8 Educational and Fun Activities for Children’s growth and development in Singapore

Grafikanews.com -- Not only as a destination for adults, Singapore also offers a lot of joyful experiences and attractions for children Singapore.

Singapore can be a perfect destination for many family activities that you can do with your children.

There are so many destinations in Singapore that offers special activities for children, so they can learn about art, culture, science, and nature.

Psychological research results, learning art and culture from an early age are known to bring positive things to our children, such as improving their social and language skills, developing their motor skill, and also building their self-confidence.

Meanwhile, children who love to play and learn in nature are more creative and full of imagination. This activity will also teach them about responsibility, and is good for their mental health.

To celebrate this National Children’s Day, here are eight educational activities for children in Singapore, along with the recommendations of the places.

And don’t worry, during pandemic, all these activities follow strict health protocol and guarantee your children’s safety.
Save this list for your next visit to Singapore with your children, so that your vacation could be more memorable and rewarding.

1. Learning science and art at ArtScience Museum

Don’t forget to visit ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands, especially if you come to Singapore with your family.

This is because the museum, which has an iconic lotus-like shape, has 21 galleries in an area of 6.000 square meters.

Future World is the permanent exhibition in this museum, a collaboration with Tokyo-based teamLab, a well-known interdisciplinary arts association.

This exhibition will invite you to experience a new world, which is divided into many themes such as; City in A Garden, Sanctuary, Park, and Space.

ArtScience Museum purposely designed an interactive exhibition for their visitors.

You don’t need to worry if your children want to touch the exhibit materials or playing slides because it’s also part of the exhibition.

This museum also dedicates every Friday as Family Friday. Every purchase of an adult ticket will get a free child ticket, with a maximum of four children under 12 years old.

Before your visit, kindly check ArtScience Museum official website to see which temporary exhibition is available for your family.

Website: https://id.marinabaysands.com/museum.html

Address: Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956

Operational hours: Everyday at 10.00-19.00

Telephone: (+65) 6688 8868

Email: inquiries@marinabaysands.com

How to get to ArtScience Museum: Stop at Bayfront MRT Station, walk 10 minutes.

2. Getting closer with animals at Singapore Zoo

Singapore Zoo is well-known as a family-friendly zoo with a large selection of activities that was designed especially for children.

They can join the Wildlife Tour, a tour that explores the entire zoo in a special open vehicle and a special guide, feeding the animals, and also asking the zookeepers or the animal experts.

Children can also meet and interact with cute animals such as  Asian Small-Clawed Otters, Capybara, Great White Pelican.

There is also a special camp area for children, and team bonding activities so that your children can learn about togetherness and become more friendly with nature.

Website: https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/singapore-zoo.html

Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road Singapore 729826

Operational hours: Everyday at 8.30 - 18.00

Telephone: +65 6269 3411

Email: https://www.wrs.com.sg/en/singapore-zoo/contact-us.html

How to get to Singapore Zoo: Stop at Khatib MRT Station, take the shuttle bus at Mandai Khatib

3. Learn to make ceramics and try painting at National Gallery Singapore

National Gallery Singapore has a special area for children’s activities called the Keppel Centre for Art Education.

This place is where the children can develop their imagination, creativity, and exploration through art.

In total, there are six special areas for children’s activity, divided by what the children can experience. Art Playscape is an area where children can make art from paint. At Ink Studio, children can see how painting robots work.

Studio Workshop is a place where families can do art together. In Project Gallery, where children can use their imagination with the Giant Paddle Sampan sculpture.

In Sculpture Studio, children can learn to make a sculpture with the materials and the tools that have already been provided for visitors.

And the last one, there is Story Corner, where children can listen, dance, and sing with stories and arts that they made in the gallery.

Keppel Centre for Art Education was awarded the Children in Museums Award from European Museum Academy and Hands On! International Association of Children in Museums in 2018.

National Gallery Singapore also regularly organizes the Gallery Children's Biennale (GCB). This year, GCB was held virtually with an exhibition themed “Why Art Matters?”.

In addition to virtual immersive and interactive art exhibitions, GCB also invites children to do fun art activities at home with their families.

The GCB will be held from May 2021 to December 2022 and can be accessed at https://childrensbiennale.com/

Website: https://www.nationalgallery.sg/gallerykids/keppelcentre

Address: 1 St Andrew's Rd, Singapura 178957

Operational hours: Everyday at 10.00 - 19.00

Telephone: +65 6271 7000

Email: info@nationalgallery.sg

How to get to National Gallery Singapore: Stop at City Hall MRT Station, walk for seven minutes

4. Learning about the metamorphosis of a butterfly and playing in the snow at Science Centre Singapore

Learning science becomes more fun at Science Centre Singapore! There are 24 different exhibitions suitable for young children and advanced learners here. In fact, parents can also study with their children here.

The topics of each exhibit vary widely, from learning about kinetic or motion and energy at Kinetic Garden, the metamorphosis of butterflies at Butterflies Up-Close, reflection in Mirror Maze, to learning about dirt or body secretions in Know Your Poo.

Science Centre Singapore is often used as a field trip location by many schools in Singapore.

