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Aidan MacKay

Aidan MacKay

Student, Canadian International School (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak
    Primary

    [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak

    Rishav Gupta (Author and Illustrator), Lekha Bhattacharjee (Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus)), Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal (Student), Aidan MacKay (Student, Canadian International School ), Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo (Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School)

    What do children read these days? Get into the minds of a child as students from different schools in early primary talk about genres, characters and creators that captivate them and why.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Aidan MacKay is a 10-year-old student who lives in Singapore with his Malaysian mother, Canadian father, his younger brother, younger sister and a cat. He is in Grade 5 at the Canadian International School and he loves reading all kinds of books.

Alfen Tamaela

Alfen Tamaela

Student and Performer (Indonesia)
  • Batu Badaong
    Country of Focus

    Batu Badaong (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)

    Christian Tamaela (Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician), Alfen Tamaela (Student and Performer), Janes Maryon Silooy (Student and Performer), Vondie Clementin Silooy (Student and Performer)

    In this musical performance unlike any other, leaves and sounds of nature are used in a one-of-a-kind storytelling. With music and poetry, musicians from Ambon regale a folktale of a poor girl who sang the Batu Badaong song to a rock, which is said to hold the spirits of her ancestors. Join this enthralling performance and find out if she will be saved from her miseries. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 12:45pm – 1:00pm B1, My Tree House

Alfen Tamaela is a member of the Booyratan arts group, and plays local traditional music instruments and songs.

Allan Menagh

Allan Menagh

General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania (Singapore)
  • The Kumon Recommended Reading List (RRL) – To Develop a Lifelong Reader
    Pre-school Primary

    The Kumon Recommended Reading List (RRL) – To Develop a Lifelong Reader (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)

    Allan Menagh (General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania)

    The Kumon RRL is a comprehensive list of 380 global titles spanning varied genres and styles for Kumon families to find books they will enjoy – for both young and mature readers alike.  Allan will be sharing ideas on how to inspire in children a lifelong love of reading, with the use of the RRL. 

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:15pm – 2:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools

    Clara Leong (Principal, St James Church Kindergarten), Toni Phillips (Primary Teacher, Green School Bali), Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Allan Menagh (General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania)

    The speakers discuss about literacy practices adopted by their schools and efforts to help children improve their grasp of languages.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L16, The Pod

Allan's current role is the leadership of an established network of 85 franchises, 25 full-time staff, 80 franchisees and 15,000 enrolments. With 20 years of operations in Singapore, Kumon is still in high demand for its world-renowned Maths, English and Chinese materials, personalised instruction and reputation for positively nurturing the high-order self-learning attitude and skills in even the youngest children.

Amy Ng

Amy Ng

Editor, illustrator and writer, Pikaland Media (Malaysia)
  • Take Self Promotion Back
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Take Self Promotion Back

    Amy Ng (Editor, illustrator and writer, Pikaland Media)

    Marketing yourself can often feel forced or unpleasant. Learn how to take charge of your self-promotional plans without losing yourself in the process. In this session, Amy will discuss effective strategies for building an online presence.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Imagination Room

Amy Ng is a teacher, writer and self-taught illustrator based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Her blog, Pikaland, is a popular stop for illustration lovers, students and artists trying to find a balance between art, creativity and commerce. Amy is also an adjunct lecturer at The One Academy of Communication Design and has created online workshops for artists around the world.

Andie Tong

Andie Tong

Illustrator (Singapore)
  • Illustrated Novels: Building a World
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Illustrated Novels: Building a World

    Ary Nilandari (Author), Andie Tong (Illustrator)

    Why do illustrations in novels draw readers? We take a look at two illustrated novels from the East and West— Ary will share about how manga-style illustrations in her novel Keo&Noaki series engage readers with the story, while Andie will talk about capturing excitement in the illustrations in The Zodiac Legacy series, and how illustrated novels are different from comics.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Andie Tong's past comic book experience include titles such as Spectacular Spider-Man UKThe Batman Strikes!Wheel of Time comic series and Tron: Betrayal. Andie currently illustrates children's books for HarperCollins and Stan Lee projects, Zodiac Legacy and Backchannel. He is also the artist for Tekken comics, which will be published by Titan Publishing.

Andrea Pasion-Flores

Andrea Pasion-Flores

General Manager, Anvil Philippines (Philippines)
  • Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Andrea Pasion-Flores (General Manager, Anvil Philippines), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Lydia Leong (Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia)), Yong Shu Chiang (Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books), Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    In this Speed Pitching session, AFCC Writers and Illustrators Conference delegates have 5-10 minutes to pitch their children’s books ideas to literary agents and publishing representatives from USA, Slovakia, Singapore, and Philippines. This could be your chance to get your works published! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

Andrea Pasion-Flores is the general manager of Anvil Philippines, one of the biggest general trade publishers in the Philippines. Anvil publishes adult fiction, nonfiction, children's picture books and middle grade chap books. Andrea was previously an agent for Jacaranda Literary Agency, handling fiction and the children's list. Prior to that, she was the Executive Director of the National Book Development Board of the Philippines.

Andre Pong

Andre Pong

Designer, Gattai Games (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Writing for Video Games

    [PANEL] Writing for Video Games

    Ian Gregory Tan (Co-Founder & Creative Director, Witching Hour Studios), Andre Pong (Designer, Gattai Games)

    Modern-day video games now have some of the best stories of any form of media. However, unlike non-interactive media, stories don’t always come first. Learn how technology and gameplay interacts with video game scripting, and both informs it and is informed by it from three (four?) video game writers.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Andre Pong designs and develops games to enrapture players, and spark in them the same insatiable curiousity and fantasy that drove him to become the creative he is today.

Angela Cerrito

Angela Cerrito

SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author (USA)
  • Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?
    Kidlit YA

    Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?

    Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Lee Battersby (Author), Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Be it whether you are an extrovert, or introvert, or maybe even an ambivert, you are welcome to this debate. Does personality beget writing? How much does one’s character influence his or her talent or style? Speakers, Cynthea, Don, Lee and Angela, give their perspectives on the topic.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

  • Bring on the Drama: Teaching Playwriting
    Pre-school Primary

    Bring on the Drama: Teaching Playwriting

    Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    “To be or not to be, that is the question.” – William Shakespeare

    Who knows? With your help, your student could be the next great playwright. Angela will walk through the basics of playwriting and functional elements you could bring to your class.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

  • Look, Listen and Repeat: How to Un-read Books with Your Child
    Pre-school

    Look, Listen and Repeat: How to Un-read Books with Your Child

    Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Move beyond memorisation to using books as windows into the imagination. Imaginative play is an important step in cognitive development. Learn how to un-read books in order to develop your child’s imagination.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Turning up the Tension: Creating Page-turning Fiction
    Kidlit

    Turning up the Tension: Creating Page-turning Fiction

    Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Get ready to refine your novel and give it a more confident voice. This hands-on revision workshop will guide you in n-depth writing exercises designed to analyse and increase the tension in your narrative.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Angela Cerrito is a novelist and playwright whose work explores issues of identity and cultural perceptions. Her latest novel was named a Best Children’s Book of the Year by The Guardian. Her plays have been produced in the U.S. and Europe. Angela has lived in USA, China, Germany and Italy.

Angie Chew

Angie Chew

Executive Director, Brahm Centre (Singapore)
  • The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Child Develop Emotional Literacy
    Primary

    The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Child Develop Emotional Literacy

    Leslie Davis (Training Consultant, British Council ), Angie Chew (Executive Director, Brahm Centre)

    Mindfulness is an essential life skill that builds mental resilience. Listen to Angie share about how it can improve concentration and emotional well-being, while Leslie will show you how to use children’s literature to teach children to better manage their emotions, relationships and success in life. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L5, Imagination Room

Angie Chew is the Executive Director, ACTIVE Programme Director, and Founder of Brahmn Centre, dedicated to promoting happier and healthier living. Angie has served in Singapore Airlines, VISA International, Accenture, Hewlett-Packard and government agencies. From 2005-2009, she led humanitarian missions to Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Myanmar. 

Anna Salaman

Anna Salaman

Executive Director, Playeum (Singapore)
  • Developing Creative Hands-on Exhibition for Children – and Why
    Pre-school Primary

    Developing Creative Hands-on Exhibition for Children – and Why

    Anna Salaman (Executive Director, Playeum)

    Using case studies and documentation from Playeum’s hands-on exhibition, ‘A World Full of Stories’, Anna will present on the multiple benefits to be gained from designing an interactive, open-ended pedagogical approach for children. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Anna Salaman is a champion for creativity in the lives of children. She joined Playeum as Executive Director in July 2015, and has presented at conferences in Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Belgium and the UK. She has put her passion into practice at ArtScience Museum (Singapore), the Victoria & Albert Museum (UK) and the Discover Story Centre (UK).

Annusia Balan

Annusia Balan

Designer and Researcher (Singapore)
  • A is for Amma
    அ என்றால் அம்மா

    A is for Amma (For 7-9 years)
    அ என்றால் அம்மா

    Annusia Balan (Designer and Researcher)

    Session completed.

    Children can learn to draw the 12 vowels in the Tamil alphabet in creative and fun ways, using various materials such as fruits and seasonings such as sugar!  Suitable for children aged 7 -8,  the workshop will encourage children to think  beyond how alphabets are presented in the textbook and come up with their own interpretation of the letters.

    சிறுவர்களே! மிருகங்கள் நிறைந்த அற்புத உலகிற்கு செல்ல நீங்கள் தயாரா? உங்கள் நண்பன் சஷியோடு பயணம் செய்து கதைகளின் அழகை அனுபவியுங்கள்!

    சுட்டிகளுக்கான படம் வரைதல், நாடகப் பொருட்கள் செய்தல், எழுதுதல், கதை சொல்லுதல் போன்ற சுவாரஸ்யமான நடவடிக்கைகள் நிறைந்த ஒரு கேளிக்கை நிகழ்ச்சி!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    27 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Ang Mo Kio Public Library – Programme Zone

Annusia is an experienced designer and researcher based in Singapore. Her work is governed by contextual needs, and focuses on humanising content for meaningful online and onsite experiences. She is currently working on "The Tamil Class", where she combines her love for language and purposeful design.

Areena Loo

Areena Loo

Founder & CEO, Bridge Learning (Singapore)
  • Literacy for Special-Needs Children: Catering to their Learning Needs
    Primary

    Literacy for Special-Needs Children: Catering to their Learning Needs

    Areena Loo (Founder & CEO, Bridge Learning), Ravin Kumar Singh (Acting HOD English & ICT)

    To cater to the needs of special-needs children, we need to understand what these needs are. Ravin will share more on a functional workbook the Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) developed with localised content that children can relate to, while Areena will speak about meeting special-needs children’s learning needs through neuroscience-based approach to literacy and education.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Areena is the Founder of Bridge Learning, Singapore's Leading Diagnostic Learning Support and Specialised Early Intervention Centre. She is also the Founder of Harvard Little, Gifted Education with Brain Architecture Development. She is a former Ministry of Education teacher and counsellor. She is also an adjunct tutor and supervisor at the National Institute of Education for MOE trainees and in-service teachers.

Ary Nilandari

Ary Nilandari

Author (Indonesia)
  • Illustrated Novels: Building a World
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Illustrated Novels: Building a World

    Ary Nilandari (Author), Andie Tong (Illustrator)

    Why do illustrations in novels draw readers? We take a look at two illustrated novels from the East and West— Ary will share about how manga-style illustrations in her novel Keo&Noaki series engage readers with the story, while Andie will talk about capturing excitement in the illustrations in The Zodiac Legacy series, and how illustrated novels are different from comics.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Ary is the author of over 45 children’s books, promoting diversity and Indonesian culture. Her picture books, The Fellowship of the Pinisi and You Know What I Mean, won second prizes of Samsung KidsTime Authors’ Award in 2016 and 2015 respectively, while Pandu the Ogoh-Ogoh Maker was the first runner-up of Scholastic Picture Book Award 2015. 

Astri Budi Yusniati

Astri Budi Yusniati

Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool (Indonesia)
  • Dramatisation as a Medium for Growing the Storytelling Ability
    Pre-school

    Dramatisation as a Medium for Growing the Storytelling Ability

    Astri Budi Yusniati (Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool), Dewi Caturwulandari (Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool)

    How do you teach language to children with short focus? Astri and Dewi lets you in on how drama can help students grasp language and express themselves more effectively.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:15pm – 2:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Astri Budi Yusniati, holds a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from National of Institute Technology, Bandung. She has been teaching for almost nine years in GagasCeria Preschool. She has a special interest in classroom action research. Her last research was presented in Exeter University in 2016.

Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal

Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal

Student (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak
    Primary

    [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak

    Rishav Gupta (Author and Illustrator), Lekha Bhattacharjee (Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus)), Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal (Student), Aidan MacKay (Student, Canadian International School ), Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo (Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School)

    What do children read these days? Get into the minds of a child as students from different schools in early primary talk about genres, characters and creators that captivate them and why.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Ayden Farish is a student from Henry Park Primary School. An avid reader whose favourite books include Star Wars, Geronimo Stilton and the Goosebumps series, Ayden is also passionate about the Performing Arts. He has appeared in two feature films where in one, he played the principal character of a twin in a horror setting. He has also appeared in numerous television dramas in Singapore and Malaysia.

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Bambang Indriyanto

Bambang Indriyanto

Director, SEAMEO QITEP in Language; Education Researcher (Indonesia)

Dr Bambang Indriyanto has a bachelor's degree in Sociology, a master's degree majoring in Education Administration and Policy Studies, and a doctorate degree in Education Administration and Policy Studies. He was the former Director of the Center for Policy Research, Ministry of Education, and also served as the Secretary, Directorate General Management, for Basic and Secondary Education.

Beth Fredericks

Beth Fredericks

Executive Director, Wheelock College-Singapore (Singapore)
  • An Author, a Teacher, and an Amazing Sarong
    Pre-school

    An Author, a Teacher, and an Amazing Sarong

    Quek Hong Shin (Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator), Beth Fredericks (Executive Director, Wheelock College-Singapore)

    Children’s literature is a window to the multi-cultural and diverse world. In today’s turbulent world, it is especially important to select stories for the young that promote empathy and an appreciation for diverse cultures. The speakers will use the book The Amazing Sarong for a show-and-tell session to introduce a unique way of telling the story and make learning fun.

    Note: This is a 90-min session.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 4:00pm – 5:30pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Once Upon a Time in Singapore: How Digital Books Tell Amazing Stories
    Pre-school Primary

    Once Upon a Time in Singapore: How Digital Books Tell Amazing Stories

    Beth Fredericks (Executive Director, Wheelock College-Singapore)

    Come and share the journey of Wheelock College students in early childhood as they learned to write books and then transform them into digital stories. These pre-service teachers will reveal the leap of faith they took to design and present their e-stories. Now they want to you to use them too!

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Beth Fredericks is the Executive Director of Wheelock College-Singapore. She has been coming to Singapore since 2009 primarily to teach in Wheelock’s bachelor’s degree programme. Beth has also consulted with National Heritage Board and National Library Board to support their efforts to bring more early childhood programming to Singapore’s museums and libraries.

