"My Little Chingay Float" Children Book
Now available in all four official languages
Last updated on 25 September 2026
Discover the Magic of Chingay: Introducing “My Little Chingay Float”!
Our first-ever Chingay children's illustrated book follows Meena, a young girl determined to build her own Chingay float. Along her journey, she discovers Singapore's vibrant cultural tapestry and teams up with friends from all walks of life - a heartwarming story of hope, diversity, and unity.
Now available in all four official languages, families can enjoy the book in their mother tongue, celebrating Singapore's multicultural heritage.
What Makes This Book Special
Singapore and Malaysia have jointly nominated Chingay onto the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in March 2025. This book helps young Singaporeans understand and cherish this uniquely Singaporean tradition, ensuring its legacy endures. This book is just right for that because it:
Introduces the preschoolers to the history and traditions of Chingay in a fun way.
Highlights how community spirit, diversity, and lending a helping hand can bring people closer and create something truly special.
Sparks wonder in children’s hearts and cultivate appreciation for Singapore’s living heritage – the Chingay Parade.
Ways to Experience ‘My Little Chingay Float’
Download the e-book/audiobook:
Edition | E-book | Audiobook |
|---|---|---|
My Little Chingay Float | ||
我的小小妆艺花车 | https://go.gov.sg/chingaychildrendigitalbook-c (opens in new tab) | |
Kereta Berhias Chingay Saya | https://go.gov.sg/chingaychildrendigitalbook-m (opens in new tab) | |
என் சின்னஞ்சிறு சிங்கே மிதவை | https://go.gov.sg/chingaychildrendigitalbook-t (opens in new tab) |
More Ways to Enjoy the Book
Activity Fun Kit: Packed with colouring pages, puzzles, and creative tasks featuring Meena and her friends, perfect for hands-on fun and learning! Download here (opens in new tab).
Available at Public Libraries: The physical books are also available for borrowing at most public libraries.
My Little Chingay Float | 我的小小妆艺花车 | Kereta Berhias Chingay Saya | என் சின்னஞ்சிறு சிங்கே மிதவை |
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Reading Sessions
Information is correct at time of publication
Date | Venue |
|---|---|
Sat 5 Sep 2026 | Woodlands Library (Open to Public) (English) |
Wed 9 Sep 2026 | Jurong East Library (Open to Public) (English and Chinese) |
Fri 18 Sep 2026 | BPS Cultural Celebrations & Family Day (Chinese, Malay and Tamil) |
Sat 19 Sep 2026 | KAKS Mid-Autumn Celebrations (Open to Public) (Chinese) |
Sat 26 Sep 2026 | Tampines Central Mid-Autumn Carnival (Open to Public) (English) |
Sat 3 Oct 2026 | Tampines Regional Library (Open to Public) (Malay) |
Sun 4 Oct 2026 | PCF Sparkletots Preschool @ Punggol Shore (EY) (English Chinese Malay Tamil) |
Sat 10 Oct 2026 | Toa Payoh Library (Open to Public) (English) |
Sat 24 Oct 2026 | Woodlands Library (Open to Public) (Tamil) |
Sat 7 Nov 2026 | Bedok Library (Open to Public) (English) |
Sat 5 Dec 2026 | Jurong West Library (Open to Public) (English) |
Make an Impact: Become a Chingay Children Book Storyteller!
Do you have a passion for storytelling and a love for our local heritage? Join the Chingay Children's Book Storyteller Programme, supported by the National Heritage Board and Singapore University of Social Sciences, and lead interactive reading sessions at preschools, libraries, and community events - in English or our mother tongue languages. Find out more and sign up here. (opens in new tab)
Partnership
We welcome interested organisations such as preschool operators and reading clubs to conduct reading sessions, sharing the history of Chingay and its values of teamwork, neighbourliness, and cultural appreciation. Register your interest here (opens in new tab).
Our Chingay, Step In!
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