Out & About in Singapore 2

This book introduces young readers to the many outdoor spaces in the city through the hand-drawn illustrations of artist William Sim. It starts out with the vision of the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew and his idea for a city in nature and how Singapore came to be known as the Garden City. This is followed by practical and safety tips for readers who are planning to go on nature outings. In the midst of outings to all these places, readers will also gain insights into the greening of Singapore. Plus there are related craft activities as well for a bit of fun. This book is for children between 7 and 12 years old.

Melanie Lee is a writer and lecturer from Singapore. She is the author of the award-winning picture book series The Adventures of Squirky the Alien. She is also the author of Out and About in Singapore, and Imaginary Friends: 26 Whimsical Fables for Getting on in a Crazy World. William Sim is a graduate of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. He has experimented with various media and exhibited his works regionally. He is also the illustrator behind the popular Colouring the Lion City series as well as Botanical Singapore.