Blair Reeve

Blair Reeve

Author (New Zealand)
  • Rhymes and Rhythms, Literacy and Poetry
    Pre-school Primary

    Rhymes and Rhythms, Literacy and Poetry

    Blair Reeve (Author)

    Alliteration and assonance, rhyme and rhythm. Find out how you can impress on your students from a younger age a love for poetry and language. Blair will also provide a suggested list of English poetry in Asia that teachers can use in the classroom.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:15pm – 2:15pm L5, Possibility Room

New Zealander Blair Reeve has been writing and performing a rhythmic and comical style of performance poetry since 1995. He has taught creative writing at primary, secondary and university levels and published two books for children in the past two years. He lives and writes in Hong Kong.

Briony Stewart

Briony Stewart

Author and Illustrator (Australia)
  • Duelling Illustrators

    Duelling Illustrators (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), Stephanie Raphaela Ho (Muffinsaurs) (Illustrator, Graphic Designer)

    Don't miss this age-old battle of the illustrators at AFCC! With Heidi Shamsuddin as the Voice of the arena, illustrator Briony Stewart from Australia meets head-on with Stephanie Ho from Singapore. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

  • Illustration Games
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Illustration Games

    Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator)

    You’re invited to play! Yes, you read that right. Get ready to boost your endorphins, let your creative juices loose and uncage your playful side. Be surprised at the imaginative characters you conjure just by having fun.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Painting with Lines and Language
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Painting with Lines and Language

    Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator)

    In this interactive session, Award-winning author and illustrator of children’s fiction, Briony Stewart reveals some of her techniques for creating lyrical language and visual narratives in books for children.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Portfolio Review
    Illustration & Book Design

    Portfolio Review

    David Liew (Illustrator), Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    At this exclusive AFCC session, delegates get a special chance to have a one-to-one consultation session with illustrators from Asia and around the world and show them their children’s book illustrations. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L16, The Pod

Briony Stewart is a children's author and illustrator of several award-winning books, including the Kumiko and the Dragon junior fiction series, and Here in the Garden. Briony lectures in children’s literature at Curtin University, and has spent time developing as an artist in the UK after winning a place in the British Council’s Realise Your Dream industry awards for artists under 30. 

BronzAge Gamelan

BronzAge Gamelan

Music group (Singapore)
  • Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling)

    Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling) (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    BronzAge Gamelan (Music group), Joyce Teo (Gamelan Music Teacher, Lecturer), Rosemarie Somaiah (Storyteller), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    The art of storytelling accompanied by music is an ancient tradition practised across Asia. This performance, presented by BronzAge Gamelan (music), Rosemarie Somaiah (storyteller) and James Mayhew (illustrator) is a contemporary take on this tradition and features two well-known legends from Singapore and Indonesia. This performance features original songs composed by Zachary Chan (Tale of Bukit Merah) and arrangements of Sundanese folksongs by Joyce Teo (Legend of Sang Kuriang). Be mesmerised by the Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:10pm – 1:55pm L1, Plaza

BronzAge Gamelan is a music group dedicated to the performance of traditional and contemporary gamelan music, and to providing a platform for young composers who dare to be different. Since 2009, the ensemble has grown to include music enthusiasts from other tertiary institutions and freelance musicians. Under the guidance of ethnomusicologist Joyce Teo, the group has performed at many local and international festivals. 

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Charmaine Tan

Charmaine Tan

Associate Librarian, National Library Board (Singapore)
  • Motivating Kids to Read in a Techy Age
    Primary

    Motivating Kids to Read in a Techy Age

    Marcus Leong (Associate Librarian, National Library Board ), Charmaine Tan (Associate Librarian, National Library Board )

    What motivates Singaporean children to read? Local librarians share their experiences working with Primary School children, and talk about how to engage increasingly-tech savvy young readers. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Charmaine has been with the National Library Board’s Read@School programme since 2012. She was the Project Manager of the Literary Boot Camp 2016 that prepared students for the Kids’ Lit Quiz™ Singapore National Finals. She is based at Geylang East Public Library.

Christel Meijer

Christel Meijer

Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos (Netherlands)
  • Ask the Right(s) Question
    Kidlit Publishing

    Ask the Right(s) Question

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos), Thomas Nung Atasana (Literary Agent, Borobudur Agency)

    How can your work stand out in a sea of rights? What makes a good rights pitch? Find out more about international rights market as the speakers give their take on questions about rights.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Making the Right(s) Choice with Translation
    Kidlit Publishing Translation

    Making the Right(s) Choice with Translation

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos)

    Get started on your journey with a translation rights workshop. Christel Meijer gives an overview of the basics of selecting titles for a foreign rights catalogue, setting up strategies, researching foreign markets, pitching for specific markets, negotiating and selling rights to publishers, film or theatre producers.

    Note: This is a 90-minute session

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:15pm L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Trina Ha (Director, Legal, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore)

    Thanks to new technologies and storytelling avenues, the many ways to exploit intellectual property have multiplied even more. Learn about the different forms beyond print that your IP could take from experienced individuals in the buying, selling, and legal sectors.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

Christel Meijer works as a foreign rights manager for the Dutch publishing house Ambo|Anthos, the publisher of Herman Koch, Jonathan Safran Foer and Camilla Läckberg, to name a few. She studied Literary Studies at Leiden University, and previously worked in the editorial department at Meulenhoff Boekerij and Prometheus.

Christiane Raabe

Christiane Raabe

Director, International Youth Library (Germany)
  • The World’s Collection in a Castle
    Diversity Kidlit Library

    The World’s Collection in a Castle

    Christiane Raabe (Director, International Youth Library)

    Founded by Jella Lepman in 1949, the International Youth Library was the first library which dedicated its work to systematically collect and promote children’s literature from all over the world. Today the library is a renowned centre of international children’s and youth literature with a diversified annual programme, a non-school related education facility and a centre for international researchers. In her session, the Dr Christiane offers insights in the library’s programmes committing to the founder’s mission. 

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Dr Christiane Raabe studied arts at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste and at the TU Braunschweig, where she read history, philosophy, and pedagogic. Since 2007, Dr Raabe is the Director of the International Youth Library and has managed the White Ravens Festival for International Children’s and Youth Literature. In 2014, she was decorated with the Europe Medal of the Free State of Bavaria.

Christian Tamaela

Christian Tamaela

Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician (Indonesia)
  • Batu Badaong
    Country of Focus

    Batu Badaong (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)

    Christian Tamaela (Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician), Alfen Tamaela (Student and Performer), Janes Maryon Silooy (Student and Performer), Vondie Clementin Silooy (Student and Performer)

    In this musical performance unlike any other, leaves and sounds of nature are used in a one-of-a-kind storytelling. With music and poetry, musicians from Ambon regale a folktale of a poor girl who sang the Batu Badaong song to a rock, which is said to hold the spirits of her ancestors. Join this enthralling performance and find out if she will be saved from her miseries. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 12:45pm – 1:00pm B1, My Tree House

  • Uncovering the Secrets of Sound and Rhythm in the Context of the Ethnic Moluccan Music of Indonesia
    Country of Focus Pre-school Primary

    Uncovering the Secrets of Sound and Rhythm in the Context of the Ethnic Moluccan Music of Indonesia

    Christian Tamaela (Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician)

    Learn how Ethnic Moluccan music is used in Indonesia to cultivate in children critical and constructive thinking, teach them a love and appreciation of music, and encourage them to be creative. You might have a chance to try your hands at some Indonesian musical instruments, like drums or even leaves from the ground!

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Imagination Room

Dr Christian Tamaela is an ethnomusicologist, lecturer and musician. He is adept at using various instruments such as the tifa, bamboo flutes, conch shell and many others. He lectures at the Universitas Kristen Indonesia Maluku.

Clara Leong

Clara Leong

Principal, St James Church Kindergarten (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools

    Clara Leong (Principal, St James Church Kindergarten), Toni Phillips (Primary Teacher, Green School Bali), Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Allan Menagh (General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania)

    The speakers discuss about literacy practices adopted by their schools and efforts to help children improve their grasp of languages.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L16, The Pod

Clara has been in the field of early childhood for 15 years, and has taught children from 1-6 years old. She is currently leading a kindergarten with a total capacity of 360 children. With her teaching and leadership experieces, she hopes to share good early childhood practices with parents and teachers to empower them in their work with young children.

Claudine Fernandez

Claudine Fernandez

Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy (Singapore)
  • Illustrationary

    Illustrationary (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy), Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator ), Mas Shafreen (Compulsive Doodler)

    We know illustrators can draw. But can authors draw? In a game of Illustrationary, we put both children's authors and illustrators to the test. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

  • On Your Mark, Get Set, Write!
    Primary

    On Your Mark, Get Set, Write!

    Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy)

    Children can step into the playing field and get in the action of sports writing. Catch this session before half-time as Claudine coaches you to bring the game on in class and rile kids up about commentaries of matches and interviews with sports celebrities. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

Claudine Fernandez is the founder of Artistic Strategies, an educational organisation that aims to groom young writers in Singapore through the arts. She also coaches and conducts professional development workshops for teachers and parents. She holds a Masters of Arts in Education and is the author of the children’s activity book Every Child’s Guide to Write Away!

Cynthea Liu

Cynthea Liu

President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation (USA)
  • Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?
    Kidlit YA

    Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?

    Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Lee Battersby (Author), Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Be it whether you are an extrovert, or introvert, or maybe even an ambivert, you are welcome to this debate. Does personality beget writing? How much does one’s character influence his or her talent or style? Speakers, Cynthea, Don, Lee and Angela, give their perspectives on the topic.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

  • Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Andrea Pasion-Flores (General Manager, Anvil Philippines), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Lydia Leong (Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia)), Yong Shu Chiang (Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books), Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    In this Speed Pitching session, AFCC Writers and Illustrators Conference delegates have 5-10 minutes to pitch their children’s books ideas to literary agents and publishing representatives from USA, Slovakia, Singapore, and Philippines. This could be your chance to get your works published! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique

    Lee Battersby (Author), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Susan Long (General Manager, Straits Times Press)

    Writers are invited to submit their best first page of an unpublished manuscript to be read and commented on by a panel of international publishing experts before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Cynthea Liu seeks to publish content for children from pre-school through high school - content that empowers youth to make a positive impact on the world by pursuing their talents and interests. She is also an editor and an active children’s book author.

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Daniel Tayona

Daniel Tayona

Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development (Philippines)
  • [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    First Look is an opportunity for illustrators who are considering publishing a picture book to share their illustrations with a panel of international publishing experts who will view the illustrations and comment on the illustrations before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Writing About Us
    Diversity Kidlit

    [PANEL] Writing About Us

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Wai Chim (Author), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    The speakers in this panel have one thing in common- they fight to make hidden voices heard. Sit in for this session as they speakers from various countries discuss how they advocate for more inclusive kidlit.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Daniel Palma Tayona worked as a bookstore manager, puppeteer, and art director. He has also designed and illustrated children’s books for more than 15 years. His works include Doll Eyes (Winner of the National Children’s Book Award in 2012), and The Rocking Horse (Winner of the 2007 Gintong Aklat Award).

Darren Tan

Darren Tan

Freelance Digital Artist (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    Darren Tan (Freelance Digital Artist), JC Wong (Senior Storyboard Artist, Ubisoft Singapore), Gary Choo (Senior Concept Artist, Illustrator)

    Being a freelancer essentially means running your own small business, and freelance artists have to effectively navigate and balance between the creative and business side of their freelancing. Join successful freelancing visual artists Darren Tan, JC Wong, and Gary Choo as they discuss the trials and tribulations of freelancing for video games, movies, comic books, and more.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Darren Tan is freelance digital artist from Singapore and previously worked at Imaginary Friends Studios. He is mostly known for his Star Wars artworks but is also an avid contributor to the fantasy, sci-fi and historical genre. His clients include Fantasy Flight Games, Osprey Publishing and various smaller, independent companies/publishers.

David Liew

David Liew

Illustrator (Singapore)
  • Portfolio Review
    Illustration & Book Design

    Portfolio Review

    David Liew (Illustrator), Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    At this exclusive AFCC session, delegates get a special chance to have a one-to-one consultation session with illustrators from Asia and around the world and show them their children’s book illustrations. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L16, The Pod

  • Thinking Out of the Box: Unusual Illustrations
    Illustration & Book Design

    Thinking Out of the Box: Unusual Illustrations

    Eric Wong (Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Creative Director), Regent Media Pte Ltd), David Liew (Illustrator)

    Illustrators have tried to include a 3D world on a 2D page. But then again, there are some who embrace the 3D world and literally build a story with their illustrations. Step into a new dimension with Eric Wong who will talk about using photo-illustrations with cardboard drawings, and David Liew who will introduce you to other illustrated 3D worlds.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] The Creators League
    Comics Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Creators League

    David Liew (Illustrator), Marco Sparmberg (Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore ), JF Koh (Writer and editor), Maisarah A.S (Municipal Liaison, NaNoWriMo (Singapore Chapter))

    No person is an island. In this panel discussion, members from different creator communities band together to talk about how groups push them to greater heights and gives them an edge.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire

    Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), David Liew (Illustrator)

    A children’s author who writes plays, a children’s book illustrator who designs stage sets and another illustrator who paints at concerts come together in this panel. They will share stories of how each of them pushed boundaries and expanded their fields, and how you can too.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

David “Wolfe” Liew is an illustrator, cartoonist, sculptor, and model-maker. Besides illustrating books and magazines, he’s the main artist for the children’s series Ellie Belly written by Eliza Teoh. Once in a while, he exchanges the pencils for a pen, and works with words instead.

Dewi Caturwulandari

Dewi Caturwulandari

Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool (Indonesia)
  • Dramatisation as a Medium for Growing the Storytelling Ability
    Pre-school

    Dramatisation as a Medium for Growing the Storytelling Ability

    Astri Budi Yusniati (Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool), Dewi Caturwulandari (Teacher, GagasCeria Preschool)

    How do you teach language to children with short focus? Astri and Dewi lets you in on how drama can help students grasp language and express themselves more effectively.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:15pm – 2:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Dewi Caturwulandari holds a bachelor's degree in Indonesia Language and Literature from the Pajajaran University. She has been teaching for almost 12 years in GagasCeria Preschool. She is particularly interested in using rhymes and drama in early education.

Dimity Powell

Dimity Powell

Author (Australia)
  • Biblio-therapy: Its Place in Children’s Literature
    Diversity Kidlit

    Biblio-therapy: Its Place in Children’s Literature

    Dimity Powell (Author)

    Dimity explores the value of creating biblio-therapy themed diverse picture books and debates their usefulness in combating various social issues affecting children. She’ll discuss what works, what doesn’t and why.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Imagination Room

Dimity Powell has trekked through many parts of the world and across several of its oceans collecting crazy story ideas. She loves transforming these into children’s stories because deep down, she’d love to be a kid again. To Read, Write and Inspire sum up Dimity’s main passions in life.

Don Bosco

Don Bosco www.SuperCoolBooks.com

Founder, Super Cool Books (Singapore)
  • Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?
    Kidlit YA

    Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?

    Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Lee Battersby (Author), Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Be it whether you are an extrovert, or introvert, or maybe even an ambivert, you are welcome to this debate. Does personality beget writing? How much does one’s character influence his or her talent or style? Speakers, Cynthea, Don, Lee and Angela, give their perspectives on the topic.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

  • How Social Media Turned Me Into #KidLitDaddy
    Kidlit

    How Social Media Turned Me Into #KidLitDaddy

    Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books)

    Don Bosco, Super Cool Books author and publisher, will explain how digital marketing and social media took him from self-published kidlit author to international content entrepreneur. Expect to learn some counterintuitive but effective lessons that will help any content creator connect with a bigger audience, accelerate growth and have more fun.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Vijayanand Thamotharan (Director, Crimson Earth)

    Get ideas and tips from speakers, Don, Vijayanand and Rilla, as they discuss how they encourage their children’s creativity to blossom. 

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L5, Possibility Room

Don Bosco writes thrilling fiction for teens and children. His stories are mostly inspired by Asian legends and pop culture. He started the publishing studio Super Cool Books in 2011. In 2015, his Sherlock Hong series was acquired by Marshall Cavendish for international release.

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Edmund Wee

Edmund Wee

Publisher & CEO, Epigram Books (Singapore)
  • Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets
    Diversity Kidlit Publishing

    Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets

    Thant Thaw Kaung (Founder and CEO, Myanmar Book Centre), Sanny Djohan (Publisher, PT Kuark Internasional), Edmund Wee (Publisher & CEO, Epigram Books), Selina Lee (Vice President, Scholastic Asia)

    Heads-up! 5 publishing experts come together to give you fresh insights into the children's book market in the ASEAN region. Find out what readers are looking out for, and learn about prospects in the publishing industry in ASEAN. This session is held in celebration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Edmund Wee is the founder of Epigram Books which was set up to champion Singaporean literature. It publishes mainly fiction — from picture books to graphic novels to literary bestsellers. Its authors have won major book prizes, including the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award and the Singapore Literature Prize. It also sponsors the annual Epigram Books Fiction Prize. Wee Editions, another imprint, supports local designers, photographers and artists.

Eileen Sim

Eileen Sim picturethisbook.com/

Blogger (Singapore)
  • Books@Blogs
    Diversity Kidlit

    Books@Blogs

    Mary Iphigene D. Daradar (Teacher, Psychologist, Consultant, Blogger, Gathering Books), Eileen Sim (Blogger)

    Have you considered blogging about books? Get a bird’s-eye view of kidlit with two bloggers, Eileen Sim (of Picture This Book) and Mary Iphigene Daradar (of Gathering Books). How do they target their readership, stand out from other book bloggers, and keep their blogs relevant to readers, creators and publishers?

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Imagination Room

Eileen is a full-time mom to two hungry little book-caterpillars who created Picture This Book to record and shareher book-hunting adventures. A lifelong bookworm, she is a passionate advocate of early literacy and believes quality books to be crucial to child development.

Elaina Ryan

Elaina Ryan

Director of Children’s Books Ireland / Arts Manager, Children’s Books Ireland (Ireland)
  • A Champion for Children’s Books – the Role of the Children’s Laureate in Ireland
    Diversity Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    A Champion for Children’s Books – the Role of the Children’s Laureate in Ireland

    Elaina Ryan (Director of Children’s Books Ireland / Arts Manager, Children’s Books Ireland)

    From advocating for school libraries to raising the profile of illustrators, from storytelling in unusual places to drawing big pictures, learn about Ireland’s Laureate na nÓg (Children’s Laureate).

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Elaina Ryan is the Director of Children’s Books Ireland (CBI), an organisation whose mission is to make books central to every child’s life on the island of Ireland. CBI develops audiences for children’s books and supports and celebrates excellent authors and illustrators. 

Elaine Fong

Elaine Fong

Teacher Librarian, Chatsworth International School Orchard Campus (Singapore)
  • A Mammoth Task: Encouraging Reading in the Digital Age
    Pre-school Primary

    A Mammoth Task: Encouraging Reading in the Digital Age

    Elaine Fong (Teacher Librarian, Chatsworth International School Orchard Campus)

    Elaine will go over the key points she uses as a teacher librarian to encourage reading among students. She will also highlight the pitfalls and challenges that parents should be aware of. This session will provide anecdotal and research based strategies on how to encourage reading.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Elaine has worked as a librarian for over 25 years in companies, public libraries and international schools. She has a master's degree in library science from the University of British Columbia and a master's in education from Sheffield University, where her thesis was on reading motivation in EAL students.

Emilia Nazir

Emilia Nazir

Secretary General, INABBY (Indonesia)
  • Performing a Folktale
    Country of Focus

    Performing a Folktale

    Emilia Nazir (Secretary General, INABBY), Galuh Larasati (Author)

    Passing down folktales is tricky, but Emilia and Larasati explore an excellent way of doing so- through art expression. Join this session as they discuss the complexities of telling Indonesian folktales through art expression while adequately reflecting their cultural beliefs.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Emilia is an early childhood education practitioner. She earned a Masters of Education in Early Childhood from the University of South Australia. She is currently the Secretary General of the Indonesian Section of International Board on Books for Young People (INABBY).

Eric Wong

Eric Wong

Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Creative Director), Regent Media Pte Ltd (Singapore)
  • Thinking Out of the Box: Unusual Illustrations
    Illustration & Book Design

    Thinking Out of the Box: Unusual Illustrations

    Eric Wong (Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Creative Director), Regent Media Pte Ltd), David Liew (Illustrator)

    Illustrators have tried to include a 3D world on a 2D page. But then again, there are some who embrace the 3D world and literally build a story with their illustrations. Step into a new dimension with Eric Wong who will talk about using photo-illustrations with cardboard drawings, and David Liew who will introduce you to other illustrated 3D worlds.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Possibility Room

Eric is an illustrator who takes every opportunity to deliver work that is witty and aesthetically pleasant. He is always finding and experimenting with new ways to challenge his limits.

Evelyn Sue Wong

Evelyn Sue Wong

Author (Singapore)
  • Themed Stories from Asia and Beyond: Discovering Hidden Treasures
    Pre-school Primary

    Themed Stories from Asia and Beyond: Discovering Hidden Treasures

    Evelyn Sue Wong (Author), Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger)

    A new interactive website is offering an exciting resource for teachers and parents, with a themed collection of over 300 children’s picture books about water, rice, trees and birds from Asia, and around the world.  Explore how the collection has been used in student projects and performances, and its potential to engage young readers in discovering the unique and the universal in Asian literature, culture, heritage, and our natural environment. Dr Myra and Evelyn have been involved in this ongoing project and journey of discovery since it was launched at AFCC 2012.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L5, Imagination Room

Evelyn writes for children. She has conducted bilingual storytelling workshops, Makan Mischief, in the 2015 Singapore Writers Festival for Families (SWF3) and The Noisiest Tree, in TranslateSingapore Festival 2016, organised by the Select Centre.

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Far’ain Jaafar

Far’ain Jaafar

Post graduate student, Educator (Singapore)
  • Let’s learn Math through traditional Malay games!
    Mari belajar Matematik melalui permainan tradisional Melayu!

    Let’s learn Math through traditional Malay games! (For 4-6 years)
    Mari belajar Matematik melalui permainan tradisional Melayu!

    Far’ain Jaafar (Post graduate student, Educator)

    Session completed.

    Zoom to the past! Welcome to the Malay village, put on a tanjak and learn about math through fun traditional Malay games and crafts.  

    Selamat datang ke Kampung Melayu! Ayuh pakaikan tanjak dan langsung bergegas ke masa lalu dengan mempelajari Matematik melalui seni tangan dan permainan tradisional Melayu.

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Woodlands Regional Library – Programme Zone

  • [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge

    Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Far’ain Jaafar (Post graduate student, Educator), Hou Jing (Senior Lecturer, KLC International Institute)

    Discover strategies to motivate children to speak and write in their Mother Tongue in this panel. The speakers will discuss approaches they use, from tongue twisters to dual language books, and their views on language learning in today’s Singapore.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Far'ain Jaafar is an educator and children's book enthusiast. She is currently pursuing her post graduate study in Early Childhood Education in Nanyang Technological University. Far'ain loves reading to children and hopes to inspire a world of good.

Felicia Utorodewo

Felicia Utorodewo

Former Director, SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Language (Indonesia)
  • Mother Tongue in a Land with Over 700 Languages
    Country of Focus

    Mother Tongue in a Land with Over 700 Languages

    Johnny Tjia (Language researcher, Sulinama Foundation), Felicia Utorodewo (Former Director, SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Language)

    As Indonesia modernises, Mother Tongue and folktales take on an important role in improving children’s literacy skills. Dr Felicia will expand on how SEAMEO QITEP engages children and build the knowledge of their own tradition and culture, and Johnny will accentuate the necessity of telling children folktales in their Mother Tongue.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Dr Felicia Utorodewo is the former Director of SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Language. She holds a Bachelor of Letters degree in Linguistics, a Master of Science degree in Linguistic Anthropology, as well as a doctoral degree in Lexical Semantics from the University of Indonesia. 

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Galuh Larasati

Galuh Larasati

Author (Indonesia)
  • Performing a Folktale
    Country of Focus

    Performing a Folktale

    Emilia Nazir (Secretary General, INABBY), Galuh Larasati (Author)

    Passing down folktales is tricky, but Emilia and Larasati explore an excellent way of doing so- through art expression. Join this session as they discuss the complexities of telling Indonesian folktales through art expression while adequately reflecting their cultural beliefs.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Galuh Larasati has been working in the hospitality industry since 1994. She is an author, and also does volunteer teaching to children in a village in Indonesia. Her lessons touch on life skills, and the combination of art and the English language.

Gary Choo

Gary Choo

Senior Concept Artist, Illustrator (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    Darren Tan (Freelance Digital Artist), JC Wong (Senior Storyboard Artist, Ubisoft Singapore), Gary Choo (Senior Concept Artist, Illustrator)

    Being a freelancer essentially means running your own small business, and freelance artists have to effectively navigate and balance between the creative and business side of their freelancing. Join successful freelancing visual artists Darren Tan, JC Wong, and Gary Choo as they discuss the trials and tribulations of freelancing for video games, movies, comic books, and more.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Gary Choo is an artist residing in Asia. His notable works include Conceptual Art for LucasArt's 1313, Monkey Island 2: Special Edition and various cover art for Marvel Comics. He is currently a Senior Concept Artist at a local start-up, Might Bear Games.

Gerald Cai

Gerald Cai

Managing Director & Co-Founder, SnapLearn by MXRi (Singapore)
  • Bringing Stories to Life Using AR and VR

    Bringing Stories to Life Using AR and VR

    Gerald Cai (Managing Director & Co-Founder, SnapLearn by MXRi)

    The rapidly growing fields of AR and VR open up exciting new avenues for storytelling. The SnapLearn publishing tool allows creators of children’s content to turn their existing physical books into digital content platforms, as well as create new cross-platform stories that bridge the physical and digital realms!

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

EdTech has been an area close to Gerald’s heart for the past 15 years. He is currently Managing Director and Co-founder of SnapLearn, a platform bringing learning and reading to life using Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) technologies. He was formerly Head of Learning (Content & Services) at Samsung Asia and Regional Director at Pearson APAC.

Gladys Gwyneth Quincy

Gladys Gwyneth Quincy

Storyteller (Indonesia)
  • Mouse Deer and Turtle
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Mouse Deer and Turtle (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Gladys Gwyneth Quincy (Storyteller), Natashya Annabella Quincy (Storyteller)

    Tiger and other bigger animals are picking on Mouse Deer and Turtle, stealing the many fishes they catch. But Mouse Deer and Turtle are putting their foot down. Join this storytelling session and help Mouse Deer and Turtle think of a creative way to solve this problem!

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:30pm – 3:45pm B1, My Tree House

  • Suwidak Loro
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Suwidak Loro (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Gladys Gwyneth Quincy (Storyteller), Natashya Annabella Quincy (Storyteller)

    Unlike the princesses in other fairy tales, the main character, Suwidak Loro, was not very pretty. In fact, she only had 62 strands of hair. Join us for this storytelling of an Indonesian folktale of how Suwidak Loro met the King, and how her life changed forever.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:30pm – 3:45pm B1, My Tree House

Gladys Gwyneth Quincy was born in Jakarta. She has won prizes at many storytelling competitions, including the St.Bellarminus Cup Storytelling competition (1st place), Ministry of Education’s National Storytelling Competition (2nd place), and St.Ursula Storytelling Competition in 2014 (3rd place). She also enjoys gaming and singing.

Grace Kusnadi

Grace Kusnadi

Founder, Popcon Asia (Indonesia)

Grace Kusnadi graduated from Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, with a major in public relations. In 2012, she founded Popcorn Asia, now in its fifth year running, to create an avenue for creators to showcase, sell and network.

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Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali

Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali

Author (Singapore)
  • Robots, Aliens and Time Machines
    Kidlit YA

    Robots, Aliens and Time Machines

    Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali (Author)

    Speaking of futuristic spaceships and time travelling, Hassan will talk about writing science fiction— with a catch. He writes sci-fi in Malay. Hassan will share why writing sci-fi in his Mother Tongue is important and contributes to Singapore’s literary scene.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

  • Scribbles from a Galaxy Far Away
    Primary

    Scribbles from a Galaxy Far Away

    Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali (Author)

    Are your students daydreaming in class? Why not help them mould their daydreaming and help them find the spark to ignite their imagination? Take a look at challenges of writing Science Fiction with Hassan and ways to overcome them.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist), Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali (Author), Monica Lim (Author and Founder, Hedgehog Communications)

    Get your gadgets and gizmos ready for a timeless adventure with the speakers, Kari, Hassan and Monica, as they navigate through the world of science-fiction and help you gravitate readers towards your story.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

When Hassan is not writing Science Fiction in Malay, he works as a full-time registered nurse for a local hospital. Hassan graduated from the National Arts Council Mentor Access Project under the guidance of Singaporean writer Mr Anuar Othman. His first short story collection, Selamat Malam Caesar (Goodnight Caesar), was shortlisted for the 2014 Singapore Literature Prize. Hassan is currently working on his third Malay Science Fiction collection.

Heidi Shamsuddin

Heidi Shamsuddin

Author (Malaysia)
  • Not So Happily Ever After: Strange and Spooky Tales
    Kidlit YA

    Not So Happily Ever After: Strange and Spooky Tales

    Lee Battersby (Author), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author)

    Children love the thrill of books that casts shadows. Create a narrative that chills and excites the imagination. Heidi Shamsuddin will uncover dark and spooky folklores in Asia while Lee Battersby will explore techniques that will give your readers a scare.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?

    Wai Chim (Author), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author), Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    As the message of diversity becomes more prevalent in publishing, it is crucial to ask who gets to create Asian stories. Join the content creators in this session as they give their stand on this question.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Heidi Shamsuddin is the author of The Door Under the Stairs series published by Oyez! Books. In 2012, she won the regional prize for the Eye Level Children’s Literature Award. She is now working on a novel set in Mount Kinabalu, in addition to picture book projects with R&D Studios.

Herdiana Hakim

Herdiana Hakim

Writer, Researcher (Indonesia)
  • Indonesian Mysteries and Historical Fiction
    Country of Focus

    Indonesian Mysteries and Historical Fiction

    Herdiana Hakim (Writer, Researcher), Yovita Siswati (Author)

    Historical stories have appealed to young readers across the world for centuries. Yovita and Herdiana will let you in why Yovita’s stories Misteri Kota Tua and Misteri Kampung Hitam are popular in Indonesia and what makes them special.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Herdiana graduated with distinction from the Children’s Literature and Literacies programme at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. Her dissertation focused on the agency of literary children. Herdiana is also the founder of www.SiKancil.org, a site dedicated for Indonesian children’s literature. 

Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson hatbooks.com

Author, Teacher (Japan)
  • Get Real: Writing Non-fiction
    Kidlit YA

    Get Real: Writing Non-fiction

    Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    Seek inspiration from the real world. Then research and write. Learn creative methods to writing non-fiction for children and discover engaging approaches both expository and narrative. There will be time for a speed brainstorming session.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Managing Your Novel: Post-its, Charts and Book Maps
    Kidlit YA

    Managing Your Novel: Post-its, Charts and Book Maps

    Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    Writing a novel requires more than setting aside writing time; it requires organisation and thoughtful management. Discover the range of tools available for visualising your novel and keeping track as you progress through your project — from large sticky notes, to easy-to-create tables and charts, to writing software.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?

    Wai Chim (Author), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author), Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    As the message of diversity becomes more prevalent in publishing, it is crucial to ask who gets to create Asian stories. Join the content creators in this session as they give their stand on this question.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Holly Thompson writes fiction and poetry for children, teens and adults and is the author of the verse novels Falling into the Dragon’s Mouth; The Language Inside; and Orchards and the forthcoming lyrical picture book Twilight Chant. Longtime resident of Japan, she teaches writing in Japan, the U.S., and places in between, and serves as Co-Regional Advisor of SCBWI Japan. 

Hou Jing

Hou Jing

Senior Lecturer, KLC International Institute (Singapore)
  • [Chinese Programme] My Life is Interesting!
    有趣的我!

    [Chinese Programme] My Life is Interesting! (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    有趣的我!

    Hou Jing (Senior Lecturer, KLC International Institute)

    Session completed.

    For: Parents and children

    想了解孩子的内心世界?深入解读他们的情绪、探索他们的想法、了解他们对世界的认知和理解?帮助孩子进行有意义的华文认读、书写?请坐下来跟孩子一起制作一本小书。小小一本书帮助孩子学会自我认知、乐于用华文表达自己,帮助家长理解孩子、更有效的与孩子沟通。这些小小书还为孩子的成长留下深刻的足迹!来吧,就从“有趣的我”这个主题,让我们开始这个有趣的自我探索的旅程吧!

    Book-making is an effective way to empower and encourage young children to express themselves, and better understand how they feel, what they think and how they live their everyday lives. Children will learn topics they can create a book with and guiding questions they can use, and you can get to understand your children better through this little book exercise! So bring your children down so they can have fun making a book they can share with their friends!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    18 Mar 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Marine Parade Public Library – Programme Zone

  • [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge

    Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Far’ain Jaafar (Post graduate student, Educator), Hou Jing (Senior Lecturer, KLC International Institute)

    Discover strategies to motivate children to speak and write in their Mother Tongue in this panel. The speakers will discuss approaches they use, from tongue twisters to dual language books, and their views on language learning in today’s Singapore.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Hou Jing is a lecturer and mother of two children. She holds master's degrees in both Early Childhood Education and Computer Science, and is experienced working with young children. She is determined to promote children’s learning and development by training preschool teachers and educating parents. She has also been invited by ECDA, National Library Board and Mediacorp to conduct talks on early childhood education. 

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Ian Gregory Tan

Ian Gregory Tan

Co-Founder & Creative Director, Witching Hour Studios (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Writing for Video Games

    [PANEL] Writing for Video Games

    Ian Gregory Tan (Co-Founder & Creative Director, Witching Hour Studios), Andre Pong (Designer, Gattai Games)

    Modern-day video games now have some of the best stories of any form of media. However, unlike non-interactive media, stories don’t always come first. Learn how technology and gameplay interacts with video game scripting, and both informs it and is informed by it from three (four?) video game writers.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Ian starting working young and returned to his studies at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts at 23. In 2010, Ian co-founded Witching Hour Studios with some friends. Six years on, Witching Hour has garnered awards and international recognition for their line of Ravenmark games and the off-kilter Romans in My Carpet!. Their latest title, Masquerada: Songs and Shadows, was successfully funded on Kickstarter.

I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya)

I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya)

Performer (Indonesia)
  • Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story)
    Country of Focus

    Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story) (For 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer), Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller)

    Balinese performers unveil the Ramayana Story of how Anoman, the monkey warrior, helped King Rama to get his wife, Sita, back from the evil giant from Alengka. Children, don't miss this rare chance to create a paper puppet based on the Ramayana story, and learn how to start your own puppet shows at home!

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:00am – 11:45am Jurong Regional Library – B1 Stage Area

  • Tarunajaya Dance I
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance I (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance demonstrates how there are many reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 12:45pm – 1:00pm L1, Plaza

  • Tarunajaya Dance II
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance II (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance shows that while there may be many reasons to go to war, there are many more reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 2:15pm L1, Plaza

Natya was born in Sukawati-Gianyar. As an artist, he studied dance art, gamelan art, and shadow puppet play. Natya won first place at the Shadow Puppet Play Competition for Bali Youth in 2013. Some of his international performances were: Workshop and Collaboration for Shadow Puppet Play “Chaya Khata” at Lalitkala Academy, Chennai, India 2011; and Workshop and Shadow Puppet Play on Asian Storytelling in Paju, South Korea 2014.

Ida Farida

Ida Farida

Liaison Officer, INABBY (Indonesia)
  • Please Tell Me a Story Again! - Bibliotherapy for Hospitalised Children with Cancer
    Country of Focus

    Please Tell Me a Story Again! - Bibliotherapy for Hospitalised Children with Cancer

    Ida Farida (Liaison Officer, INABBY), Tety Elida (Lecturer; Vice President, SACL)

    This session will focus on the therapeutic impact of telling stories using different mediums, especially books for hospitalised children with cancer in a public hospital in Jakarta. Ida and Tety will tell you about the storytelling programme carried out by Society for the Advancement of Children's Literature (SACL) since 1993.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Ida is a Lecturer of Library and Information Science at the Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University Jakarta. She is actively engaged in promoting children's interest in books, conducting storytelling sessions, and offering training to teachers and librarians.

inwardBOUND

inwardBOUND

Drama School (Singapore)
  • Karung Guni Boy
    Based on the picture book "Karung Guni Boy"

    Karung Guni Boy (For 4-6 years, 5-7 years, 7-9 years)
    Based on the picture book "Karung Guni Boy"

    inwardBOUND (Drama School)

    Come see a beautiful picture book come alive as creative Ming becomes inspired by the Karung Guni man and makes things out of objects he collects. Find out what he'll invent that will make his neighbours so pleased!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:00am L1, Plaza

  • Magic in the Community

    Magic in the Community (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    inwardBOUND (Drama School)

    inwardBOUND has been working with Primary 5 students from Anderson Primary school to develop playlets around the theme ‘Magic in the Community’. The children were asked to brainstorm different ways to create ‘magic’ in their various communities - in class, in school and in their neighbourhoods. The children wrote stories on how to be a better member of their communities by resolving conflicts peacefully, practicing positive values such as respect for all and empathy, and creating a close knit community. Through imagination, play and creation in the dramatic space, the children took ownership of their playlets in rehearsing their characters and crafting props as the backdrop for their stories which they will share with the audience today. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:00am L1, Plaza

inwardBOUND was formed by Nora Crothers in 2003. Spearheaded by her, inwardBOUND and her team of accredited drama trainers are continuously uplifting the standard of drama in Singapore. Their plays are recognised as being both heart-warming and provocative. In addition to directing youth theatre, inwardBOUND has been developing course structures for drama curriculum and creating niche areas for drama in schools.

Irfan Amalee

Irfan Amalee

CEO, Mizan Application Publisher (Indonesia)
  • Indonesian Digital Books: Mizan Publishing
    Country of Focus

    Indonesian Digital Books: Mizan Publishing

    Irfan Amalee (CEO, Mizan Application Publisher)

    The book industry is now facing a big challenge. In the digital world, the book industry is required to adapt to the changes. It is easier for consumers to change reading habits from print to digital, but it is not as easy for publishers to change the business model. Join Irfan as he elaborates on the future of digital books and app books in Indonesia.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Irfan Amalee has 15 years of experience in the children's book industry. He has written, co-written and edited more than 20 books. Previously the CEO of Pelangi Mizan, Irfan is now the CEO of Mizan Applications Publisher, which is responsible for digital publishing in the Mizan Group.

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James Mayhew

James Mayhew

Author and Illustrator (UK)
  • Creating Books that Matter
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Creating Books that Matter

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    What are the themes that matter to you the most? A session on how to find your passions and share them, to create meaningful books that deserve to be published.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 9:00am – 10:00am L16, The Pod

  • Picture Books as Theatre: Creating Drama in Illustrations
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Picture Books as Theatre: Creating Drama in Illustrations

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    From opening the cover to raising the curtain, a picture book is like a theatrical experience for a child, with the illustrator as set designer, costume designer, actor and director. Discover how books can creature suspense and drama through the turning of the page.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

  • Playing with Pictures: Exploring Pacing, Design and Storytelling in Picture Books

    Playing with Pictures: Exploring Pacing, Design and Storytelling in Picture Books

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    For: Intermediate illustrators
    Materials to bring: Sketchbook, graphite pencils, text for a picture book, colouring materials and paints that you prefer

    Become a better visual storyteller by managing/marrying your words and illustrations with a delicate balance. Learn all about creating original and appealing characters and the good use of colour and composition, the sum of which is bound to grab the attention of publishers.

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    Part of Masterclasses
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:00am – 6:00pm Singapore Management University – Classroom 4.1, Level 4, School of Social Sciences

  • Portfolio Review
    Illustration & Book Design

    Portfolio Review

    David Liew (Illustrator), Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    At this exclusive AFCC session, delegates get a special chance to have a one-to-one consultation session with illustrators from Asia and around the world and show them their children’s book illustrations. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L16, The Pod

  • Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling)

    Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling) (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    BronzAge Gamelan (Music group), Joyce Teo (Gamelan Music Teacher, Lecturer), Rosemarie Somaiah (Storyteller), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    The art of storytelling accompanied by music is an ancient tradition practised across Asia. This performance, presented by BronzAge Gamelan (music), Rosemarie Somaiah (storyteller) and James Mayhew (illustrator) is a contemporary take on this tradition and features two well-known legends from Singapore and Indonesia. This performance features original songs composed by Zachary Chan (Tale of Bukit Merah) and arrangements of Sundanese folksongs by Joyce Teo (Legend of Sang Kuriang). Be mesmerised by the Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:10pm – 1:55pm L1, Plaza

  • [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    First Look is an opportunity for illustrators who are considering publishing a picture book to share their illustrations with a panel of international publishing experts who will view the illustrations and comment on the illustrations before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire

    Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), David Liew (Illustrator)

    A children’s author who writes plays, a children’s book illustrator who designs stage sets and another illustrator who paints at concerts come together in this panel. They will share stories of how each of them pushed boundaries and expanded their fields, and how you can too.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

James Mayhew is the award-winning creator of the Katie and Ella Bella books. He also presents classical concerts for children, combining live illustrations and music. A passionate advocate of art, music and culture for children, James is in demand internationally as a speaker and educator.

Janes Maryon Silooy

Janes Maryon Silooy

Student and Performer (Indonesia)
  • Batu Badaong
    Country of Focus

    Batu Badaong (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)

    Christian Tamaela (Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician), Alfen Tamaela (Student and Performer), Janes Maryon Silooy (Student and Performer), Vondie Clementin Silooy (Student and Performer)

    In this musical performance unlike any other, leaves and sounds of nature are used in a one-of-a-kind storytelling. With music and poetry, musicians from Ambon regale a folktale of a poor girl who sang the Batu Badaong song to a rock, which is said to hold the spirits of her ancestors. Join this enthralling performance and find out if she will be saved from her miseries. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 12:45pm – 1:00pm B1, My Tree House

Janes is a member of the Booyratan arts group, and plays local traditional music instruments and songs.

Jane Vejjajiva

Jane Vejjajiva

Freelance Writer (Thailand)
  • Improvise Your Way Out of Writer’s Block
    Kidlit

    Improvise Your Way Out of Writer’s Block

    Jane Vejjajiva (Freelance Writer)

    You’ve probably experienced getting stuck while writing. How can you get un-stuck? Techniques may vary, but Jane’s favourite method is improvisation. Learn how you can use unpredictability to come up with a story.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Imagination Room

Jane Vejjajiva is an award-winning author behind the novels Bird's Song, Golden Sky, and The Happiness of Kati. She is the Managing Director of Silkroad Publishers Agency and has translated many titles including Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J. K. Rowling, and The Miraculous Journe of Edward Tulane, and Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

JC Wong

JC Wong artandlifejcwong.blogspot.sg/

Senior Storyboard Artist, Ubisoft Singapore (Malaysia/Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    [PANEL] Freelance Does Not Mean Free

    Darren Tan (Freelance Digital Artist), JC Wong (Senior Storyboard Artist, Ubisoft Singapore), Gary Choo (Senior Concept Artist, Illustrator)

    Being a freelancer essentially means running your own small business, and freelance artists have to effectively navigate and balance between the creative and business side of their freelancing. Join successful freelancing visual artists Darren Tan, JC Wong, and Gary Choo as they discuss the trials and tribulations of freelancing for video games, movies, comic books, and more.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

JC Wong has years of exploration in the field of creativity. His artworks are expressed through various platforms including animated films, books, comics and video games. JC is from Penang, Malaysia, and currently lives in Singapore, working as a Senior Concept Artist for Ubisoft Singapore.

JF Koh

JF Koh panelgraph.com

Writer and editor (Singapore)
  • Making Sense of the Singaporean and Indonesian Comics Scene
    Comics Illustration & Book Design

    Making Sense of the Singaporean and Indonesian Comics Scene

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher), JF Koh (Writer and editor)

    Join Rizqi and JF as they delve into the Singaporean and Indonesian comics scene and identify the latest comic creators, trends and organisations, and analyse the comics market in the two neighboring countries.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • [PANEL] The Creators League
    Comics Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Creators League

    David Liew (Illustrator), Marco Sparmberg (Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore ), JF Koh (Writer and editor), Maisarah A.S (Municipal Liaison, NaNoWriMo (Singapore Chapter))

    No person is an island. In this panel discussion, members from different creator communities band together to talk about how groups push them to greater heights and gives them an edge.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

JF Koh is a freelance web coder who loves to write science fiction, fantasy and horror. In 2010, he helped to bring the 24-Hour Comics Day challenge to Singapore. He edits Panelgraph Showcase, an online comics anthology which he founded in 2015.

Johnny Tjia

Johnny Tjia

Language researcher, Sulinama Foundation (Indonesia)
  • Mother Tongue in a Land with Over 700 Languages
    Country of Focus

    Mother Tongue in a Land with Over 700 Languages

    Johnny Tjia (Language researcher, Sulinama Foundation), Felicia Utorodewo (Former Director, SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Language)

    As Indonesia modernises, Mother Tongue and folktales take on an important role in improving children’s literacy skills. Dr Felicia will expand on how SEAMEO QITEP engages children and build the knowledge of their own tradition and culture, and Johnny will accentuate the necessity of telling children folktales in their Mother Tongue.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Johnny Tjia obtained his PhD in linguistics from the University of Leiden. He currently works with Sulinama Foundation in Ambon, conducting linguistic research and managing basic education programmes in several local languages.

