WHY I LIKE WHAT'S UP
From: Soh Pei Yi, Pri 5, Ahmad Ibrahim Primary
I like what's up!! I like to read What's Up because it is so nice and has my friend's favourite star in the newspaper. The star is Justin Bieber in the May 2010 issue. Reading What's Up is like reading a story book! :)
GOOD-BYE, DR GOH
From: Teh Su Hui, Pri 6, Boon Lay Garden Primary
Dr Goh Keng Swee, thank you for the contributions that you made to Singapore. Without you, Singapore would not be what it is now. The peace and stability we enjoy is all because you thought about the future, to prevent war from happening. We owe it all to you. Thank you, Dr Goh.
From: Teh Su Hui, Pri 6, Boon Lay Garden Primary
Dr Goh Keng Swee, thank you for the contributions that you made to Singapore. Without you, Singapore would not be what it is now. The peace and stability we enjoy is all because you thought about the future, to prevent war from happening. We owe it all to you. Thank you, Dr Goh.
JUSTIN BIEBER
From: Alice Ang Hui Xin, Pri 6, Kranji Primary
At first, I did not even know who Justin Bieber was. When all the Kranji Primary Choir members were in the bus after the SYF, they sang Baby. It sounded nice. So when I got home, I searched Youtube for the song. I then realised that Justin Bieber's voice sounded like a girl’s! I was soon addicted to the song. The song became my sms ringtone. Not long after, at my best friend's party, another friend introduced the song, Eenie Meenie, to me. She started singing. Then, gradually, other friends started singing, too. Due to its catchy tune, I was soon addicted to the song as well. Being a famous person means you pay a price. I'd rather be an ordinary girl that only my friends will be concerned about than a famous person about whom everyone wants to know every single detail.
From: Alice Ang Hui Xin, Pri 6, Kranji Primary
At first, I did not even know who Justin Bieber was. When all the Kranji Primary Choir members were in the bus after the SYF, they sang Baby. It sounded nice. So when I got home, I searched Youtube for the song. I then realised that Justin Bieber's voice sounded like a girl’s! I was soon addicted to the song. The song became my sms ringtone. Not long after, at my best friend's party, another friend introduced the song, Eenie Meenie, to me. She started singing. Then, gradually, other friends started singing, too. Due to its catchy tune, I was soon addicted to the song as well. Being a famous person means you pay a price. I'd rather be an ordinary girl that only my friends will be concerned about than a famous person about whom everyone wants to know every single detail.
DO STUDY HARD
From: Zakaria, Pri 4, Rulang Primary
Studies are very important as they help us improve our exams. You can also speak better English by using dictionaries. Studies help us to get great jobs. Then, our parents can rest and not have to work. So, study well so that you can do all this and make your parents proud and happy to see the smile on your teacher's face.
From: Zakaria, Pri 4, Rulang Primary
Studies are very important as they help us improve our exams. You can also speak better English by using dictionaries. Studies help us to get great jobs. Then, our parents can rest and not have to work. So, study well so that you can do all this and make your parents proud and happy to see the smile on your teacher's face.
OUR NEW SOUVENIRS
From: Pooja Jayaraman, Pri 3, Keming Primary
In "Singaporean souvenirs, old and new" (May-June 2010), I think that the new types of souvenirs are nice and also useful, like the shopping bag with the merlion pictures. Tourists can use the shopping bag when they go shopping. It contains a picture of the merlion and it has the technique for folding plastic bags into a handy triangle for easy storage.
From: Pooja Jayaraman, Pri 3, Keming Primary
In "Singaporean souvenirs, old and new" (May-June 2010), I think that the new types of souvenirs are nice and also useful, like the shopping bag with the merlion pictures. Tourists can use the shopping bag when they go shopping. It contains a picture of the merlion and it has the technique for folding plastic bags into a handy triangle for easy storage.
