Sustainable enjoyable: June faculty vacation actions to maintain children busy whereas studying to avoid wasting the earth

SINGAPORE – Teaching your children about sustainability can typically really feel too critical. But it doesn’t must be.

From museum programmes curated for kids to nature camps to a brand new quiz ebook, the June faculty holidays provide enjoyable methods for folks to boost eco-conscious children.

The newest version of Children’s Season, as an example, is anchored on the theme of sustainability. Running from May 30 to June 28, the competition options free and ticketed actions throughout 21 museums and establishments.

“By encouraging children to learn about sustainability in fun and engaging ways, we hope to spark a sense of curiosity in them to discover their crucial role in saving planet Earth,” says Ms Asmah Alias, director of galleries, exhibitions and museums at HeritageSG, a subsidiary of the National Heritage Board which organises immersive museum and heritage experiences.

“In sowing the seeds of care today, we believe that our children will emerge as resourceful guardians of our future.”

Also launched in time for the college holidays is a brand new ebook, Quiz Champs: Tackling Climate Change With Biogirl MJ, written by science teacher-turned-content creator Kong Man Jing.

Kong is greatest often called Biogirl MJ, the energetic host behind Just Keep Thinking, a science and nature schooling channel throughout YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.

“Children are inheriting the future of our planet, so climate change will directly shape the world they grow up in – from food security and public health to biodiversity and extreme weather events,” Kong tells The Straits Times.

“But rather than approaching the topic through fear, I believe it is important to help children understand that they can also be part of the solution.”

By introducing these ideas early, she believes kids can higher grasp how their each day actions affect the atmosphere and society.

“They also develop empathy, problem-solving skills and a stronger sense of responsibility towards their communities and the natural world,” she provides.

Here are vacation actions to maintain your children entertained and engaged whereas studying easy methods to defend Earth.

Where does water come from and the place does it go? Why is it necessary to avoid wasting this useful resource? Growing up with a clear, limitless provide on the flip of a faucet, your kids could not realise Singapore is likely one of the world’s most water-stressed nations.

The Water Trekkers vacation camp goals to assist them domesticate accountable water habits and study to maintain waterways clear and sustainable.

During the three-day programme, children will examine the canals and streams at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and Sembawang Park with the steering of skilled instructors.

This is one in all many nature-based camps organised by Outdoor School Singapore, which was began by pre-school operator NTUC First Campus in 2019.

Separately, its Wetland Wanderers programme takes kids on an journey round Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and Kranji Marshes. While exploring the mangrove ecosystem, they will spot wildlife equivalent to tree-climbing crabs, mudskippers and maybe even crocodiles.

This camp additionally builds teamwork and problem-solving abilities as they crack clues to find hidden wildlife and crops throughout a scavenger hunt.

Both three-day actions are advisable for kids aged seven to 9. Each camp prices $381.50 inclusive of GST and runs from 9am to 3pm each day throughout numerous dates in June. Some periods have already offered out. Find out extra at str.sg/66aK

Quiz time: Only bushes can take up carbon dioxide – true or false? Do you realize what “greenwashing” means? Or what inexperienced corridors are?

These are a number of of the thought-provoking questions packed into the brand new kids’s ebook Quiz Champs: Tackling Climate Change With Biogirl MJ, written by science educator Kong Man Jing.

Better recognized to younger followers as Biogirl MJ, Kong is the host and co-founder of Just Keep Thinking, a science and nature channel throughout YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.

Published by WS Education as a part of the Quiz Champs science collection, the 171-page ebook options questions curated for primary-school kids. Kong aimed for the content material to enrich what they’re already studying of their faculty syllabus.

“As someone who creates environmental education content regularly, I also drew inspiration from common misconceptions and questions frequently raised by young audiences during workshops, school talks and online interactions,” the 32-year-old educator says.

The ebook begins with foundational ideas equivalent to climate, greenhouse gases and ecosystems earlier than progressively introducing extra complicated matters like renewable vitality, biodiversity loss, meals programs and local weather options.

Readers will discover a mixture of codecs, starting from enjoyable info to riddles to multiple-choice, scenario-based and discussion-style questions.

Kong has co-written two science comedian books in The Adventures Of Biogirl MJ collection, additionally revealed by WS Education, with a 3rd instalment within the works.

She provides that local weather duty doesn’t relaxation solely on kids. Adults additionally play an important position in shaping the livelihoods and well-being of future generations. She hopes her quiz ebook “encourages parents and caregivers to reflect on the role they can play in creating a more sustainable future”.

Quiz Champs: Tackling Climate Change With Biogirl MJ is on the market for $12 on Amazon Singapore, with autographed variations obtainable whereas shares final.

Fans may meet Kong at her ebook launch on the Singapore Sustainability Academy in City Square Mall on June 27 from 2 to 3pm. The occasion is free to attend, however resulting from venue capability limits, registration is required through Eventbrite.

Children’s Season is again, inviting younger explorers to step up as Earth’s superheroes by the facility of play.

From hands-on workshops to interactive adventures, its programmes encourage them to think about, create and uncover how small actions could make a giant distinction for the planet.

Jointly introduced by Children’s Museum Singapore (CMSG) and the Museum Roundtable – a collective of museums and heritage galleries established by the National Heritage Board – the third annual version runs from May 30 to June 28, with a deal with sustainability.

Injecting a novel youth perspective into the programmes is the third iteration of the youngsters’s panel. Comprising 25 pupils aged 10 to 11 from Huamin Primary School, the panel collaborated carefully with CMSG and native artists, providing insights and suggestions to assist co-create 4 signature programmes.

Among them is Ms Nat And The Zero Waste Heroes, a play at CMSG on May 30 and 31, and June 5 and 6. Developed by native edutainment firm Ms Nat Learning Exploration, the session challenges children to decrease a “waste-o-meter” by practising eco-friendly habits.

Through storytelling, motion and hands-on actions, it explores meals waste, water conservation and each day sustainable habits.

Also look out for The Four Harmonious Friends, an interactive manufacturing by drama educator Adi Jamaludin on June 19, 20, 26 and 27 at Science Centre Singapore’s interactive studying area KidsStop.

Centring on Peacock, Monkey, Rabbit and Elephant, the efficiency prompts younger audiences to discover methods to champion harmonious and sustainable dwelling.

Tickets to every of the 4 signature programmes price $20 an individual or $64 for 2 kids ages 12 and beneath and two adults.

Children’s Season additionally consists of numerous free actions. One spotlight is Let Loose & Play: Music Makers at National Gallery Singapore’s Keppel Centre for Art Education, occurring from June 11 to fifteen. Drop in anytime along with your children between 10am and 7pm.

Inspired by native artist Tan Ping Chiang’s 1979 mixed-media paintings titled Music, the workshop permits households to discover how totally different supplies produce distinct sounds and switch discarded gadgets into inventive musical instruments.

Check out the total line-up of programmes at bit.ly/childrensseason2026