New Malay Language Programme Aims to Make Learning Come Alive for Children at the Zoo

The Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee (MLLPC), in collaboration with the Mandai Wildlife Group, has launched a new pre-school programme, titled Kembara Nusantara, to promote the teaching and learning of the Malay Language through fun-filled activities held at the Singapore Zoo. The programme includes a one-day workshop to guide pre-school teachers to conduct engaging learning journeys and activities and is part of the MLLPC's efforts to make Malay language a living language.

2. Dr Mohamad Maliki Osman, Second Minister for Education and Chairperson of the MLLPC, launched Kembara Nusantara at the Forest Lodge of Singapore Zoo. Dr Maliki delivered a speech on the importance of language learning outside the classroom and equipping teachers with skills to carry out these learning activities. He also visited interactive booths to view Kembara Nusantara resources and activities conducted by pre-school teachers (See Annex for examples of resources).

3. The one-day workshop, conducted by trainers from Mandai Wildlife Group at the Singapore Zoo, equips pre-school teachers with the relevant knowledge and skills to engage children in the learning of Malay language using activity kits and supplementary readers. The workshop also provides teachers with tips on how they can encourage parents to be involved in teaching the language when they join their children on the learning journey. To date, more than 80 pre-school teachers have attended Kembara Nusantara.

4. For more information on Kembara Nusantara, please visit the MLLPC's website (https://www.mllpc.sg).