Engage children with our original publications, including e-books that you can download for free.
Lifting Half the Sky
Published by The Nutgraf
2023
Lifting Half The Sky celebrates the achievements and contributions of 13 special Singaporean women. From sustainability to tech, from healthcare to construction, they are all standard-bearers in their industries. But their journeys to the top did not come easy.Â
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This book, which commemorates International Womenâs Day 2023, details the difficulties, commemorates the accomplishments and charts the journey of these women. All in the hope that it will inspire the next generation and beyond.
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Indy's Diary
Written by Josephyne Ho
2021
See the world through the eyes of pre-schooler India âIndyâ Rose Eaton, who has undergone many surgeries due to a genetic disorder.
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Indyâs Diary journals the first six years of Indy as she puts up a strong front as all brave children do. Retold by her pre-school principal Josephyne Ho, Indyâs Diary is a good read for all who seek strength and encouragement when faced with life challenges.
Respectful Parenting
Written by Dr Tina Stephenson-Chin
2021
Respectful Parenting introduces parents to an approach that believes in treating all children with respect in all situations. This book will share easy-to-implement strategies and tools to use with children aged 2 to 7.
Tourette Syndrome and Me
Written by Josephyne Ho
2021
Tourette Syndrome and Me is illustrated and co-written by Zachary, a young boy with Tourette Syndrome. Through this book, he hopes to help other children understand and celebrate people with different abilities.
The Magic of Manners
Written by Renee Sim
2020
The Magic of Manners reveals the magic of words such as Hello, Please, Thank You and Sorry. Suitable for children aged 1 to 5, this charming hardcover book about manners is perfect for reading aloud.
A New Virus Has Arrived
Written by Amanda Cho
2020
A New Virus Has Arrived explains how Covid-19 affects us and what we can do to protect ourselves in an easily understandable way.
The Language Of Kindness
Written by Amanda Cho
2020
The Language Of Kindness highlights the silent heroes and frontliners of the pandemic, and how we can do small things with great love.
Super Sleuths
Written by Amanda Cho
2020
Super Sleuths is dedicated to the efforts of Singaporeâs contact tracing team. It includes facts on how the virus spreads, and what terms like âSocial Distancingâ and âquarantineâ mean.
âI once knew a boy who had it, and of course, others werenât so tolerant towards his condition. I really think this book is such a beautiful way to create awareness of Tourette Syndrome and teaches others to understand it better.â
Review of Tourette Syndrome and Me by Jane Surin
âMany of our preschool students with handicaps have been advised to stay at home, and we were looking for age-appropriate information materials for Covid-19. We want to express our gratitude, for giving us the access to this informative, educational and optimistic ebook A Virus has Arrived and we share the same commitment that âall children deserve to knowâ.â
Review of A New Virus Has Arrived by Dr Christalena Kattami, Director of Psychology Department, ELEPAP - Rehabilitation For the Disabled
Three free Covid-19 e-books developed by ECF
Our three Covid-19 childrenâs books earned a mention in a report about books inspired by the pandemic by the Straits Times.
Home learning kits and books for Covid-19 make local news
The Straits Times reported on efforts by pre-schools and ECF to encourage learning from home during the pandemic.