The study could be ended with fun activities such as playing at Kidstop or playing in the interactive playground, playing with snow at Snow City Singapore area, or even trying to be a ninja in Laser Maze Challenge.

It’s so exciting that maybe one day isn’t enough to explore the whole Science Centre Singapore.

Website: https://www.science.edu.sg/

Address: 15 Science Centre Rd, Singapura 609081

Operational hours: Friday-Sunday from 10.00-13.00, 14.00-17.00 (operational time subject to change)

Telephone: +65 6425 2500

Email: enquiry@science.edu.sg

How to get to Science Center: Stop at Jurong East MRT Station, walk eight minutes

5. Climbing and trying to fly at Forest Adventure

Is your child active and fearless? Then try out the exciting attractions at Forest Adventure. All of the activities here can train their minds, body movement coordination, and time management.

Don’t need to worry, because the safety of all activities here is guaranteed, the activities are divided into categories, all children are given safety equipment, and all participants are accompanied by experienced guides.

Children from the age of five to nine years can take part in the Kids Course, which is divided into 22 challenge tracks and two zip lines.

Meanwhile, children above nine years old can use the Junior Course with 26 challenge tracks and two zip lines, including those that cross the water.

Website: https://forestadventure.com.sg/fun-at-height-for-tweens/

Address: Bedok Reservoir Park, Singapura 479244

Operating hours: Open daily from 09.30-18.00, except Monday from 09.30-14.00

Telephone: +65 8100 7420

Email: booking@forestadventure.com

How to get to Forest Adventure: Stop at Bedok Reservoir MRT Station

6. Researching dinosaurs in Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and Jurassic Mile.

The giant creature, dinosaurs, could be so mesmerizing for children. If your children are fans of dinosaurs, take them to a place that is famous for their dinosaur fossils collection, Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum.

Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is a leading biodiversity museum in Southeast Asia. There are 10.000 specimen collections that divided into 15 interesting zones.

The main attraction here is the three sauropod dinosaur fossils. The condition of this fossil is still 80 percent, it make all visitors who see it feel amazed.

In addition to seeing fossils, children who love dinosaurs can also see dinosaur sculptures that resemble the real ones on the Jurassic Mile. The location is in the Changi Airport area.

Besides seeing the fossils, for children who love dinosaurs at heart can also see dinosaur sculptures that resemble the real ones on the Jurassic Mile. You can find it in the Changi Airport area.

More than 20 dinosaurs with nine different species are exhibited here. This area is perfect to be explored by jogging or cycling. The star here? No one else but Tyrannosaurus Rex, the most famous carnivore. The good news is a ticket free attraction.

Website: https://lkcnhm.nus.edu.sg

Address: 2 Conservatory Dr, Singapore 117377

Operating hours: Open Wednesday-Sunday 10:00-15:30

Phone: +65 6601 3333

Email: nhmvisit@nus.edu.sg

How to get to Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum: Stop at Clementi MRT Station, take SBS Transit Bus 96 to NUS Raffles Hall

Website: https://www.changiairport.com/en/discover/changi-airport-connector/jurassic-mile.html

Address: Airport Blvd., Singapore

Operating hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +65 6595 6865

Email: https://playpass.changiairport.com/#/jurassicmile2020 or using the iChangi app

How to get to Jurassic Mile: Stop at Changi Airport MRT Station, follow signs to HUB & SPOKE and Jurassic Mile

7. Climbing, dancing and gardening at The Art Ground

The Artground in Goodman Arts Centre facilitates a variety of art activities to develop children’s creativity and motor skill.

Here, art exhibitions can even become children’s playgrounds, such as slides or climbing areas.

Every weekend, The Artground also having a variety of activity programs for kids, such as performing arts, storytelling sessions, gardening, and making crafts.

The Artground also has an Artist Incubation program, a place where local artists can connect with children, teachers, and their parent to create a memorable art experience together.

Website: www.theartground.com.sg

Address: 90 Goodman Rd, #01-40 BLK J, Singapore 439053

Operating hours: Open Thursday-Sunday 09.30-17.30 (operational hours subject to change)

Phone: +65 6925 0621

How to get to The Art Ground: Stop at Mountbatten MRT Station

8. Learn about plants and the environment at the Jacob Ballas Children's Garden

Jacob Ballas Children's Garden is the first park in Asia that was dedicated to children and can be visited free of charge, without any entrance fee.
This garden is located in Singapore Botanic Garden, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Children can have an exciting adventure and learn about plants as well as the interrelationships between ecology and living things at this garden.

There are several fun areas for children, such as a suspension bridge and a nature playing area, a trekking trail along the river, a tree house, and a garden area to learn about how to grow crops.

Don't worry if your children feel hungry or thirsty. There are several beautiful nature-themed restaurants and cafes for children to take a rest after having a playful activity under the bright sun.

Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/gardens-parks-and-nature/parks-and-nature-reserves/jacob-ballas-childrens-garden

Address: 481, Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259769. Bukit Timah Core of Singapore Botanic Gardens

Operating hours: Open Tuesday-Sunday 08.00-19.00

Phone: +65 1800 471 7300

Email: www.nparks.gov.sg/feedback

How to get to Jacob Ballas Children's Garden : Stop at Botanic Gardens MRT Station, walk 10 minutes

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