John Tung

John Tung

Assistant Curator, Singapore Art Museum (Singapore)
  • Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum
    Pre-school Primary

    Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum

    Wang Tingting (Museum Educator, Singaport Art Museum), Stephanie Wong (Graphic Designer, Singaport Art Museum), John Tung (Assistant Curator, Singapore Art Museum)

    When art meets the written word, the storytelling experience becomes more interactive, even whimsical. Glimpse into how visual, verbal and cultural literacy is encouraged through tactile interactive artworks at the Children Season’s exhibition, Imaginarium, at the Singapore Art Museum.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L5, Possibility Room

John Tung oversees the Thai contemporary art portfolio at the Singapore Art Museum. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Arts Management and a Master of Arts in Cultural Management. Exhibitions he has curated at the Singapore Art Museum include Imaginarium: Over the Ocean, Under the Sea and Odyssey: Navigating Nameless Seas. He is also one of the co-curators of the Singapore Biennale 2016 – An Atlas of Mirrors.

Joyce Teo

Joyce Teo

Gamelan Music Teacher, Lecturer (Singapore)
  • Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling)

    Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling) (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    BronzAge Gamelan (Music group), Joyce Teo (Gamelan Music Teacher, Lecturer), Rosemarie Somaiah (Storyteller), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    The art of storytelling accompanied by music is an ancient tradition practised across Asia. This performance, presented by BronzAge Gamelan (music), Rosemarie Somaiah (storyteller) and James Mayhew (illustrator) is a contemporary take on this tradition and features two well-known legends from Singapore and Indonesia. This performance features original songs composed by Zachary Chan (Tale of Bukit Merah) and arrangements of Sundanese folksongs by Joyce Teo (Legend of Sang Kuriang). Be mesmerised by the Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:10pm – 1:55pm L1, Plaza

Joyce Teo is a musician, composer, researcher and ethnomusicologist, and is the first qualified gamelan music teacher in Singapore. Specialising in Javanese and Sundanese gamelan music, she has composed for dance, theatre and film, and taught gamelan in universities in Australia and Thailand. Joyce is currently mentor to BronzAge Gamelan Ensemble and external assessor for the National Arts Council, and is also an adjunct lecturer in Arts Management at Republic Polytechnic.and the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.

Julie Greene

Julie Greene

Executive Creative Director & Executive Producer, Hi-5 (Australia)
  • 20 Years of Hi-5 and its Continued Relevance

    20 Years of Hi-5 and its Continued Relevance

    Julie Greene (Executive Creative Director & Executive Producer, Hi-5 )

    Hi-5 is a world-renowned pre-school show that has adapted to stay relevant, while still keeping to its core values and message. Join Executive Creative Director & Executive Producer of Hi-5 Julie Greene as she discusses the show’s core values and educational foundations. She will explain how this makes Hi-5 relatable and relevant to an international audience and how it’s managed to do so since its creation in 1998.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Julie Greene has been working as a producer of television for 18 years and has been in the television industry for over 20. She worked as a producer with Disney Channel Australia/New Zealand for three years before being invited to produce Hi-5. Julie has been with Hi-5 for 12 years and for seven of those, the Hi-5 television series was nominated for seven Logie Awards over seven consecutive years for Most Outstanding Children’s Program.

Justin Deimen

Justin Deimen

Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc. (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

Justin Deimen is the co-founder of the SE Asian Audio-Visual Association and the SE Asian Film Financing Forum, ASEAN’s only media financing network and platform. He serves as managing partner of the USD30m Aurora Global Media Capital fund, SE Asia's largest private content and media investment entity focusing on entertainment properties and media assets worldwide.

Jyotirmoy Saha

Jyotirmoy Saha

Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • Storytelling Across Platforms

    Storytelling Across Platforms

    Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings)

    Cross-platform storytelling involves creating content that engages an audience using various techniques that permeate their daily lives. This session tracks the creation and production of Barangay 143, an upcoming action drama title by August Media, and all its forays on digital, mobile, TV and licensed products.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Trina Ha (Director, Legal, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore)

    Thanks to new technologies and storytelling avenues, the many ways to exploit intellectual property have multiplied even more. Learn about the different forms beyond print that your IP could take from experienced individuals in the buying, selling, and legal sectors.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

Jyotirmoy Saha is the Founder and CEO of August Media Holdings – one of South East Asia’s leading IP production companies and a recipient of several industry awards. He has been credited in more than 45 animated and live action titles. He holds a master's degree in Physics, an MBA degree and enjoys astronomy in his free time.

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Kadek Suartaya (Kadek)

Kadek Suartaya (Kadek)

Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director (Indonesia)
  • Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story)
    Country of Focus

    Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story) (For 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer), Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller)

    Balinese performers unveil the Ramayana Story of how Anoman, the monkey warrior, helped King Rama to get his wife, Sita, back from the evil giant from Alengka. Children, don't miss this rare chance to create a paper puppet based on the Ramayana story, and learn how to start your own puppet shows at home!

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:00am – 11:45am Jurong Regional Library – B1 Stage Area

  • Tarunajaya Dance I
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance I (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance demonstrates how there are many reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 12:45pm – 1:00pm L1, Plaza

  • Tarunajaya Dance II
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance II (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance shows that while there may be many reasons to go to war, there are many more reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 2:15pm L1, Plaza

Kadek Suartaya was born in Sukawati-Gianyar. Kadek began pursuing his interest in puppet-painting art, gamelan art, dance art and performance art from an early age. Kadek also studied art formally in the School of Art. In 1991, he became a lecturer in the Indonesia Art Institute Denpasar. He has performed in Europe, US, and in various countries in Asia. Art performances, for which he served as an Art Director, have been shown in Bali, Jakarta, Bandung and Yogyakarta. 

Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo

Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo

Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak
    Primary

    [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak

    Rishav Gupta (Author and Illustrator), Lekha Bhattacharjee (Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus)), Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal (Student), Aidan MacKay (Student, Canadian International School ), Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo (Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School)

    What do children read these days? Get into the minds of a child as students from different schools in early primary talk about genres, characters and creators that captivate them and why.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Kaleb Jonathon is a Primary 5 student at Ang Mo Kio Primary School. He loves to play sports like tennis and running. Reading is a form of relaxation for him and is also his way of going places without having to travel. Thrillers, mysteries and stories with humour are just some of the books he enjoys reading.

Karen Tang

Karen Tang

Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

Karen Tang has close to 10 years of experience in media content production. Her expertise includes producing animation shows, developing licensing and merchandising, and creating co-production partnerships. At Viacom International Media Networks, she is responsible for Nickelodeon’s programming planning and content acquisition in Southeast Asia. Tang was previously Vice President of Production and Marketing at Singapore production company Peach Blossom Media.

Kari Love

Kari Love

Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist (USA)
  • If You Can’t Imagine It, You Can’t Be It
    Pre-school Primary

    If You Can’t Imagine It, You Can’t Be It

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist), Kim-Chua Loo Huang (Assistant Professor, Embre-Riddle Aeronautical University )

    “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Two speakers discuss this question with new lenses. Kari Love talks about how real job paths can be stranger than fiction, and that it is necessary to broaden futures children can imagine for themselves, while Professor Kim-Chua debunks female stereotypes in literature to inspire more girls to join Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm L5, Possibility Room

  • Refresh Your Futures: New Horizons from Soft Robotics

    Refresh Your Futures: New Horizons from Soft Robotics

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist)

    Science fact and fiction intermingle, with real innovations inspiring storytelling, and artistic visions inspiring researchers. Infuse your potential creative present and futures by exploring soft robotics, bio-inspired robotics, and space.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist), Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali (Author), Monica Lim (Author and Founder, Hedgehog Communications)

    Get your gadgets and gizmos ready for a timeless adventure with the speakers, Kari, Hassan and Monica, as they navigate through the world of science-fiction and help you gravitate readers towards your story.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Kari Love built an unconventional career mixing soft robotics, spacesuits, costumes and puppets. Highlights include Super-Releaser soft robotics R&D, serving as a technical expert on 5 NASA contracts, her Spider-Man:Turn Off The Dark Broadway costume being inducted into the Smithsonian, and working at The Jim Henson Company on Sesame Street.

Kathleen Ahrens

Kathleen Ahrens www.kathleenahrens.com

Professor, Department of English at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and member of the Board of Advisors, Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (Hong Kong)
  • Deep Point-of-View: What It Is, What It Does, and How to Write It
    Kidlit YA

    Deep Point-of-View: What It Is, What It Does, and How to Write It

    Kathleen Ahrens (Professor, Department of English at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and member of the Board of Advisors, Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators)

    Writing in deep point-of-view allows writers to succinctly show the emotions their character is feeling, without telling the reader what these feelings are. This talk will review the basics of point-of-view, and explain the concept of deep point-of-view using multiple examples from recently published novels. Writers should bring several pages from their own middle-grade or young adult novel and be prepared to do short writing exercises so that they can incorporate this technique into their own work.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Kathleen Ahrens is a Professor in the Department of English at Hong Kong Polytechnic University and is on the Board of Advisors for the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators. Professor Ahrens has judged for the Feng-Zi Kai Picture Book Award and Hong Kong Picture Book Award and has been invited to give talks in Europe, Asia and the US on topics relating to language in children's literature, picture book evaluation, and writing for children and young adults.

Keisuke Fukaya

Keisuke Fukaya

Professor, College of Contemporary Education, Chubu University (Japan)
  • Have Fun Learning with Dictionaries: A Hands-On Workshop by Dr Fukaya
    Primary

    Have Fun Learning with Dictionaries: A Hands-On Workshop by Dr Fukaya

    Keisuke Fukaya (Professor, College of Contemporary Education, Chubu University)

    Parents, explore a new and popular method in Japan to help your children learn new words. Using post-its, Dr Fukaya will lead you through this visual method, which will help your child enjoy learning new words and become more active in reading!

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 4:00pm – 5:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • Jishobiki: The Japanese Approach to Enhancing Children’s Knowledge and Use of Dictionaries
    Primary

    Jishobiki: The Japanese Approach to Enhancing Children’s Knowledge and Use of Dictionaries

    Keisuke Fukaya (Professor, College of Contemporary Education, Chubu University)

    Find out more about a popular method in Japan, using post-its and dictionaries, to help children learn words and gain knowledge. In this session, Dr Fukaya will share this innovative and colourful approach he developed which you can use in your class or at home.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:45am – 12:45pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Keisuke Fukaya, PhD, is a professor of contemporary education at Chubu University. He previously served as principal of Ritsumeikan Primary School. He developed the “dictionary bookmarking” method of study, in which children are encouraged to look up words in their dictionaries and bookmark them with sticky labels as a way of promoting the joy of learning.   

Khairiyah Aziz

Khairiyah Aziz

Associate Librarian, National Library Board (Singapore)
  • Kids Lit Quiz™: Rewarding Readers by Promoting Reading as a Sport
    Primary

    Kids Lit Quiz™: Rewarding Readers by Promoting Reading as a Sport

    Rafidah Angullia (Associate Librarian, National Library Board ), Khairiyah Aziz (Associate Librarian, National Library Board)

    Through Kids’ Lit Quiz™ competition, the National Library Board in Singapore created a plethora of activities to promote reading as a sport, making it more appealing and rewarding to all readers, not just those participating in the contest.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Khairiyah Aziz is a Read@School librarian with the National Library Board, an outreach team delivering reading programmes for students aged 7 to 17. Over the years, she has been involved in different camps and competitions as part of the Read@School initiative. In 2016, Khairiyah will also be involved in organising the Singapore’s Kids’ Lit Quiz.

Kim-Chua Loo Huang

Kim-Chua Loo Huang

Assistant Professor, Embre-Riddle Aeronautical University (Singapore)
  • If You Can’t Imagine It, You Can’t Be It
    Pre-school Primary

    If You Can’t Imagine It, You Can’t Be It

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist), Kim-Chua Loo Huang (Assistant Professor, Embre-Riddle Aeronautical University )

    “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Two speakers discuss this question with new lenses. Kari Love talks about how real job paths can be stranger than fiction, and that it is necessary to broaden futures children can imagine for themselves, while Professor Kim-Chua debunks female stereotypes in literature to inspire more girls to join Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm L5, Possibility Room

Kim-Chua has been involved in higher education and professional development since 2007. Currently, she heads the Language and Communication department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). She is also actively involved in consultancy and research initiatives, where she creates creative and innovative learning experiences for educators in the digital education landscape.

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Lee Battersby

Lee Battersby battersblog.blogspot.com

Author (Australia)
  • Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?
    Kidlit YA

    Authors Debate: Who Writes Better Books- Introverts or Extroverts?

    Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Lee Battersby (Author), Angela Cerrito (SCBWI Assistant International Advisor and Author)

    Be it whether you are an extrovert, or introvert, or maybe even an ambivert, you are welcome to this debate. Does personality beget writing? How much does one’s character influence his or her talent or style? Speakers, Cynthea, Don, Lee and Angela, give their perspectives on the topic.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

  • Not So Happily Ever After: Strange and Spooky Tales
    Kidlit YA

    Not So Happily Ever After: Strange and Spooky Tales

    Lee Battersby (Author), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author)

    Children love the thrill of books that casts shadows. Create a narrative that chills and excites the imagination. Heidi Shamsuddin will uncover dark and spooky folklores in Asia while Lee Battersby will explore techniques that will give your readers a scare.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

  • Writing the Weird

    Writing the Weird

    Lee Battersby (Author)

    For Middle-Grade or YA fiction
    Materials will be provided

    How do you write stories that grip, thrill and spook children of all ages? Invert the world, add strange elements, and bend the laws of physics to breaking point. Award-winning writer Lee Battersby will take participants through the stages of world-building, story construction, and creating the fantastic, with an eye to creating stories that disturb, thrill, and go bump in the night.

    Register

    Part of Masterclasses
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:00am – 6:00pm Singapore Management University – Seminar Room 3.3, Level 3, School of Social Sciences

  • [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique

    Lee Battersby (Author), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Susan Long (General Manager, Straits Times Press)

    Writers are invited to submit their best first page of an unpublished manuscript to be read and commented on by a panel of international publishing experts before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Lee Battersby is the author of three novels and over 80 stories in Australia, the US and Europe. He lives in Western Australia with his wife, author Lyn Battersby, and blogs at the Battersblog. He is sadly obsessed with Lego, Nottingham Forest Football Club, Daleks and dinosaurs.

Lefty

Lefty

Comic artist; Co-founder of Gilamon Comics (Malaysia)
  • Comic Adaptation: From Novel to Graphic Novel
    Comics

    Comic Adaptation: From Novel to Graphic Novel

    Lefty (Comic artist; Co-founder of Gilamon Comics)

    Pick up your pencil and transform a novel to a graphic novel. Join Lefty as he walks through the process, from discussions about original scripts and story breakdowns, to character design and mediums to use, and gain insights into creating comics.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 9:00am – 10:00am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?
    Comics Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher), Lefty (Comic artist; Co-founder of Gilamon Comics), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.)

