SmartKids Asia is back from
17th to 19th March 2017 at
Singapore Expo Hall 6 for its sixth installation since it started in 2012.
This year,
SmartKids Asia partners The Straits Times Schools team to introduce two new additions
to the educational event. The Strait Times Young Storymakers Camp which is a two-day camp and is built on the idea of bringing young explorers back in time, and into the shoes of a war
reporter. Participants from ages nine to 12 will get to walk through Singapore’s rich
history, and learn news reporting techniques from The Straits Times journalists. Also making its debut is The Straits Times Parenting Masterclasses – a two-day
seminar for parents to learn and discuss parenting tips from experts such as Sha-En
Yeo, a positive psychology coach and award-winning author. The News-in- Education
specialists from The Straits Times Schools Team will also discuss how news stories are
useful resources for imparting character education and English language skills to pupils.
In partnership with National Library Board, the event will unveil SmartKids Asia
Storyland for the first time. For three days, this segment will showcase timeless
classics in the form of theatrical plays and storytelling from Goldilocks & The Three
Bears, Little Red Riding Hood to Hansel & Gretel, and more.
Pororo Park Singapore, the Official Play Partner of SmartKids Asia 2017, will also be a
part of SmartKids Asia Storyland presenting a rendition of Jack & The Beanstalk
featuring its main character, Pororo The Penguin.
Other activities to look forward to:
Meet & Greet sessions
SmartKids Asia will bring forth two sets of popular characters: My Little Pony featuring
Apple Jack, Twilight Sparkle and Rainbow Dash; and Pororo & Friends featuring
Pororo, Krong and Petty for three days of performances and Meet & Greet sessions.
Free Trial Classes
Three days of trial classes from educational and enrichment providers will happen from
10am to 8pm daily. The programmes are tailored for ages 2 – 12 years old,
encompassing English, Maths, Science, technology, arts and more. Registration is
available here.
Daily Stage Activities
A comprehensive set of stage segments from various exhibitors encompassing
education, the arts and sports at SmartKids Asia.
SmartKids Asia Activity Area
The Activity Area will have hands-on activities specially crafted for parents and children
ages 3 to 7. Parents can look forward to arts and crafts activities such as puppet-
making, cake-pop making and printmaking from partners such as Playeum, and
Spurbox.
Daily Lucky Draws with prizes worth more than $10,000
Visitors will be entitled to one chance in the lucky draw with every receipt of purchase.
Happening daily at 7.30pm, $10,000 worth of prizes will include a family suite at Amara
Sanctuary Resort worth $2,800, family passes to Bounce Singapore and many more.
Goodie Bag Giveaway (Worth up to $50)
With a total of 1,500 goodie bags to be given away, registrants are to redeem the
Goodie Bags at the event from 10am onwards. Participants can reserve a goodie bag
through pre-registration on SmartKids Asia Facebook page or be the first 200 to queue
at the door.
SmartKids Asia’s Fun Passport
The Fun Passport is an interactive activity for children of all ages. Participants are to
complete activities from different pit stops held at various booths. Completion of the Fun
Passport entitles one to spin the prize wheel with exclusive prizes up for grabs.
SmartKids Asia Talent Time
As a new stage segment, Talent Time is open to children from all walks of life to display
skills and talents in the areas of dancing, singing, and playing an instrument for the
coveted title of SmartKids Asia Talent Time champion. The top participants will walk
away with prizes worth more than $1,000 in total. Registration is available here.
SmartKids Asia Art Contest
In partnership with The Dim Sum Place, a new F&B joint by the creators of The Ramen
Stall, the art competition caters to children ages 9 – 12 to showcase their creativity at SmartKids Asia. The top 10 winners will walk away with retail vouchers from The Dim
Sum Place worth more than $500 and more. Registration is available here.
Stabilo Junior Colouring Contest
SmartKids Asia and Stabilo is introducing a Colouring Contest for children in the
younger age group of 5 to 8 years old. Happening on all three days, the winners of the
contest will walk away with prizes worth more than $500 in total. Registration is
available here.
SmartKids Village
In collaboration with partners such as MARIGOLD UHT Milk, the SmartKids Village
offers complimentary snacks and drinks to children of all ages. The complimentary
foods will be available at varying timeslots throughout the day. Limited quantities will be
available each day.