MASCOT PARADE
From: Ridhun Gopi, Pri 3, West Grove Primary
I refer to the article "Mascot Parade" (April 2010). The characters are amusing and they have meaning. The names are also amusing, such as; Water Wally, Captain Green, Lyo, Merly, Sharity, Singa the Lion and Little Durian Star. The character I like is Sharity elephant. He is caring and sharing and that is his motto. The next character I like is Captain Green as he is cute. He is also a clean and green frog for Singapore. The rest of the characters, I like equally. I sure do like these buddies! I hope that Singaporeans will really try to take action against what is happening nowadays.
From: Ridhun Gopi, Pri 3, West Grove Primary
I refer to the article "Mascot Parade" (April 2010). The characters are amusing and they have meaning. The names are also amusing, such as; Water Wally, Captain Green, Lyo, Merly, Sharity, Singa the Lion and Little Durian Star. The character I like is Sharity elephant. He is caring and sharing and that is his motto. The next character I like is Captain Green as he is cute. He is also a clean and green frog for Singapore. The rest of the characters, I like equally. I sure do like these buddies! I hope that Singaporeans will really try to take action against what is happening nowadays.
From: Ward Ong Yi, Pri 5, Nanyang Primary
The article "Mascot Parade" (April 2010) is a very meaningful article and I feel that all the mascots are very lovely. Each mascot symbolises different aspects that we all should take note of. My favourite mascots are Captain Green and Sharity Elephant. I think that the world’s toughest challenge now is global warming. Everyone should do our part to save the earth by not wasting paper and use both sides of it, recycle materials and pick up litter if we want to live in a peaceful and clean environment. As for Sharity, I think that helping the less fortunate is very important as not everyone is as fortunate as we are. When Sharity Elephant came to my school and taught us about sharing and caring for one another, I felt that although I only live in a 4-room HDB flat, I am still more fortunate than those who do not have homes. We all should make an effort to donate as much money as possible.
The article "Mascot Parade" (April 2010) is a very meaningful article and I feel that all the mascots are very lovely. Each mascot symbolises different aspects that we all should take note of. My favourite mascots are Captain Green and Sharity Elephant. I think that the world’s toughest challenge now is global warming. Everyone should do our part to save the earth by not wasting paper and use both sides of it, recycle materials and pick up litter if we want to live in a peaceful and clean environment. As for Sharity, I think that helping the less fortunate is very important as not everyone is as fortunate as we are. When Sharity Elephant came to my school and taught us about sharing and caring for one another, I felt that although I only live in a 4-room HDB flat, I am still more fortunate than those who do not have homes. We all should make an effort to donate as much money as possible.
BRING PEACE BACK TO THAILAND
From: Sarah Binte Zainal, Pri 6, Changkat Primary
What has happened to Thailand? The "red" shirts are doing what they think is necessary to get what they want and the army isn't giving it to them. So, both parties are trying to win this situation in their own way. But, they think violence is the only way to solve this problem. There are other ways to solve this devastating problem! If I were the leader of the protesters, or maybe even Mr Abhisit, I would settle this matter with less violence and actions that would not affect the people around me. I find myself thinking about the innocent people who were "accidentally" shot and the people who are dying right now in the country; suffering from the injuries of this battle. I hope they realise this and settle down and peace comes back. But now, 'peace' there is wandering somewhere, unable to find its 'home'.
From: Sarah Binte Zainal, Pri 6, Changkat Primary
What has happened to Thailand? The "red" shirts are doing what they think is necessary to get what they want and the army isn't giving it to them. So, both parties are trying to win this situation in their own way. But, they think violence is the only way to solve this problem. There are other ways to solve this devastating problem! If I were the leader of the protesters, or maybe even Mr Abhisit, I would settle this matter with less violence and actions that would not affect the people around me. I find myself thinking about the innocent people who were "accidentally" shot and the people who are dying right now in the country; suffering from the injuries of this battle. I hope they realise this and settle down and peace comes back. But now, 'peace' there is wandering somewhere, unable to find its 'home'.