    What gives Asian comics an edge? Do they stand out from international comics? Comic creators look at the characters, setting and style in Asian comics and discuss what sets them apart or makes them different.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Lefty is a comic book artist/illustrator who worked in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore before returning to Penang in 2010. Lefty created the Major Zombie and Jimi Germ comics series under the Gilamon banner. He is also a part-time lecturer at The One Academy Penang.

Lekha Bhattacharjee

Lekha Bhattacharjee

Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus) (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak
    Primary

    [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak

    Rishav Gupta (Author and Illustrator), Lekha Bhattacharjee (Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus)), Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal (Student), Aidan MacKay (Student, Canadian International School ), Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo (Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School)

    What do children read these days? Get into the minds of a child as students from different schools in early primary talk about genres, characters and creators that captivate them and why.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

A voracious reader, Lekha enjoys a wide range of genres. She is a student in grade 3 at United World College, and is excited about sharing her reading choices with fellow students and their parents. In addition to reading, she enjoys drama and dance.

Leslee Udwin

Leslee Udwin

Founder & CEO, THINK EQUAL (UK)
  • Educating the Heart through Books
    Kidlit

    Educating the Heart through Books

    Leslee Udwin (Founder & CEO, THINK EQUAL)

    Rape, violence and abuse- how do we make sense of and meet atrocities in the world? Recipient of Swedish Anna Lindh Human Rights Award, Leslee Udwin, argues that the lack of children’s books from an early age, together with a dearth of social and emotional learning in education, bring about lasting social problems.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

  • Empowering Change through the Missing School Subject
    Pre-school Primary

    Empowering Change through the Missing School Subject

    Leslee Udwin (Founder & CEO, THINK EQUAL)

    Rape, violence and abuse- how do we make sense of and meet atrocities in the world? Recipient of Swedish Anna Lindh Human Rights Award, Leslee Udwin, argues that the lack of children’s books from an early age, together with a dearth of social and emotional learning in education, bring about lasting social problems.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am L16, The Pod

Founder & CEO of the non-for-profit organisation THINK EQUAL, Leslee is a filmmaker and human rights activist. Her films include Best Film British Oscar-winning “East is East” and last year’s Peabody award-winning documentary “India’s Daughter”, which sparked a global movement to end violence against women. She was voted by The New York Times as the No 2 Woman of Impact 2015 (after Hilary Clinton), and also won the prestigious Swedish Anna Lindh Human Rights Award.

Leslie Davis

Leslie Davis

Training Consultant, British Council (Singapore)
  • Reading without Words: Techniques for Developing Visual Literacy
    Primary

    Reading without Words: Techniques for Developing Visual Literacy

    Leslie Davis (Training Consultant, British Council )

    Using Shaun Tan’s The Arrival, a moving tale of the immigrant experience told entirely without words, Leslie Davis illustrates techniques to promote the ability to interpret, negotiate and make meaning from information presented in the form of images. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm L5, Imagination Room

  • The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Child Develop Emotional Literacy
    Primary

    The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Child Develop Emotional Literacy

    Leslie Davis (Training Consultant, British Council ), Angie Chew (Executive Director, Brahm Centre)

    Mindfulness is an essential life skill that builds mental resilience. Listen to Angie share about how it can improve concentration and emotional well-being, while Leslie will show you how to use children’s literature to teach children to better manage their emotions, relationships and success in life. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L5, Imagination Room

Leslie Davis has been an educator for a decade in a variety of contexts – as an English teacher in an international school in Turkey, a Literacy teacher in public schools in the US, and teaching EFL to adults in New Zealand. She is passionate about supporting educators to find solutions for issues in their classroom. Recently, through masterclasses and workshops, Leslie has focused on Subject Literacy, Oracy and Encouraging Personal Response.

Leslie Lee

Leslie Lee

Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia) (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

Leslie Lee has worked for Disney for the past 10 years where he is responsible for the on-air content - programming, acquisitions and operations – for the Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney XD, as well as branded blocks on Free-To-Air channels across Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam. He drives the strategy for the company’s content and franchises across multiple platforms, including music and Disney’s localisation efforts in the region.

Lydia Leong

Lydia Leong

Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Andrea Pasion-Flores (General Manager, Anvil Philippines), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Lydia Leong (Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia)), Yong Shu Chiang (Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books), Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    In this Speed Pitching session, AFCC Writers and Illustrators Conference delegates have 5-10 minutes to pitch their children’s books ideas to literary agents and publishing representatives from USA, Slovakia, Singapore, and Philippines. This could be your chance to get your works published! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

Lydia spent more than a decade filling the bookshelves at Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) with books on a miscellany of hunger-inducing culinary topics, in recognition that food is a language that crosses all cultures. She also enjoys being lost in the world of make-believe and is constantly on the lookout for stories to help children lose their way too.

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Maisarah A.S

Maisarah A.S

Municipal Liaison, NaNoWriMo (Singapore Chapter) (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] The Creators League
    Comics Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Creators League

    David Liew (Illustrator), Marco Sparmberg (Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore ), JF Koh (Writer and editor), Maisarah A.S (Municipal Liaison, NaNoWriMo (Singapore Chapter))

    No person is an island. In this panel discussion, members from different creator communities band together to talk about how groups push them to greater heights and gives them an edge.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Maisarah is one of the municipal liaisons for NaNoWriMo in Singapore. She can be found blogging www.seriouslysarah.com and has been published in a few SFF anthologies. She was the co-editor for The Steampowered Globe, the first steampunk anthology published in Singapore.

Marc Checkley

Marc Checkley

Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE (Singapore and Switzerland)
  • Pitch Perfect. The Ultimate Pitch-Ready Workshop! (2 sessions in duration)

    Pitch Perfect. The Ultimate Pitch-Ready Workshop! (2 sessions in duration)

    Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE)

    Do you have an amazing idea or series concept but no clue how to bring it together and pitch it to the right people? Never fear, this fun pitch workshop provides all the necessary tools, skills, feedback and info to make you a pitch-pro! There will be no stopping you! 

    Note: Please note that this workshop spans across 2 sessions, and is mandatory for all Speed Pitching (Media) participants. To apply for Speed Pitching (Media), please click this link.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

Marc has more than 15 years of experience in broadcasting, content production, development and consultancy across the Asia-Pacific. He regularly speaks at creative industry events, and conducts workshops in ideation and public speaking. Marc is current Chairman of the AFCC's Cross-Platform Summit, judge of the Vancouver Web Fest and was a key advisor to Singapore’s Workforce Development Agency for television and screenwriting training frameworks. In 2016, Marc launched IO Creative, a production, development and consultancy agency with offices in Singapore, UK and Switzerland.

Marco Sparmberg

Marco Sparmberg

Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore (Singapore)
  • Story-Hacking: A Journey of Narrative Creation

    Story-Hacking: A Journey of Narrative Creation

    Marco Sparmberg (Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore )

    Do not miss this hands-on story-hacking workshop. Participants will embark on a unique narrative journey. Passing through various stations, each “story-hacker” will use various methods and (physical) tools to create multiple narrative layers. Final results will be documented, presented and discussed among the groups.

    Note: Please note there are only 25 slots for this session. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • [PANEL] The Creators League
    Comics Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Creators League

    David Liew (Illustrator), Marco Sparmberg (Founder/organizer, StoryCode Singapore ), JF Koh (Writer and editor), Maisarah A.S (Municipal Liaison, NaNoWriMo (Singapore Chapter))

    No person is an island. In this panel discussion, members from different creator communities band together to talk about how groups push them to greater heights and gives them an edge.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Marco Sparmberg has worked on numerous new media pioneer projects in China, Hong Kong, Germany and the UK during the past 12 years. He is one of the leading transmedia evangelists in Asia. In 2014, he joined Singapore’s Mediacorp where he serves as Social Media Lead, accelerating the company’s digital transformation.

Marcus Goh

Marcus Goh

Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association Singapore (Singapore)
  • Understanding Dyslexia
    Pre-school Primary

    Understanding Dyslexia

    Marcus Goh (Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association Singapore), Rosalyn Wee (Senior Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association of Singapore)

    Learn about what dyslexics experience in their lives, and get to know who can help in the intervention process. Pick up teaching tips on how to help your child improve in their reading and comprehension from various hands-on activities.

    Note: This is a 90-min session.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Marcus Goh has been teaching students with dyslexia for almost two years, and has graduated with a Second Upper Honours degree in Psychological Sciences. Recently, he was awarded with a Specialist Diploma in Educational Therapy. From 1994–1998, Marcus was a student of the Dyslexia Association Singapore (DAS).

Marcus Leong

Marcus Leong

Associate Librarian, National Library Board (Singapore)
  • Motivating Kids to Read in a Techy Age
    Primary

    Motivating Kids to Read in a Techy Age

    Marcus Leong (Associate Librarian, National Library Board ), Charmaine Tan (Associate Librarian, National Library Board )

    What motivates Singaporean children to read? Local librarians share their experiences working with Primary School children, and talk about how to engage increasingly-tech savvy young readers. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Marcus has been with the National Library Board’s Read@School programme since 2012. He was Project Manager of Read@School’s signature Dare to Read activity (Secondary) in 2016 and 2017. He is based at Woodlands Regional Library.

Maria Alessandrino

Maria Alessandrino

Emerging writer, reviewer and Festival Program Coordinator (Australia)
  • Reading and Empathy
    Pre-school Primary

    Reading and Empathy

    Maria Alessandrino (Emerging writer, reviewer and Festival Program Coordinator)

    Looking at various children’s books that evoke empathy, Maria will explore how characters help nurture empathy in children, by guiding them in navigating a range of issues and expanding their understanding of the world.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Imagination Room

Maria Alessandrino is a writer, reviewer and book lover. She has worked in the publishing industry for over 10 years, predominantly in the children's sector, and is currently employed as Program Coordinator for the Perth Writers Festival. She lives in Perth, Western Australia.

Maria Christania Winardi

Maria Christania Winardi

Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Indonesia)

Maria was born and grew up in Indonesia, where she received her bachelor's degree in visual communication design at Bandung Institute of Technology. She then worked as a freelance graphic designer and spent a few years teaching in a kindergarten. In 2014, Maria moved to England In 2016, she received a Master of Arts in Children's Book Illustation from Cambridge School of Art. Maria is now represented by Bright Group International.

Marianne Dark

Marianne Dark

Headteacher, Lorna Whiston Sdn Bhd (Malaysia)
  • Reading for Meaning
    Pre-school Primary

    Reading for Meaning

    Marianne Dark (Headteacher, Lorna Whiston Sdn Bhd )

    Is there more to reading than simply knowing the phonic sounds and decoding the words on a page? In this interactive workshop, Marianne Dark examines the notion of reading for meaning, exploring practical activities and techniques for developing children’s understanding of the written word before, during and after reading.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 4:00pm – 5:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Marianne Dark has been an educator for 22 years, having worked with young learners in the UK, Italy and Malaysia. She has taught English to both native and non-native speakers of all ages in a variety of contexts, including secondary schools, corporate settings and private institutions. Currently the Head Teacher of Lorna Whiston, Kuala Lumpur, Marianne is also involved in delivering teacher training to both local and foreign teachers.

Martin Yakabuski

Martin Yakabuski

Training Consultant, British Council (Singapore)
  • Fostering Unity and Diversity through Children’s Literature
    Primary

    Fostering Unity and Diversity through Children’s Literature

    Martin Yakabuski (Training Consultant, British Council)

    Through the reading of Henry and the Kite Dragon, Martin Yakabuski expounds on how children’s literature can help children take on multiple perspectives and develop skills in communication and problem-solving, which are necessary components in developing a community.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Martin has worked in the field of education for 31 years. He has held primary and secondary teaching, coaching and consulting positions in Canada and South America. Martin is passionate about literacy, holding expertise in critical literacy and language development across the curriculum. He has developed and delivered the Prudential Creative Education Programme.

Mary George

Mary George

Editor and Child Development Consultant, News For Kids (Singapore)
  • Just-A-Minute Skits and Nonsense Verse: A Whacky Combo
    Primary

    Just-A-Minute Skits and Nonsense Verse: A Whacky Combo

    Mary George (Editor and Child Development Consultant, News For Kids)

    Do your children dread creative writing? The rhythm and rhyme of nonsense verse might work wonders and make writing irresistible. Using the whimsical poems of Dr Seuss, Edward Lear and Lewis Carroll as a starting point, Dr Mary George expands on how nonsense verse packaged into Just-a-Minute (JAM) skits can help students have fun with language.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Dr Mary George is a child development consultant and teacher educator. She currently writes primarily for emerging teens and publishes What's Up, a monthly newspaper for children in Singapore. Be it for adults or kids, Mary's primary focus is on educating for resilience, hope and wisdom.

Mary Iphigene D. Daradar

Mary Iphigene D. Daradar

Teacher, Psychologist, Consultant, Blogger, Gathering Books (Philippines)
  • Books@Blogs
    Diversity Kidlit

    Books@Blogs

    Mary Iphigene D. Daradar (Teacher, Psychologist, Consultant, Blogger, Gathering Books), Eileen Sim (Blogger)

    Have you considered blogging about books? Get a bird’s-eye view of kidlit with two bloggers, Eileen Sim (of Picture This Book) and Mary Iphigene Daradar (of Gathering Books). How do they target their readership, stand out from other book bloggers, and keep their blogs relevant to readers, creators and publishers?

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Imagination Room

Iphigene is a management consultant for a management consulting company. She is also a practicing psychologist as a psychometrician, counselor-in-training, and speaker. She teaches Grade 11 students personal development and reading and writing, and also teaches college students HR-related subjects. 

Mas Shafreen

Mas Shafreen

Compulsive Doodler (Singapore)
  • Illustrationary

    Illustrationary (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy), Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator ), Mas Shafreen (Compulsive Doodler)

    We know illustrators can draw. But can authors draw? In a game of Illustrationary, we put both children's authors and illustrators to the test. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

Wanton Doodle artist, Mas, is a corporate cog by day, illustrator by night, and founder of Band of Doodlers, with the dark eye circles to prove it.

Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt)

Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) www.paintinks-by-melt.com/

Illustrator (Singapore)
  • Illustrationary

    Illustrationary (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy), Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator ), Mas Shafreen (Compulsive Doodler)

    We know illustrators can draw. But can authors draw? In a game of Illustrationary, we put both children's authors and illustrators to the test. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

  • Portrait Me!

    Portrait Me! (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years, Young Adult)

    Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator )

    Catch the Festival Artists at a live portrait session to get a free illustation of you and your friends and family!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 1:30pm – 2:30pm L1, Plaza – Creative Corner

Going by the moniker PaintInks by Melt, Melissa’s work transports the viewer to imaginary lands where her love of animals is the anchor, and a total disregard for perspective is key. Her work is whimsical and has been exhibited internationally in countries such as Singapore, Australia and the United States.

Monica Lim

Monica Lim

Author and Founder, Hedgehog Communications (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] Reaching for the Stars in Sci-fi

    Kari Love (Creative Technologist & Soft Roboticist), Hassan Hasaa’Ree Ali (Author), Monica Lim (Author and Founder, Hedgehog Communications)

    Get your gadgets and gizmos ready for a timeless adventure with the speakers, Kari, Hassan and Monica, as they navigate through the world of science-fiction and help you gravitate readers towards your story.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Monica Lim is the author of The Good, the Bad and the PSLE, and co-author of the best-selling Secrets of Singapore and the Danger Dan and Gadget Girl series for children. Her books are published by Epigram Books. She has been interviewed by both local and international media including The Straits Times, The Business Times, Lianhe Zaobao, Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post, and the US documentary programme, Dan Rather Reports. 

