Book Lovers Day, celebrated on August 9th, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to everyone who enjoys reading.
This day encourages people of all ages to appreciate the joy and adventure that books bring into our lives.
Join us in celebrating Book Lovers Day from 8 – 11 August 2024! Immerse yourself in a day full of exciting activities where we dive into the ‘magic’ and science behind well-loved books.
Test your skills as a mythical beast explorer, create secret messages and learn survival skills for thrilling adventures out in the wild. There’s even a cozy reading corner where you can explore a variety of books donated by fellow book lovers.
Don't miss out on Molly, National Library Board's mobile library bus, as she will be dropping by too!
Activity
- Mythical Beast Explorer - Explore the mythological creatures present in our well-loved books and the history behind them.
- Secret Scrolls - Hidden maps and scrolls are crucial for exploration and communication in fantasy novels. Create your very own secret messages using the power of science!
- Nature's Feast or Foe - In survival-based books, being able to forage wisely is essential. Put your survival skills to the test with an identification game.
- Match the Tweet - In the “Hunger Games” series, being resourceful in the wild was important. Therefore, mockingjay birds became an important mode of communication. Pick up survival tips while testing your knowledge of our local birds and their songs.
- Gift Redemption - Complete at least 3 activities to redeem a prize.
- Reading Corner - Discover well-loved donated books by fellow book lovers.
- National Library Board - Drop by NLB’s beloved mobile library bus (Molly) where you can explore thousands of books on wheels.
(Molly) *Equipped with kid-friendly amenities & wheel-chair accessible*
8 August 2024 at Ecogarden, Hall D
Image Credit: KidsSTOP, by Science Centre Singapore
Age
5–12
Price
Free with SCS Admission Ticket: 0 SGD
Telephone number
+65 6425 2500
Links
https://www.science.edu.sg/visit-us/kidsstop
http://twitter.com/sciencecentresg?lang=en
http://facebook.com/kidsstopsingapore/
Address
Singapore21 Jurong Town Hall Road, Singapore 609433
How to get there?
By Bus
Buses 66, 178, 198 and 335 stop right outside the Science Centre. Other buses serving nearby bus stops include 51, 52, 78, 79, 97, 97e, 98, 98M, 105, 143, 160, 176, 183, 197, 333, 334, 506, 542, and 543.
By MRT train
The nearest MRT station is Jurong East Station, which is on both the East-West Line and the North-South Line. From there, you can transfer to bus 66 or 335, or take a short walk to the Science Centre. KidsSTOP is located next to Science Centre.
Walking from Jurong East Interchange
KidsSTOP is just an 8-minute walk from the Jurong East Bus Interchange/MRT Station:
- Take the covered walkway from the interchange towards Jurong East St 13.
- Cross the street and continue in the same direction, along Block 135.
- Keep going in the same direction until you reach a road intersection.
- KidsSTOP is located next to Science Centre building which is diagonally accross that intersection.