme zone

Apply basic speech and drama skills to bring your story from page to stage in this discovery journey on theatre! Participants will also get to perform as different characters from storybooks in this 4-session workshop. For children aged 10 to 12.

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[ART fRESCo] MuSICAL MADnESS!6 December, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room

Ever dreamed of being a conductor or wondered what it's like to be a musician? Let CLARQuinet, an independent clarinet ensemble, introduce your child to a variety of woodwind instruments such as the saxophone, flute and clarinet in this hands-on music workshop. For parent-child pairs with children aged 6 to 12. Each registration is for 1 parent-child pair.

[ART fRESCo THEATRE CLuB] THE STonEMASon 12 December, 11.00 am – 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm (repeat)Woodlands Regional Library, Auditorium

Art Fresco Theatre Club presents to you The Stonemason, our first full-scale theatre production! Immerse yourself in the world of theatre and enjoy this lively performance by talented children bringing to life a classic East Asian folk tale.

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SInGAPoRE SounDS @ THE LIBRARIES 5 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme zone12 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall19 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme zone

Enjoy a fun and eclectic music performance with a dash of Singaporean flavour! Join Singapore Sounds, an inter-cultural ensemble, as they share their interpretation of familiar tunes from Singapore’s musical heritage as well as current pop favourites from around the world.

I DAnCE I WAnDER I WonDER 4 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone5 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Auditorium

Join us in this Asian adaptation of “The Little Prince”, and follow our characters in a questacross mountains and rivers. With an innovative mix of narrative, movement, sounds, music, dance and costuming, this joyous theatre experience will transport you into a world of enchantment.

BRInG SToRIES To LIfE 7, 9, 10 & 11 December, 1.00 pm – 2.30 pmBedok Public Library, Multipurpose Room

See a story book on the stage the way you imagine it! Children direct the show in this fun-filled session where the story of “The Velveteen Rabbit” is acted out on stage by talented actors. For children aged 5 to 8 years.

CREATIn DAnCE5 & 19 December, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Swordfish Room

This fun-filled, innovative workshop is designed to introduce children to modern dance and creative movement. With a focus on experiential learning, this 4-session programme will teach children creative expression by being more aware of their body movements. For children aged 4 to 7. Participants must commit to at least 3 out of 4 sessions.

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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.

STAGE 14, 15, 16 & 17 December, 1.00 pm – 2.30 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room

Learn to appreciate poetry through dance and theatre! This 4-session workshop aims to teach children basic dance, movement and theatre skills to assist them in creating performances pieces with poetry. For children aged 7 to 12. Participants should try to attend at least 3 out of 4 sessions.

MAkE youR oWn HAnDy CoLouR WHEEL!1 December, 1.00 pm – 2.30 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

Learn how to recognise primary, secondary and even tertiary colours and how to mix paint like a professional artist. With your colour wheel, you'll never have to worry about what colour to choose when you need to work on a painting for school! For children aged 7 to 11.

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ACTInG ALIvE8 December, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Programme zone

Learn about improvisation, voice, speech, acting and present it in a ‘do-it-yourself' exercise about theatre production! Find out how to bring a script to life, create your own props and costumes and stage a play in this workshop! For children aged 10 to 12.

WALk WITH uS: LET'S ExPLoRE!15 December, 12.00 pm – 6.00 pmToa Payoh Public Library, Programme zone17 December, 11.30 am – 5.30 pmCentral Public Library, Multipurpose Room

Take a walk with ACT 3 Drama Academy, a local Arts company, as they bring you on excursions to local heritage sites such as Arab Street and Haji Lane. Create a story with elements drawn from your tour experience which will be put together in a dramatic piece and presented at the end of the workshop! For children aged 9 to 16.