Motti Aviram

Motti Aviram

TV Director & Children’s Content Developer (Israel)
  • Creating a Book from the End to the Beginning
    Kidlit

    Creating a Book from the End to the Beginning

    Motti Aviram (TV Director & Children’s Content Developer)

    Instead with starting with a story, Motti talks to kids directly to find out their needs. Together with a team of writers, behavioural experts, children’s focus groups and copywriters, he develops books that invite children to participate more actively.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Why Puppets?

    Why Puppets?

    Motti Aviram (TV Director & Children’s Content Developer)

    The advantages and disadvantages of casting puppets in children's TV shows. The essential knowledge needed in the field of incorporation puppets into children's TV shows or movies.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Writing Screenplays for Children’s Film & Television

    Writing Screenplays for Children’s Film & Television

    Motti Aviram (TV Director & Children’s Content Developer)

    The three basic principles of writing for children. An essential toolbox for people who want get to know their target audience better.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

Motti Aviram is a leading figure in the Israeli children’s television industry. He has created a large share of Israel’s most successful and appreciated children’s TV series. Recently, Motti published the book The Complete Guide to Screenwriting for Children’s Film & Television, aimed at people who want to specialise in scriptwriting for kids.

Murti Bunanta

Murti Bunanta

Children’s Literature Specialist and President, SACL and INABBY (Indonesia)
  • The Place of Young Writers in Indonesia
    Country of Focus

    The Place of Young Writers in Indonesia

    Murti Bunanta (Children’s Literature Specialist and President, SACL and INABBY ), Renny Yaniar (Children's Books Author)

    Two authors dive into this contentious question. Dr Murti Bunanta discusses the role of publishers, schools and parents in helping children to read well, as Renny Yaniar looks at young writers in Indonesia in changing the face of Indonesia’s publishing.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Dr Murti Bunanta is a children’s literature specialist, researcher, children’s folklorist, and an international award-winning author of 50 books published in Indonesia, Canada, and the USA. Her books have been translated into several languages. She is the founder and president of Society for the Advancement of Children’s Literature and Indonesian Section of IBBY that pioneered children's reading in Indonesia. She is an advocate for reading quality children’s books, and serves as a member of the AFCC Board of Advisors. 

Myra Garces-Bacsal

Myra Garces-Bacsal gatheringbooks.org

Educator, Reviewer, Blogger (Singapore)
  • Books from Around the World that Build Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Bridges
    (And Why Teachers Ought to Know Them)
    Pre-school Primary

    Books from Around the World that Build Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Bridges
    (And Why Teachers Ought to Know Them)

    Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Sarinajit Kaur (Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group, National Institute of Education)

    This session is meant to introduce a full range of international picturebooks to teachers (and other book lovers) that they can use to further social and emotional learning (SEL) competencies to their students. Text-sets on self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, and responsible decision-making will be shared to scaffold SEL pedagogy through the use of outstanding picturebooks from around the world. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Once Upon A Time in Singapore and the Philippines
    Filipino Grandmother Grimm and Singaporean Faery Tales - Subversions and Cultural Appropriations
    Diversity Kidlit

    Once Upon A Time in Singapore and the Philippines
    Filipino Grandmother Grimm and Singaporean Faery Tales - Subversions and Cultural Appropriations

    Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Sarinajit Kaur (Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group, National Institute of Education)

    This session would look at cultural strategies of appropriation in Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang (The Stories of Grandmother Basyang), early 20th century Filipino fairy tale stories of Severino Reyes - and the Singaporean spin-offs to four foreign fairy tales as seen in Little Red in the Hood and Hansel and Girl-Girl to cite two. The presentation would show how identities are constantly being remade as we shape and claim ownership over our own narratives and come up with our own happily-ever-afters.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Themed Stories from Asia and Beyond: Discovering Hidden Treasures
    Pre-school Primary

    Themed Stories from Asia and Beyond: Discovering Hidden Treasures

    Evelyn Sue Wong (Author), Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger)

    A new interactive website is offering an exciting resource for teachers and parents, with a themed collection of over 300 children’s picture books about water, rice, trees and birds from Asia, and around the world.  Explore how the collection has been used in student projects and performances, and its potential to engage young readers in discovering the unique and the universal in Asian literature, culture, heritage, and our natural environment. Dr Myra and Evelyn have been involved in this ongoing project and journey of discovery since it was launched at AFCC 2012.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Nadine Bailey (Teacher librarian, Canadian International School)

    Creators can step into the shoes of a teacher for one hour and learn what makes a book a treasured find. From beautiful illustrations to didactic language, speakers discuss their views on relevant and useful books children need and love.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

Dr Myra Garces-Bacsal is an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Education at Nanyang Technological University. She is the Programme Leader of the Master's and Bachelor’s Programme in High Ability Studies and Gifted Education. Dr Myra is also the founder of GatheringBooks.org, where she shares her passion for reading, children’s literature, poetry, and MG/YA fiction.

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Nadine Bailey

Nadine Bailey

Teacher librarian, Canadian International School (Singapore)
  • Blokes with Books: Can Social Belonging Impact on Reading Motivation and Skill for Young Boys?
    Primary

    Blokes with Books: Can Social Belonging Impact on Reading Motivation and Skill for Young Boys?

    Nadine Bailey (Teacher librarian, Canadian International School)

    For the past 1 and a half years, something special has been happening at a school campus in Singapore. Boys aged 8-12 are arguing about whose turn it is to read a desired book and rushing to join a book club that’s so full, it’s not taking any more members. How did this happen? More importantly, how can you recreate the magic in your school? Nadine will spill the beans at this session.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Nadine Bailey (Teacher librarian, Canadian International School)

    Creators can step into the shoes of a teacher for one hour and learn what makes a book a treasured find. From beautiful illustrations to didactic language, speakers discuss their views on relevant and useful books children need and love.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

Nadine Bailey (M Ed, MPhil, MBA, MIS) has lived and worked internationally for 24 years, in Africa, South America, Europe and Asia. Her areas of interest lie in language, identity and literacy, particularly related to students educated in a third culture environment. In an increasingly digitised educational environment she argues that librarians play an important role in guiding and enabling students and families to create personal learning networks in and for their mother tongue language.

Natashya Annabella Quincy

Natashya Annabella Quincy

Storyteller (Indonesia)
  • Mouse Deer and Turtle
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Mouse Deer and Turtle (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Gladys Gwyneth Quincy (Storyteller), Natashya Annabella Quincy (Storyteller)

    Tiger and other bigger animals are picking on Mouse Deer and Turtle, stealing the many fishes they catch. But Mouse Deer and Turtle are putting their foot down. Join this storytelling session and help Mouse Deer and Turtle think of a creative way to solve this problem!

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:30pm – 3:45pm B1, My Tree House

  • Suwidak Loro
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Suwidak Loro (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Gladys Gwyneth Quincy (Storyteller), Natashya Annabella Quincy (Storyteller)

    Unlike the princesses in other fairy tales, the main character, Suwidak Loro, was not very pretty. In fact, she only had 62 strands of hair. Join us for this storytelling of an Indonesian folktale of how Suwidak Loro met the King, and how her life changed forever.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:30pm – 3:45pm B1, My Tree House

Natashya Annabella Quincy has won prizes at various competitions including the Story Telling Competition in Mary Joseph Cup 2015 (1st place), Speech Competition in St. Bellarminus 2015 (1st place), and the Debate Competition in Mercu Buana University 2015 (2nd place). She is currently studying at the Monash College Jakarta. In her free time, Natasha loves to draw and work on crafts.

Noel Price

Noel Price

Writer, Director and Producer (Australia)
  • Scriptwriting Masterclass

    Scriptwriting Masterclass

    Noel Price (Writer, Director and Producer)

    For: Authors, producers, screenwriters, filmmakers
    Materials to bring: Something that you have written (e.g. short story, book, script, etc.)

    Come explore – via discussion and short practical exercises – some key issues about scriptwriting and writing for teenagers! This masterclass, led by renowned producer and director Noel Price, will touch on topics like ‘the idea’, story, characters, structure, genre and tone.

    Register

    Part of Masterclasses
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:00am – 6:00pm Singapore Management University – Seminar Room 3.4, Level 3, School of Social Sciences

  • Writing for Teens and Tweens

    Writing for Teens and Tweens

    Noel Price (Writer, Director and Producer)

    What characterises a ‘teen/tween’ audience and what challenges do writers face in catering to them? Noel Price, a writer- producer who achieved global success in this area addresses these questions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

Noel Price is Australia’s most successful creator/writer/producer of television programs for the ‘tween/teen’ audience. His shows have not only rated highly in Australia but have also been sold around the world. He has worked in a dozen different countries and with numerous international co-production partners.

Nora Crothers

Nora Crothers

Director, inwardBOUND (Singapore)
  • Throne-Time Storytelling
    Pre-school Primary

    Throne-Time Storytelling

    Nora Crothers (Director, inwardBOUND)

    This workshop is all about creating stories with your little one. From throne time to story-time, Nora will explore different methods to effortlessly incorporate creativity into your routine, lifestyle and relationship with your child. Through play-making and visual prompts, you can help your child to create an imaginative tale.

    Note: This is a 90-min session.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 4:00pm – 5:30pm L5, Possibility Room

Nora Crothers is the founder of inwardBOUND and a recipient of numerous Outstanding Contribution Awards for her efforts at developing drama in schools. She is also the first runner-up of Woman of Asia-Raising Star Award. Nora believes that theatre can be used as a means of social therapy and that it is a tool for education, empowerment and advocacy.

Nor Salehati Bte Ahmad Fauzi

Nor Salehati Bte Ahmad Fauzi

(Singapore)
  • Have Fun with Public Speaking
    Sesi Pengucapan Awam Yang Menyeronokkan dan Berkesan

    Have Fun with Public Speaking (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years)
    Sesi Pengucapan Awam Yang Menyeronokkan dan Berkesan

    Nor Salehati Bte Ahmad Fauzi ()

    Speaking skills are very useful for your everyday life as it helps you to build strong relationships with the people around you. Learn some fun techniques and powerful oral skills to bring out the speaker hiding within yourself!
    This session is in collaboration with  

    Kemahiran seseorang untuk berinteraksi amatlah penting kerana ia boleh membantu kita untuk merapatkan lagi hubungan dengan orang-orang di sekeliling kita. Mari kita pelajari teknik-teknik yang berguna dan seronok untuk membantu menyerlahkan potensi kita sebagai seorang penutur! Jom mengasah potensi si pembicara di dalam diri anda!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    26 Aug 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Jurong West Public Library – Programme Zone

Holding a position as a Curriculum Developer enables Nor Salehati to transform lesson plans to cater to the intended target audience. With the addition of design background, Nor Salehati is able to incorporate creativity into learning and create out of the box learning activities.  

Nur’afifah binte Mohd Hussain

Nur’afifah binte Mohd Hussain

Educator (Singapore)
  • [Malay programme] “Di Manakah Fifi?”: A Malay Book Dramatisation
    “Di Manakah Fifi?”: Bengkel Drama Berdasarkan Buku

    [Malay programme] “Di Manakah Fifi?”: A Malay Book Dramatisation (For 4-6 years)
    “Di Manakah Fifi?”: Bengkel Drama Berdasarkan Buku

    Nur’afifah binte Mohd Hussain (Educator)

    Session completed.

    Di manakah Fifi? Marilah ikuti kisah Ibu Ayam yang kehilangan anaknya, Fifi. Dengan kraf dan permainan, adik-adik akan mengenali watak-watak, jalan cerita dan melakonkan semula kisah ini dengan cara yang menyeronokkan!

    Where is Fifi? Let’s join Mother Hen in a search for her missing chick, Fifi! With crafts and games, children will learn to identify characters, recognise the plot, and roleplay the story in a fun way!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    18 Mar 2017 (Sat) 11:30am – 12:30pm Clementi Public Library – Programme Zone

Nur’afifah is an educator and a mother who is very passionate about children and books. She enjoys storytelling and dramatising stories with young children. Driven by her passion, she believes in providing a joyful environment for children to develop the love for learning.

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Orit Bergman

Orit Bergman

Author and Illustrator (Israel)
  • Illustrations Beyond the Page
    Illustration & Book Design

    Illustrations Beyond the Page

    Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator)

    What happens to your illustrations upon leaving the page? Book artist, Orit Bergman, takes you into the fascinating world of storytelling with pop-up architecture and body painting.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Playing with Pop Up: From an Idea to a Functioning Model

    Playing with Pop Up: From an Idea to a Functioning Model

    Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator)

    For: Illustrators and anyone interested in learning about pop-up books
    Materials will be provided.

    Learn the basic elements of pop-up book design! Examine beautiful published pop-up titles, and discover the tricks and tips to create pop-up from your own art using rules, intuition and trial and error.

    This AFCC 2017 masterclass will be led by Israeli writer/illustrator Orit Bergman, award-winning author of nine books that have been published in Israel, France, China and the United States. 

    Register

    Part of Masterclasses
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:00am – 1:00pm Singapore Management University – Classroom 4.3, Level 4, School of Social Sciences

  • Portfolio Review
    Illustration & Book Design

    Portfolio Review

    David Liew (Illustrator), Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    At this exclusive AFCC session, delegates get a special chance to have a one-to-one consultation session with illustrators from Asia and around the world and show them their children’s book illustrations. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    [PANEL] First Look: Illustration Critique

    James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    First Look is an opportunity for illustrators who are considering publishing a picture book to share their illustrations with a panel of international publishing experts who will view the illustrations and comment on the illustrations before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] The Sky is the Limit: Expanding Your Repertoire

    Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), David Liew (Illustrator)

    A children’s author who writes plays, a children’s book illustrator who designs stage sets and another illustrator who paints at concerts come together in this panel. They will share stories of how each of them pushed boundaries and expanded their fields, and how you can too.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Possibility Room

Orit Bergman is a writer and an illustrator of children books. She studied at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, where she currently teaches. She has written nine books, two of which she adapted for stage, and illustrated many books for various authors. Her books were published in Israel, France China and the United States, and have won many awards, which includes the Israel Museum’s Award for the Illustration of a Children’s Book and the Silver medal from the Society of Illustrators of New York.

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Paolo Fabregas

Paolo Fabregas

Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc. (Philippines)
  • How to Create a Graphic Novel the Advertising Way
    Comics

    How to Create a Graphic Novel the Advertising Way

    Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.)

    Nothing is more daunting or challenging. If only there was an efficient way we could create our original story faster. Paolo Fabregas will introduce the Advertising Way of Creating a Graphic Novel. Creative advertising agencies have mastered the art of churning out effective ideas in limited time. Paolo discovered that this same creative procedure can be used to create a graphic novel. You can use it too to write stories.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?
    Comics Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher), Lefty (Comic artist; Co-founder of Gilamon Comics), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.)

    What gives Asian comics an edge? Do they stand out from international comics? Comic creators look at the characters, setting and style in Asian comics and discuss what sets them apart or makes them different.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?

    Wai Chim (Author), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author), Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    As the message of diversity becomes more prevalent in publishing, it is crucial to ask who gets to create Asian stories. Join the content creators in this session as they give their stand on this question.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

When Paolo isn’t busy running after a deadline in his real job as an advertising creative, he’s trying his best to pretend to be a comic book artist. He squeezes in time to create his comic whenever, wherever he can. He lives in Manila with his wife and boys.

