SINGAPORE – Teaching your kids about sustainability can often feel too serious. But it does not have to be.
From museum programmes curated for children to nature camps to a new quiz book, the June school holidays offer fun ways for parents to raise eco-conscious kids.
The latest edition of Children’s Season, for instance, is anchored on the theme of sustainability. Running from May 30 to June 28, the festival features free and ticketed activities across 21 museums and institutions.
“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 released in time for the school holidays is a new book, Quiz Champs: Tackling Climate Change With Biogirl MJ, written by science teacher-turned-content creator Kong Man Jing.
Kong is best known as Biogirl MJ, the energetic host behind Just Keep Thinking, a science and nature education channel across 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 concepts early, she believes children can better grasp how their daily actions impact the environment and society.
“They also develop empathy, problem-solving skills and a stronger sense of responsibility towards their communities and the natural world,” she adds.
Here are holiday activities to keep your kids entertained and engaged while learning how to protect Earth.
The Wetland Wanderers’ camp takes children on an adventure around Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and Kranji Marshes.
PHOTO: OUTDOOR SCHOOL SINGAPORE
Where does water come from and where does it go? Why is it important to save this resource? Growing up with a clean, endless supply at the turn of a tap, your children may not realise Singapore is one of the world’s most water-stressed nations.
The Water Trekkers holiday camp aims to help them cultivate responsible water habits and learn to keep waterways clean and sustainable.
During the three-day programme, kids will investigate the canals and streams at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and Sembawang Park with the guidance of experienced instructors.
This is one of many nature-based camps organised by Outdoor School Singapore, which was started by pre-school operator NTUC First Campus in 2019.
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