A LESSON FROM BANGLADESH
From: Chloe Chua Rui Lin, Pri 5, Changkat Primary
After reading the article "Bangladesh’s schools of hope" (May-June 2010), I felt that children in Singapore are a lot more fortunate than the ones in Bangladesh as every child in Singapore is treated fairly. We are all given a fair chance to be educated. This article allows me to understand that not everyone is as lucky as us. Many Singaporeans' biggest problem is whether to buy a new Sony Ericsson hand phone or a Nokia one, whereas Madam Tajmohal's - who lives in Bangladesh - biggest concerns are getting a decent meal for her family and how to provide for the future.
From: Geraldine Lee, Pri 5, Changkat Primary
After reading the article "Bangladesh’s schools of hope" (May-June 2010), I feel that every child should be given equal opportunity to study and prove their abilities. Since part-time attendance allows children to leave the centre when necessary, their parents should agree to let them have this chance. We should all learn from Jannatul’s attitude towards studying. She has the fighting spirit, is diligent and is willing to work harder than others to achieve something. Although working in the fruit stall has already used up most of her time, she still persists on going to school. Unlike Jannatul, some fortunate children like us are reluctant to report to school due to its long duration and needing to wake up early for it. All of us should treasure our education system because not all children are lucky enough to have the opportunity to study.
From: Chloe Chua Rui Lin, Pri 5, Changkat Primary
After reading the article "Bangladesh’s schools of hope" (May-June 2010), I felt that children in Singapore are a lot more fortunate than the ones in Bangladesh as every child in Singapore is treated fairly. We are all given a fair chance to be educated. This article allows me to understand that not everyone is as lucky as us. Many Singaporeans' biggest problem is whether to buy a new Sony Ericsson hand phone or a Nokia one, whereas Madam Tajmohal's - who lives in Bangladesh - biggest concerns are getting a decent meal for her family and how to provide for the future.
From: Geraldine Lee, Pri 5, Changkat Primary
After reading the article "Bangladesh’s schools of hope" (May-June 2010), I feel that every child should be given equal opportunity to study and prove their abilities. Since part-time attendance allows children to leave the centre when necessary, their parents should agree to let them have this chance. We should all learn from Jannatul’s attitude towards studying. She has the fighting spirit, is diligent and is willing to work harder than others to achieve something. Although working in the fruit stall has already used up most of her time, she still persists on going to school. Unlike Jannatul, some fortunate children like us are reluctant to report to school due to its long duration and needing to wake up early for it. All of us should treasure our education system because not all children are lucky enough to have the opportunity to study.
CHILDRENS WORKING AS SLAVES
From: Jasmine Chin, Pri 5, North Spring Primary
I refer to the article "Chocolate is no fun in some countries" (April 2010). I sympathise with the children who were forced to work on cocoa farms instead of being allowed to study. I cannot imagine the harsh life of an adult slave but a child slave…? Children are not grown-ups. They cannot undertake the living conditions and work long hours without being paid. If I were one of the child slaves, hungry for food, I would attempt to escape even though I would be severely punished. I would rather be punished than to endure being treated cruelly. These children may become socially withdrawn and may lose hope. Adults are wrong to get children to do heavy farm work when they themselves are enjoying life. Slave traders are cruel people who take advantage of too trusting parents. I hope that the International Labour Organization will be able to stop slavery. From now on, I will buy chocolates only with a “Fairtrade” label for my family and friends during special occasions like Chinese New Year. Let us all do our part to ban child slavery.
From: Jasmine Chin, Pri 5, North Spring Primary
I refer to the article "Chocolate is no fun in some countries" (April 2010). I sympathise with the children who were forced to work on cocoa farms instead of being allowed to study. I cannot imagine the harsh life of an adult slave but a child slave…? Children are not grown-ups. They cannot undertake the living conditions and work long hours without being paid. If I were one of the child slaves, hungry for food, I would attempt to escape even though I would be severely punished. I would rather be punished than to endure being treated cruelly. These children may become socially withdrawn and may lose hope. Adults are wrong to get children to do heavy farm work when they themselves are enjoying life. Slave traders are cruel people who take advantage of too trusting parents. I hope that the International Labour Organization will be able to stop slavery. From now on, I will buy chocolates only with a “Fairtrade” label for my family and friends during special occasions like Chinese New Year. Let us all do our part to ban child slavery.