PuPPETS CoME ALIvE THRouGH READERS THEATRE Co-CREATIon16, 17 & 18 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme zone

Readers’ theatre refers to a group of student-readers speaking the lines and performing their text with a focus on vocal projection, facial expressions and hand gestures. Learn more about the techniques of readers’ theatre in this 4-session workshop and bring stories alive using your own created puppets! For children aged 7 to 12.

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MovIE & kAMPunG CRAfT 6 December, 1.00 pm – 3.30 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Swordfish Room

Enjoy a screening of Kung Fu Panda and bond over craft activities following the film! Movie and Kampung Craft sessions rekindle the joy of hands on creativity, using the values of family films to inspire you to create unique mementos. For families with children aged 6 to 10.

PuPPET Duo3 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Programme zone

Learn how to create puppets using felt and socks! Use yourcreativity to design two unique sock characters and then use them to tell an interesting story! For parent-child pairs, with children aged 6 to 12.

BE A younG uPCyCLER: CHRISTMAS SnoW GLoBE 5 December, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm,Toa Payoh Public Library, Programme zone13 December, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme zone

Create your own winter wonderland this Christmas by making a home-made snow globe using a plastic bottle! For children aged 7 to 12. Participants are encouraged to bring their own 500 ml plastic bottles.

fAnTASTIC PRInTS: LIno PRInTMAkInG4 December, 4.00 pm – 6.00 pmGeylang East Public Library, Activity Room

What are linocuts? How are they different from other types of relief printing? Find out in this library workshop and gain some hands-on knowledge on the art of lino printmaking. Participants get to take home the prints they make as well as keep the linoleum plates forrepeat applications. Strictly for children aged 9 to 12. Sharp cutting tools will be used.

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WACky CLAy BuSTS! 14 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Activity Room

Discover the joys of clay modeling where you get to bring to life what your imagination conjures! Learn the various tools and techniques of clay molding to create human bust sculptures and bring home your very own masterpiece! For children aged 7 to 12 years old.

WALk WITH uS: kAMPunG MASAk MASAk 19 December, 2.00 pm – 6.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme zone

Discover the Gotong Royong culture through hands on activities held at Sustainable Living Kampung in Yishun. Join us on an interactive tour and learn how to make traditional Kampung delights such as kaya and toast! This programme is organised in cooperation with Ground-Up Initiative, a non-profit organisation promoting sustainable living. Each registration is for 1 parent-child pair with children aged 4 to 7. Two-way transportation will be provided.

EMBRoIDERy PARTy!20 December, 11.00 am – 1.00 pm,Ang Mo kio Public Library, Programme zone

Embark on a project to beautify Ang Mo Kio Public Library! Learn simple embroidery from artist Izziyana Suhaimi, and form a fabric mural by contributing embroidered flowers or embroidered wishes for our library! Materials will be provided for the first 40 registered participants, but everyone else is welcome to bring their own materials, hang out at this embroidery party and make friends! Suitable for all ages. Children aged 7 and below must be accompanied by an adult.

fun WITH BATIk PAInTInG 6 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmGeylang East Public Library, Activity Room8 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmBedok Public Library, Programme zone

Find out about the history and wonders of Batik painting and get a hands-on experience with the basic processes of drawing, waxing and dyeing to create your own unique Batik artworks! For children aged 7 to 12.


More exciting art programmes can also be found on our website

or received via our mailing list. To subscribe, pleaase email

[email protected] with the subject “Add me to EDM”.

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GREATEST GIfT IS LovE3 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme zone

Join us at this fun-filled storytelling session to discover the story of The Greatest Gift, an original story shared by our very own librarian. You will also get to make your very own lovable gift bag to bring home!

This programme is limited to 25 children aged 4 - 6 years old.

Children's SpecialsChildren's Specials

LET’S TRAvEL ASIA WITH RICE AnD TEA (SESSIon 3)1 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

Have fun reading and learning with local author Anupa Roy in this special series of 8 workshops for children aged 7 to 12 years old. In this 3rd session of the series, ‘Two leaves and a Bud’, travel with Little Tea around Asia and listen to stories told by Little Tea!

