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Play. Learn. Explore. Eat. 50 fun places, chosen by kids for kids. A perfect resource when discussing family travel itineraries.   TIME for Kids gathered nominations ...

A review of the 2019 AFF edition - for kids.   Art as education, art as inspiration, art as interaction, art as mystification, art as entertainment ... it was there in all its ...

We love this article. Here is why.   Because education is - now - more accessible than ever.   "Schools teach you the underlying skills of what to learn, but now in the ...

The Affordable Art Fair 2019 is a month away and their website had an interesting article on why exposure to art fairs benefit children.   SFK brings you a paraphrased ...

Pushpa Venkatraman, compulsive walker - and nature lover - shares her recent discoveries : interesting and detailed facts about the varieties of trees and animal life @ the ...

The title immediately got us curious - what could it be ? And the article made every kind of sense - coming from an instructor from Stanford's Graduate School of Business. It's all ...

Calling bird lovers ... Aabha Hattangadi visits a very 'local', uniquely Singaporean experience in Serangoon. If you are a bird owner or simply enjoy being around birds, ...

If you are wondering how to keep your dog cool & entertained this summer (and be entertained yourself), eleven year old Mythili Ganesh suggests Sunny Heights near Turf ...

A staycation of a different kind, outdoors in Singapore ! Aabha Hattangadi shares her discoveries.     Never camped in a city before? Here's your chance!   In a ...

Anushka Ray discovers an outdoor park with an Ocean theme - the Sea Shell Park.   Living in a country with eternal sunshine has its perks, with most Singaporeans choosing to ...

The colours are familiar as are the symbols, but do you know the back story and what the details mean for the flag and state crest of Singapore ?   When Singapore became a fully ...

I am a passionate writer and view writing as a medium for expressing my thoughts. I also have a budding interest in photography.   I recently moved to Singapore and love ...

Aabha Hattangadi visits Marina Square Mall and discovers Pororo Park, a play area for toddlers with an array of activities to keep them happy and engaged.   The park is best ...

Singapore’s only museum dedicated to the heritage of toys is just perfect for children who want to learn about the growing history of these play figures. Anushka Ray visits. ...

Anushka Ray embraces the National Day pre-celebration @ Marina Barrage and reflects on the Barrage's importance - both its beauty and science - as a location to celebrate ...

Botanic Gardens is notorious for its verdant landscape and lush gardens; it is also known for its wildlife. But did you know over five types of terrapins can be found in Botanic ...

Coding for kids ... make it fun !   The Straits Times of 31 July 2019 carried an article that make us realise how far the changes and emphasis on education today are, from our ...

Craving the sea breeze but tired of the lounging? Singapore's Nestopia is the perfect solution, satisfying all expectations for the adventurous. Maitreyi Sanadhya offers a ...

A mural is any piece of artwork painted or applied directly on a wall, ceiling or other permanent surfaces. A distinguishing characteristic of mural painting is that the ...

Superpark Suntec is a brand-new indoor activity park  (opened in November 2018), and the variety of activities offered with just one admission ticket is unparalleled. ...

Maitreyi visits the carnival @Gateway Arts Festival and discovers a series of fun workshops and activities for kids this July.    Get ready for some fun-filled ...

Shopping Malls in Singapore often offer a complete family treat for families and Mai discovers this new outdoor fun for kids in one.     Take your kids out for a treat this ...

I’m a photography enthusiast and an avid kueh lapis fanatic.   I received my first camera aged seven and since then, I have not stopped pointing it at anything that ...

Nature and mechanics work together to create a beautiful enclosure, as suspended plants slowly rise and fall from the roof. Floral Fantasy is a must for kids who love nature and ...

I have always been passionate about writing. I work in the journalism department of my school's yearbook and Money Matters magazine, I have reviewed novels for the publishing ...

NParks developed and opened The Learning Forest in April 2017 (as a part of the Singapore Botanical Gardens), a century-old 'lost world' filled with giant trees and creatures ...

A recent article by Dr Claire McCarthy in Harvard Health Publishing detailed six reasons why children need to have fun outside, emphasising the benefits of outdoor play. Pushpa ...

Children’s Season Singapore 2019 offers children a slew of new experiences at three heritage centres, the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, the Malay Heritage Centre and the ...

"So much more of a place can be experienced when you walk rather than drive - wisdom a sherpa guide shared during my recent trip to Sikkim". Pushpa Venkataraman, aka the ...

I am a trained pre-school and elementary school educator turned serendipitous hiker who loves to travel, meet people and experience various cultures.  My number one passion ...

Ananth Subramanian has a special take on summer in Singapore - an 11 year-old's perspective that will resonate with many kids buzzing with adrenaline and that need for speed ! ...

Malavika Nataraj, mother of two under-fives (who are fast growing up and moving on) ponders the eternal conundrum that faces mothers everywhere … Having missed International ...

SingaporeforKids teamed up with Goose Infiniti, Snakeweed Studios and the combined talent pool of kids in Singapore to create our first jingle. A big thank you to all - Sameer ...

A teacher's perspective is not often available, and when it is, it makes for interesting reading ! Over the last 25 years, I have taught at seven schools in seven countries – from ...

Slides, sky nets, mazes and a green natural environment with play and leisure activities that are traditionally conducted outdoors - brought indoors - to be enjoyed by people of ...

For history buffs, the curious, the explorer and those who want to know - and experience - this is the place, with something for everyone - included augmented reality trails ! Think ...

Parties with Personalised Fun.   Oversees the set up, organisation and supervision of parties, with fun, engaging and age-appropriate games. A wide choice of party ...

Bloop balls are light, filled with air and provide a 'full contact sport' party game, requiring about 10 players, for an hour's duration.   Suitable for open areas = parks, ...

Art workshops conducted by Isabelle.   Artist Isabelle Desjeux‘s studio in Singapore offers art workshops for children as young as 5 up to adults, and also runs regular ...

Entertainment for kids' birthday parties and children's events. A one-stop party solutions from decorations to entertainment.   WEB ...

Mad Science have Camps down to a science!   Mad Science camps give kids the opportunity to learn and experience Science through interactive and hands-on activities, making ...

A Children’s Events & Party Planning company with talented performers and party hosts to enchant children and capture their imagination.    Fizazzle specialises ...

With its new digital features - AR and VR - the Stamford Arts Center (Waterloo Street) might be the new stomping ground for youngsters and families, transforming the experience of ...

Explorers, nature enthusiasts, bird-lovers, cyclists, photographers, families ... check out the newly opened Coast to Coast Trail.   Singapore at its very best !   ...

Singapore's beloved 'durians' offer a year-long banquet of theater, music, dance, visual arts, film and festivals - over 3,500 performances, 70% of which offer free admission ! ...

When the energy levels are zooming and indoors is the best place to be ! Suggestions on what to do when the weather just won’t co-operate, and the kids are bored ... fun indoor ...

Changi - a destination in itself, apart from being a gateway to Singapore - and recognised and lauded internationally, raises the bar to the stratosphere (literally) with the ...

In this era of uber-customisation, this particular service is of special interest to us whose lives include young children, ageing parents, pets and more.   GrabPet A ...

The Serene Garden, Gardens by the Bay's new (2019) outdoor garden attraction has been inspired by the minimalist concept of Japanese zen gardens. A tranquil 2-hectare space a ...

A visit to any of the WRS Parks is a memorable experience - every time - and it has just become even more special ! Children, adults - all animal and nature lovers - should be delighted ...