HAnS CHRISTIAn AnDERSEn SPECIALS! 1 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme zone

Join us for a storytelling session featuring classic stories by Hans Christian Andersen such as The Emperor’s New Clothes and The Real Princess! What’s more, you get to design and bring homeyour very own king’s crown or princess wand!


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TRL AnnIvERSARy: CLAy CAkE ToPPERS 5 December, 11.00 am – 1.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Changi Room

It's not a birthday without a cake! Learn to make a cake from clay that you can bring home or give to someone on their birthday! This programme is limited to 20 children aged 5 and above.

InTERACTIvE CHInESE SToRyTELLInG5 December, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

Join us for an interactive Chinese storytelling session where you will get to listen to stories told in Mandarin and participate in fun activities. This programme is free and is suitable for children aged from 6 to 9 years old.

BLAST off InTo ouTER SPACE!5 December, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmGeylang East Public Library, Activity Room

How do you get to the Moon, or even Mars? Why, by taking aspace rocket of course! Join us and learn fun facts about outerspace, planets and moons. Create your own space rocket tobring home too!

This programme is suitable for children 7 - 10 years old and is limited to 25 participants.

MIGHTy, MIGHTy GREEk HERoES4 December, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmClementi Public Library, Programme zone

We all love heroes, but do you know what the ancient Greek heroes were really like? They were heroes not just because they were strong, but because they were clever too! Join us as we uncover legends of various ancient Greek heroes who went on incredible adventures!

This programme is limited to 25 children aged 6 to 10 years old.


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儿童故事乐 MAnDARIn SToRyTELLInG foR CHILDREn5 & 19 December, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmlibrary@chinatown, Programme zone

venue: 儿童区 Children's Section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's programmes and storytelling. Get ready for an entertaining session full of joy and laughter as she takes 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! For children aged 4 - 12 years old.

CHARLoTTE’S WEB PARTy8 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme zone

Spiders may be scary-looking, but Charlotte is one spider with a heart of gold who goes to great lengths to save her new friend, Wilbur the pig. Join us for a storytelling session on amazing spiders and get to create your very own Charlotte.


TRL AnnIvERSARy: TAIko PERfoRMAnCE5 December 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Auditorium

Taiko or Daiko, is a percussive art originating from Japan. In the past, it was used to inspire troops to fight in war, but it has since transformed into a performing art that has spread to different parts of the world. During this performance, seize the opportunity to understand the basics of Taiko drumming, its history and also get a hands-on opportunity to try it out yourself!

THE LITTLE CHRISTMAS TREE10 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

‘Tis the season to be jolly and make Christmas trees! Come join us in this one-hour programme as we listen to Christmas stories and fashion a mini Christmas tree from old magazines! This programme is free and is suitable for children aged from 7 to 10 years old.

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All children have the ability to learn. They learn at their own pace and in different ways. When children are not learning in the typical way at school, parents may find it a challenge to teach them. These children are also at risk of social and emotional difficulties due to their learning differences. This workshop helps parents to identify children who are at risk of learning difficulties, apply strategies to support their children with their learning, and provide a supportive environment for their children to become confident learners.

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.

The speaker, Ms Lim Chun Yi, is a senior occupational therapist at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) Department of Child Development. She works with children with developmental needs and their families at the clinic, homes and schools. She is pursuing her PhD in Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University and is the Vice-President of the Singapore Association of Occupational Therapists (SAOT).

Early Read’s Expert Series:Supporting Children with Learning Difficulties

Date: 5th December 2015, SaturdayTime: 3pm – 4pm

Venue: Woodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone

The eLVeS anD The ShoemakeR 11 December, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone

The drama performance put up by the National University Hospital (NUH) Centre for Hearing Impairment and Language Development (CHILD) is an annual event which provides hearing impaired children (3 - 12) an avenue to showcase their creativity and talent in acting/singing. This year, we will be performing the well-loved ‘The Elves and the Shoemaker’ with a script and props written and made by the children.

All families with children in preschool and primary school are welcome!

Seats are limited.


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SToRIES AnD MoRE!16 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSembawang 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 is happening every 3rd Wednesday of the month!

BABy LAPSIT PRoGRAMME18 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme zone

Join us for 30 minutes of bonding fun with your baby and engage your little one through meaningful play!

Research has shown that from the time they are infants, children learn the patterns of language. Songs and rhymes play an important role in stimulating your baby’s language development. In this session, you will be introduced to simple songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that you can use to interact and bond with your baby at home. These songs and rhymes are especially selected for babies under one, and incorporate gentle swaying and bouncing movements that babies enjoy. Remember to also bring home some books that the librarian will recommend for your little one.

This programme is intended for parents with babies up to 12 months.

SHoW & TELL12 December, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Changi/Simei Room

This workshop provides a great opportunity for parents to learn and exchange tips with one another on how to instil a love for reading in their children. Parents will learn to identify the type of reader their child is and discover an extensive range of resources to encourage each of these unique reader types. Parents will also learn how to create a nurturing reading environment in their home.

LET’S TRAvEL ASIA WITH RICE AnD TEA (SESSIon 4)15 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

Have fun reading and learning with local author Anupa Roy in this special series of 8 workshops specially created for children aged 7 to 12 years old. In this 4th session of the series, ‘Ah! Cha!’, learn the many different names and types of tea in Asia with Little Tea. There will also be a little tea ceremony at the end of the session.

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Holiday Science Specials

Dates: 1 & 4 December 2015Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 pmVenue: Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone, Level 1

Dates: 2 December 2015Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 pmVenue: Woodlands Regional Library, everest Room, Level 4

Dates: 3 December 2015Time: 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmVenue: marine Parade Public Library Programme Zone, Level 2

Back by popular demand! The holiday fun science series by Science Centre Singapore will be bringing you the opportunity to be amazed by the wonders of science. Participate in our thematic activity stations and learn more through engaging hands-on activities.

This programme is recommended for children of age 8 - 12.

Young auThoR CLub 18 December, 4.00 pm – 5.30 pmWoodlands Regional Library, everest Room

Young Author Club (YAC) is an initiative by Janus Education to nurture the creative literary aspirations of young students. Facilitated by experienced mentors in the writing industry, this free workshop aims to discover and inspire Singapore’s next generation of writers and storytellers. During the monthly get-together sessions, participants can exchange ideas about storylines, plots, characters, themes and more. For registration and more details, please email to [email protected] or call 6336 8985.


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PAREnT’S DAy ouT: CREATIvELy uPCyCLED18 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme zone

You would have heard of recycling but have you heard of upcycling? Do you also know that you can upcycle almost anything? Join us as we share with you how to upcycle and create something beautiful out of reused objects and materials. This programme is open to parents and limited to 20 participants.

PuPPET SToRyTELLInGBy Sunny Bunny MonTESSoRI19 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBishan Public Library, Programme zone

Be entertained by the children from Sunny Bunny Montessori as they bring stories alive through puppets! This session will be conducted in both English and Chinese.

THE LITTLE PRInCE - SAHARA SAnDSCAPES22 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme zone

A pilot crashes his plane in the middle of the Sahara desert and meets the little prince. Over the days that they spend in the desert, the little prince tells the pilot fascinating stories of the planets he has visited and people he has met. Join us as we tell some of these stories, and get a chance to create your own Sahara sandscape!


SToRy SPECIAL: JInGLE BELLS!22 December 2015, 7.30 - 8.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Storytelling Corner23 December 2015, 7:30pm - 8:00pmChoa Chu kang Public Library, Activity Room

Merry Christmas! Come celebrate with us during our Story Special as we share with you fun, festive stories!14


Diary Stories1 December, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmLevel 1, Storytelling CornerDo you keep a journal? Join us for a lively look at books that feature the journal or diary format. Pick up some tips about journaling and start scribbling away yourself! Suitable for 8 - 12 year olds.

Greatest Gift is Love3 December, 7.30 pm – 8.30 pmLevel 1, Storytelling CornerJoin us at this fun-filled storytelling session to discover the story of The Greatest Gift, an original story shared by our very own librarian. You will also get to make your very own lovable gift bag to bring home! Limited to 25 children aged 4 - 6 years old.

Chicken Cha Cha Storytimes4 December, 7.30 pm - 8.15 pmLevel 1, Storytelling CornerFrom author Anna Phang and illustrator Debbi P. comes the effervescent character - Chicken Cha Cha. Fall in love with Chicken Cha Cha, Sofie and Fifi as they brave a series of real life issues such as hygiene, responsible pet ownership, and care for the environment! Join us for a fun-filled storytelling and sharing for the young and young at heart.

fairies Come Alive!5 December, 10.30 am – 11.30 amLevel 3, Radin Mas HallPrepare to be enchanted as fairies and other magical creatures come to life in this drama performance by the boys and girls from Cherie Hearts (Depot)!

Library Scavenger Hunt: Who Stole Christmas? 8 December, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmLevel 1, Storytelling CornerA chilling mystery looms as Christmas decorations in the library suddenly go missing! Join us on a hunt for the missing decorations to restore the holiday cheer once again. A special seasonal storytelling session awaits you too!

Limited to 25 children aged 6 - 10 year old.



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RecommendedReading

RecommendedReading

tHE PAPER HOuSEAuthor: Lois PetersonPublisher: victoria: orca Book Publishers, 2012Call no: Junior Lending English PET

Gwen Russell is thrilled that she will be flying to Paris with her family! While they are there to support her brothers for their lacrosse tournament, Gwen and her mum hopes to tour the city when they can. To add further to her excitement, Gwen befriends a local French boy and learns that her favourite band, “Shock Value”, will be performing in Paris for a one-night-only concert! Tickets, however, are sold out except for 3 lucky winners in a scavenger hunt across Paris! As Gwen and her friends embark on a race around the city, Gwen discovers that the best rewards are, in fact, not the free tickets.

For those dreaming of a visit to the City of Lights, this book may be the next best thing!

Contributed by Johan A Rahman

ALViN HO: ALLERGiC tO tHE GREAt WALL,tHE fORBiddEN PALACE, ANd OtHER tOuRiSt AttRACtiONS Author: Lenore LookPublisher: new york: Schwartz & Wade Books, 2014Call no: Junior Lending Simple fiction English Loo Seven-year-old Asian American Alvin Ho is afraid of everything, including germs, strange surroundings and planes! Imagine how bad he must feel when his dad announces that they are visiting their relatives in China! To cope with the trip, Alvin makes a list for everything – from hearty advice on how to survive a 16-hour plane ride to meeting strange relatives and even, to surviving acupuncture treatments!

The latest title in the beloved Alvin Ho series by Lenore Look, the book takes Alvin’s fears to new ‘heights’ as he deals with the long flight and cultural differences in China. Hilarious and unforgettable, the series has been compared to the Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is an easy read for beginner readers.

Contributed by Angela Chen

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tHE CLOudSPOttERAuthor: Tom McLaughlinPublisher: London: Bloomsbury Publishing, 2015Call no: Junior Lending Picture Book English MAC

Meet Franklin, better known as ‘The Cloudspotter', a solitary boy who spends his time spotting not only clouds but exciting adventures in the sky too! One day, a scruffy dog decides to join the Cloudspotter in his explorations. The Cloudspotter, however, doesn’t want to share his adventures and comes up with a plan to rid himself of the dog. Would the Cloudspotter ever learn that some games are even better shared?

A charming book with delightful illustrations, The Cloudspotter touches upon the power of friendship and imagination. Get ready to dive into the picture book and see the sky with a new pair of eyes!

Contributed by Renu Siva

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iNtO tHE GOAL!Author: Caline TanPublisher: Singapore: Bubbly Books, 2012.Call no: Juvenile Lending Singapore English TAn

Robozonic is a super machine that can communicate with humans, animals and plants. It can also transport people from one place to another in twelve seconds. Mabel and Julie are Robozonic’s friends. The story is about how Mabel loses Robozonic and finally gets it back by winning a soccer challenge. In the process, Mabel, Julie and Robozonic meet Uncle Kong, a villain from the future.

I like the book very much because the story is very interesting and adventurous. I also like the characters as they are charming and witty. The adventures that Mabel went through were very exciting.

I would recommend this book to my friends as it is an interesting story. I am sure my friends will enjoy it. For people who like adventure stories, I’m sure they will like this book too.

Contributed by natalie Chua xin Tong, 9 years oldGreendale Primary School, Primary 4

When I am not reading, I am playing with my brother who is 7 years old.

17Looking for more books to read over the school holidays? Just scan this QR code with your phone reader (you can also use the QR reader on the nLB Mobile app) to access our digital booklists for Primary 1 – 6 students!

for parents and children aged 4-6.Limited to 15 parent-child pairs. Admission is free.

Each registration is for one parent-child pair.

R ead and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

R e ad and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

HoW CouLD you, AnAnSI!1 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmAng Mo kio Public Library, Activity RoomJoin us for a session of storytelling featuring classic stories of Anansi, the trickster spider of West Africa. Get a chance to make and bring home your very own spider craft too!

MonSTERS AnD unDERWEAR!1 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBishan Public Library, Activity Room7 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmCheng San Public Library, Activity RoomEver wanted your own pet monster? Come listen to stories about cute monsters, learn how to make your own cute monster, and even design its underwear!

BIG fISH, SMALL fISH3 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library,Everest RoomFishes are beautiful creatures of the ocean. Discover how they find friendship through the simple act of sharing and create your own beautiful fish!

zooM THRouGH SPACE!8 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public Library, Multi-Purpose RoomListen to stories about space adventures and learn how to make your own space rocket!

ARounD THE WoRLD WITH MARGARET READ MACDonALD8 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme zoneEnter a world of magic as we share with you stories told by storyteller extraordinaire, Margaret Read MacDonald! Join us as we create an interesting craft inspired by Margaret Read MacDonald’s stories.

oCEAn CoMMoTIon9 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu kang Public Library,Activity RoomWhat can be found in the deep blue sea? Explore the depths and meet interesting sea creatures from stories that we share! Who knows, you might get to bring one of them home too!

My BEST fRIEnD IS An ELEPHAnT9 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Batok Public Library, Activity Room10 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme zoneJune and August meet in the dark forest one night and become friends. Next day, they discover that they are, in fact, very different. Can you be best friends with someone very different from you? Come and enjoy stories about a lovable elephant, and create your own elephant craft to bring home!18

TRIP, TRAP! TRIP, TRAP! WHo'S THAT TRIP-TRAPPInG ovER My BRIDGE?10 December, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library,Storytelling CornerThe hungry billy goat brothers want to cross the bridge to graze the yummy green pastures. But there is an ugly and mean troll guarding the bridge. Little Billy Goat and his brothers must find a way to trick the troll and cross the bridge. Will they succeed? Join us in this exciting and interactive session and find out how the three clever billy goats outsmart the menacing troll! You will also get to create your very own goat craft.

Huff! & Puff! WITH DRAGonS10 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Activity RoomFire-breathing dragons, flying dragons - find out more about dragons, go on an adventure with them and get a chance to make your very own dragon!

THE BIG TuRTLE 10 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library,Activities RoomEver wonder how the earth came into being? Join us for a storytelling session of how the earth is made. Get a chance to make and bring home a turtle craft too!

A CHRISTMAS SToRy11 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library,Everest RoomChristmas is almost here! Come celebrate Christmas with us through stories and interesting Christmas crafts.

ARE you AfRAID of MonSTERS?11 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library,Children's PlayhouseCalling all brave kids, join us for an hour of fun if you are not afraid of monsters! Learn all about monsters, including making friends with them, and bringing your friend home!

MonSTRouS fun12 December, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pmGeylang East Public Library,Activity RoomAre you thrilled by monsters both scary and cute? Join us as we listen to stories featuring very different kinds of monsters, then unleash your creativity in making your very own monster pop-up card.

Ho Ho Ho! CHRISTMAS IS HERE!15 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library,Programme zoneCelebrate with us this festive season! There'll be sing-alongs and tales from the faraway land of Father Christmas! Learn more about the season of giving and celebration, and bring home your very own mini 3D Christmas tree standee!

DETECTIvE noTEBook18 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library,Children's PlayhouseCreate your own detective notebook to hunt and unlock mysteries! Join us for a fun and exciting 1-hour programme with mysterious stories and craft making.


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JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

Join other parents with young children, and supportyour 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.

3 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Jurong West Public Library, Programme zone

3 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Tampines Regional Library, Children's Playhouse

8 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm yishun Public Library, Activity Room

14 December 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Cheng San Public Library, Activities Room

15 December 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Serangoon Public Library, Programme zone

15 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Bedok Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room

15 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Jurong Regional Library, Programme zone

16 December 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm Clementi Public Library, Programme zone

17 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Marine Parade Public Library, Programme zone

17 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Queenstown Public Library, Programme zone

22 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Geylang East Public Library, Activity Room

29 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room


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 LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bishan Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Wednesday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Merah Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Cheng San Public LibraryEvery 1st Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Clementi Public LibraryMondays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Geylang East Public LibraryEvery 2nd Sunday

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Jurong Regional LibrarySundays

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Jurong West Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Marine Parade Public LibraryEvery 1st Friday

3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Serangoon Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

tampines Regional LibraryEvery 1st Sunday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

toa Payoh Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Woodlands Regional LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Yishun Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Super StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper Storytastic is full of fun.

Learn about anything under the sun. dragons, Robots, Kittens and Whales;

Mysteries, Humour and Adventure tales!

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Bishan Public LibraryThursdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Friday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

toa Payoh Public LibrarySaturdays, 11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday12.00 pm – 12.30 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

Central Public LibrarySundays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Cheng San Public LibraryFridays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 3rd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Serangoon Public LibraryWednesdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st & 2nd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

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tampines Regional LibraryTuesdays, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)**Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bedok Public LibrarySaturdays, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Geylang East Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 3rd & 4th Saturday11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Wednesday8.00 pm – 8.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

Marine Parade Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Friday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

LEGENd:CH - ChineseM – MalayT - Tamil* conducted by our Friends of the Library† includes 30 minutes of personalised book recommendations by librarians

Storytimes

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Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Wednesday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

Woodlands Regional LibrarySaturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 2nd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Yishun Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tuesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Monday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (T)Every 4th Tuesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Sembawang Public Library†Every 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.00 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)*Every 1st Friday4.30 pm – 5.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

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Bukit Batok Public Library Tuesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryEvery 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)*Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Clementi Public Library Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st and 3rd Saturday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong Regional Library Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 1st & 2nd Friday4.00 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 LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong West Public LibrarySaturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Queenstown Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7-10 yrs)Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4-6 yrs) 23

MOLLY, the Mobile Library brings popular books and classic favourites to you. Complete with a service counter, e-Kiosk, book borrowing and returning stations, it’s an experience you wouldn’t want to miss. Join us on MOLLY and indulge in the joys of reading!

MOLLY @ Punggol Oasis(Punggol field Walk Blk 176d)

5 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pmPunggol Oasis RC

MOLLY @ Serangoon North5 December, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pmSerangoon North Ave 4 Blk 542

MOLLY @ Punggol Gardens(Blk 164 Edgefield Plains -service road)

6 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pmPunggol Gardens RC

MOLLY @ Punggol Periwinkle(Punggol Rd Blk 195)

6 December, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pmPunggol Periwinkle RC

MOLLY @ Ang Mo Kio Blk 40412 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Ang Mo Kio Blk 404

MOLLY @ united Square12 December, 1.00 pm – 5.00 pm

United Square Shopping Mall

MOLLY @ Woodlands Ring Rd Blk 65613 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Woodlands Zone 9 RC

MOLLY @ Blk 105 Jalan Rajah 13 December, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Moulmein Rajah Court RC

MOLLY @ Punggol Oasis(Punggol field Walk Blk 176d)

19 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pmPunggol Oasis RC

MOLLY @ Havelock Rd Blk 22B food Court 20 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Bukit Ho Swee Food Court

MOLLY @ McNair Road20 December, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

McNair Road Blk 112

MOLLY @ Yishun Blk 417 27 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Nee Soon East Zone '10' RC

Molly theMobile Library

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BIPLBishan Public Library5 Bishan Place, #01-01 Singapore 579841

CnPLlibrary@chinatown133 New Bridge Road, #04-12 Chinatown PointSingapore 059413

CSPLCheng SanPublic Library90 HougangAvenue 10,Hougang Mall, #03-11Singapore 538766

CTPLCentral Public Library100 Victoria Street, #B1-01 Singapore 188064

EPPLlibrary@esplanade8 Raffles Avenue, #03-01Singapore 039802

oCPLlibrary@orchard277 Orchard Road #03-12 & #04-11 Orchard GatewaySingapore 238858

SRPLSerangoon Public Library23 Serangoon Central, #04-82/83 NEX (Level 4R)Singapore 556083

TPPLtoa PayohPublic Library6 Toa Payoh CentralSingapore 319191

AMPLAng Mo KioPublic Library4300 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 Singapore 569842

SBPLSembawangPublic Library30 Sembawang DriveSun Plaza #05-01Singapore 757713

WRLWoodlandsRegional Library900 South Woodlands DriveWoodlands Civic Centre, #01-03, Singapore 730900

yIPLYishun Public Library930 Yishun Avenue 2,#04-01, Northpoint Shopping CentreSingapore 769098

BBPLBukit Batok Public Library1 Bukit Batok Central Link, West Mall #03-01Singapore 658713

BMPLBukit MerahPublic Library3779 Jalan Bukit MerahSingapore 159462

BPPLBukit PanjangPublic Library1 Jelebu Road,Bukit Panjang Plaza, #04-16/17Singapore 677743

CCkPLChoa Chu KangPublic Library21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4,#04-01/02 Lot One Shoppers’ MallSingapore 689812

CMPLClementi Public Library3155 CommonwealthAvenue West,#05-13/14/15The Clementi MallSingapore 129588

JRLJurong Regional Library21 Jurong East Central 1Singapore 609732

JWPLJurong WestPublic Library60 Jurong West Central 3Singapore 648346 QuPLQueenstownPublic Library53 Margaret DriveSingapore 149297

BEPLBedok Public Library21 Bedok North Street 1 Singapore 469659

GEPLGeylang East Public Library50 Geylang East Avenue 1Singapore 389777

MPPLMarine ParadePublic Library278 Marine Parade Road, #01-02,Marine Parade Community BuildingSingapore 449282

PRPLPasir Ris Public Library1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3,White Sands,#04-01/06Singapore 518457

SkPLSengkang Public LibraryClosed for renovations.Reopens in 2017.

TRLtampines Regional Library31 Tampines Avenue 7Singapore 529620

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