Petra Nagyová Džerengová

Petra Nagyová Džerengová

Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium (Slovakia)
  • A Peek into the Slovakian Children’s Book Market
    Diversity Kidlit Publishing

    A Peek into the Slovakian Children’s Book Market

    Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    Did you know books by Singaporean author, Emily Lim, were translated and will be sold in Slovakia in 2017? Take a tour of the Slovakian children’s book market, find out how it’s similar or different from the Singaporean book market, and how books from small countries can enter foreign markets.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 9:00am – 10:00am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • Divorce, Death and Other Difficult Topics
    Kidlit

    Divorce, Death and Other Difficult Topics

    Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    Over time, more authors written on difficult topics in children’s books, but its inclusion in kidlit is still contentious. Petra draws on her books and examples such as Astrid Lindgren’s The Brother’s Lionheart, arguing that it is necessary to open discussions about these issues with children.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Possibility Room

  • Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Andrea Pasion-Flores (General Manager, Anvil Philippines), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Lydia Leong (Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia)), Yong Shu Chiang (Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books), Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    In this Speed Pitching session, AFCC Writers and Illustrators Conference delegates have 5-10 minutes to pitch their children’s books ideas to literary agents and publishing representatives from USA, Slovakia, Singapore, and Philippines. This could be your chance to get your works published! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

Petra is a writer for adults and children, a news and TV-journalist, a mother of four, and owner of the publishing company, Verbarium, specialising in children’s and YA literature. Petra also looks out for books to introduce to the Slovakian book market. She has a regular column in Book Revue, the magazine focussing on new books in Slovakia. Petra also speaks German, French and Hungarian.

PJ Lynch

PJ Lynch

Author and Illustrator (Ireland)
  • Children’s Literature Lecture: Books from the Island of Story-Tellers
    Diversity Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    Children’s Literature Lecture: Books from the Island of Story-Tellers

    PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    In recent years Irish writers and illustrators have gained huge success in the field of Children’s Literature. Ireland’s Children’s Laureate, PJ Lynch, makes a personal survey of some of his country’s outstanding creators of books for children. From Hans Christian Andersen Award winner, Martin Waddell, and the author of Guess How Much I Love You, Sam McBratney, to the hugely influential Oliver Jeffers in the area of picture books, and from multi-million selling Artemis Fowl author, Eoin Colfer to writers such as Louise O’Neill and Sarah Crossan who are taking today’s international YA market by storm, Lynch extolls great Irish successes and explores some possible reasons for this disproportionate out-pouring of talent.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 6:30pm – 7:30pm L16, The Pod

  • From Fairy Tales through History and Back Again
    Kidlit Illustration & Book Design

    From Fairy Tales through History and Back Again

    PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    Author and illustrator of The Boy Who Fell Off The Mayflower, and illustrator of The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey, Ireland's Children's Laureate, PJ Lynch talks about his love of myths and fables as well as his fascination for true historical figures and events, and how he brings them together in his story-telling in words and in pictures.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 4:45pm – 6:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Portfolio Review
    Illustration & Book Design

    Portfolio Review

    David Liew (Illustrator), Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator), Orit Bergman (Author and Illustrator), PJ Lynch (Author and Illustrator)

    At this exclusive AFCC session, delegates get a special chance to have a one-to-one consultation session with illustrators from Asia and around the world and show them their children’s book illustrations. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 12:45pm L16, The Pod

PJ Lynch has worked as a children's book illustrator since leaving Brighton College of Art in England in 1984. He has won many awards including the Mother Goose Award, the Christopher Medal three times, and the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal on two occasions. PJ has recently been announced as the fourth Laureate na nÓg, Ireland’s laureate for children’s literature.

Pushpa

Pushpa

Principal, Sarada Kindergarten (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools

    Clara Leong (Principal, St James Church Kindergarten), Toni Phillips (Primary Teacher, Green School Bali), Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Allan Menagh (General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania)

    The speakers discuss about literacy practices adopted by their schools and efforts to help children improve their grasp of languages.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Meeting the Mother Tongue Challenge

    Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Far’ain Jaafar (Post graduate student, Educator), Hou Jing (Senior Lecturer, KLC International Institute)

    Discover strategies to motivate children to speak and write in their Mother Tongue in this panel. The speakers will discuss approaches they use, from tongue twisters to dual language books, and their views on language learning in today’s Singapore.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Pushpa has a diploma, degree and master's in Early Childhood Education. Since 2008, she is the Principal of the Ramakrishna Mission Sarada Kindergarten and was appointed an ECDA Fellow in 2015. In her 20 years of preschool experience, she has explored many approaches related to nurturing bilingualism in children.

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Quek Hong Shin

Quek Hong Shin

Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator (Singapore)
  • An Author, a Teacher, and an Amazing Sarong
    Pre-school

    An Author, a Teacher, and an Amazing Sarong

    Quek Hong Shin (Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator), Beth Fredericks (Executive Director, Wheelock College-Singapore)

    Children’s literature is a window to the multi-cultural and diverse world. In today’s turbulent world, it is especially important to select stories for the young that promote empathy and an appreciation for diverse cultures. The speakers will use the book The Amazing Sarong for a show-and-tell session to introduce a unique way of telling the story and make learning fun.

    Note: This is a 90-min session.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 4:00pm – 5:30pm L5, Imagination Room

  • The Amazing Sarong Party

    The Amazing Sarong Party (For 4-6 years)

    Quek Hong Shin (Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator)

     How can an ordinary sarong be transformed for many uses? Don't miss this storytelling session filled with interactive activities! 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 11:45am L1, Plaza – Creative Corner

Drawing has been Hong Shin’s passion since childhood. He is currently working as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. The Amazing Sarong is his first children’s book and he hopes that the book will provide young readers a taste of kampung life in the past.

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Rafidah Angullia

Rafidah Angullia

Associate Librarian, National Library Board (Singapore)
  • Kids Lit Quiz™: Rewarding Readers by Promoting Reading as a Sport
    Primary

    Kids Lit Quiz™: Rewarding Readers by Promoting Reading as a Sport

    Rafidah Angullia (Associate Librarian, National Library Board ), Khairiyah Aziz (Associate Librarian, National Library Board)

    Through Kids’ Lit Quiz™ competition, the National Library Board in Singapore created a plethora of activities to promote reading as a sport, making it more appealing and rewarding to all readers, not just those participating in the contest.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Rafidah Angullia is a librarian with the National Library Board in Singapore. She is the Region Lead for the Western Region of the Read@School team, an outreach programme aimed at students aged 7 to 17. Since 2015, Rafidah has been organising the Kids’ Lit Quiz in Singapore, she is currently the National Coordinator for the Singapore’s Kids’ Lit Quiz.

Ravin Kumar Singh

Ravin Kumar Singh

Acting HOD English & ICT (Singapore)
  • Literacy for Special-Needs Children: Catering to their Learning Needs
    Primary

    Literacy for Special-Needs Children: Catering to their Learning Needs

    Areena Loo (Founder & CEO, Bridge Learning), Ravin Kumar Singh (Acting HOD English & ICT)

    To cater to the needs of special-needs children, we need to understand what these needs are. Ravin will share more on a functional workbook the Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) developed with localised content that children can relate to, while Areena will speak about meeting special-needs children’s learning needs through neuroscience-based approach to literacy and education.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Ravin has been trained as a special needs educator for the past five years, and is experienced in working with teenagers diagnosed with mild intellectual disability (MID). 

Remon Agus

Remon Agus

Managing Director, Zikrul Hakim Bestari Publishing (Indonesia)

Remon is a Managing Director at Zikrul and Bestari Publishing, and is a graduate from Central Queensland University Australia. He published more than 1,000 children's books, and has sold book rights to countries including Australia, Malaysia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. He is an advocate for Indonesian children’s books, and dedicates his time promoting Indonesian stories to the world.

Renny Yaniar

Renny Yaniar

Children's Books Author (Indonesia)
  • The Place of Young Writers in Indonesia
    Country of Focus

    The Place of Young Writers in Indonesia

    Murti Bunanta (Children’s Literature Specialist and President, SACL and INABBY ), Renny Yaniar (Children's Books Author)

    Two authors dive into this contentious question. Dr Murti Bunanta discusses the role of publishers, schools and parents in helping children to read well, as Renny Yaniar looks at young writers in Indonesia in changing the face of Indonesia’s publishing.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Renny has published 139 chidren's titles, and was selected for the IBBY Honour List in 2014 for her book, 8 Kisah Indah tentang Sakura. She has also been awarded by Indonesian Publishers Association and Kehati Foundation for her writing on environmental issues for children.

Rhodia Renu Karoon

Rhodia Renu Karoon

Early Childhood Educator and Centre Supervisor, Advent Link-Sauc (Singapore)
  • [Tamil programme] Creating My Own Picture Book
    தலைப்பு: பிள்ளைகளே! பெற்றோர்களே! சேர்ந்து கதை புத்தகம் உருவாக்குங்கள்!

    [Tamil programme] Creating My Own Picture Book (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    தலைப்பு: பிள்ளைகளே! பெற்றோர்களே! சேர்ந்து கதை புத்தகம் உருவாக்குங்கள்!

    Rhodia Renu Karoon (Early Childhood Educator and Centre Supervisor, Advent Link-Sauc)

    Session completed.

    Children, you can be a young writer-illustrator too! Come with your parents and learn about creating picture books, from the cover and title, to the illustrations and layout in this hands-on workshop.

    பயிலரங்கு சுருக்கம்: 

    நான்கு  வயது  முதல்  ஒன்பது வயதை  அடைந்த  பிள்ளைகள், தங்களுடைய  சொந்த சிந்தனைகளை பயன்படுத்தி ஒரு கதை புத்தகத்தை உருவாக்குவார்கள். இந்த பயிலரங்கின் மூலம், பிள்ளைகள் கதைகளில்  இடம்பெறும் கதாபாத்திரங்கள், கதை புத்தகங்களின் பாகங்கள் மற்றும் வரைபடங்களை பற்றி கற்றுக்கொள்வார்கள். பெற்றோர்களும் இந்த பயிலரங்கில் சேர்ந்து அவர்களுக்கு உதவி செய்யலாம். 

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    18 Mar 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Woodlands Regional Library – Everest Room

Rhodia is a qualified and dedicated early childhood professional with over eight years of experience in the field. From helping backstage at children’s concerts to presently being a Centre Supervisor, the journey for Rhodia has been long but rewarding. Teaching young children has always been her calling and at the age of 16, she decided that this was the path she was going to tread.

Rilla Melati

Rilla Melati

Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Books Teachers Wish Authors Would Write

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Nadine Bailey (Teacher librarian, Canadian International School)

    Creators can step into the shoes of a teacher for one hour and learn what makes a book a treasured find. From beautiful illustrations to didactic language, speakers discuss their views on relevant and useful books children need and love.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Vijayanand Thamotharan (Director, Crimson Earth)

    Get ideas and tips from speakers, Don, Vijayanand and Rilla, as they discuss how they encourage their children’s creativity to blossom. 

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L5, Possibility Room

Rilla Melati Bahri is the award-winning author of more than 20 Malay titles and two bilingual English-Malay books. Her bilingual picture book and CD, Baju Melayu Ati, was a pioneer recipient of the Lee Kuan Yew Fund for Bilingualism. She is also the Malay translator of The Crane and the Crab, written by SR Nathan, former president of Singapore. Rilla is the Director of Mini Monsters and currently sits on the National Library Board’s Malay Advisory Reading Panel. 

Rishav Gupta

Rishav Gupta

Author and Illustrator (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak
    Primary

    [PANEL] Books We Like: The Children Speak

    Rishav Gupta (Author and Illustrator), Lekha Bhattacharjee (Student, United World College of South East Asia (East Campus)), Ayden Farish Bin Mohamad Faisal (Student), Aidan MacKay (Student, Canadian International School ), Kaleb Jonathon Teng Seng Khoo (Student, Ang Mo Kio Primary School)

    What do children read these days? Get into the minds of a child as students from different schools in early primary talk about genres, characters and creators that captivate them and why.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Rishav Gupta is an eight-year-old author who is passionate about life. He has an extremely imaginative mind and a fantastic sense of humour. An avid reader, he published his own book titled Dreamagination and co-conducted several reading and writing workshops in India and Singapore with his mother. Rishav wishes to inspire others to have ‘dreamagination to live’ and to chase their dreams without fear.

Riyanto, S,Sn

Riyanto, S,Sn

Director, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Writer, Stage Manager, Head of Production (Indonesia)
  • Madeh and His Four Friends
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Madeh and His Four Friends (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Riyanto, S,Sn (Director, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Writer, Stage Manager, Head of Production), Sulthan Tufail (Teenage Storyteller)

    Meet a frog, a squirrel, a mouse deer and a rooster together with Madeh, as he goes on a journey to replace his father’s goats, which he lost. Help Madeh and his friends escape from the hungry giant looking for a meal. Can they wiggle their way out of this dangerous situation? Find out at the storytelling of a Balinese folktale.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:45pm – 4:00pm B1, My Tree House

  • Senggutru
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Senggutru (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Riyanto, S,Sn (Director, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Writer, Stage Manager, Head of Production), Sulthan Tufail (Teenage Storyteller)

    Are you scared of the evil, hungry giant? Fear not! Indonesian storytellers, Sultan and his father, will tell you of a story of a little girl called Senggutru, who come face-t-to-face with the giant. Find out how Senggutru's wit and quick thinking helped to save her village from the giant's grasp.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 1:45pm – 4:00pm B1, My Tree House

Riyanto is currently a director, actor, writer and stage manager. He won the title of Best Actor at the College Theater Festival throughout Indonesia in 1992, and was an Art of Theater Speaker for Kids in 1996. Riyanto was the Vice-Chairman of the Komedi Betawi Foundation and supervised the training of storytelling for elementary and junior high schools in Jakarta from 2010 to 2015. He has also lectured at the Jakarta Institute of Art. 

Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth

Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth

Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher (Indonesia)
  • Making Sense of the Singaporean and Indonesian Comics Scene
    Comics Illustration & Book Design

    Making Sense of the Singaporean and Indonesian Comics Scene

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher), JF Koh (Writer and editor)

    Join Rizqi and JF as they delve into the Singaporean and Indonesian comics scene and identify the latest comic creators, trends and organisations, and analyse the comics market in the two neighboring countries.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 11:45am – 12:45pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Saving the World: Character-Building with Comics
    Primary

    Saving the World: Character-Building with Comics

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher)

    Rizqi dispel myths that comics are only for entertainment. Examine the potential of comics with Rizqi, who works with non-profit organisations to create comics for character building.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:15pm – 2:15pm L5, Imagination Room

  • [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?
    Comics Illustration & Book Design

    [PANEL] Asian Comics: What Makes Them Special?

    Rizqi Rinaldy Mosmarth (Author, Illustrator, Editor, Publisher, Teacher), Lefty (Comic artist; Co-founder of Gilamon Comics), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.)

    What gives Asian comics an edge? Do they stand out from international comics? Comic creators look at the characters, setting and style in Asian comics and discuss what sets them apart or makes them different.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:15pm – 4:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Rizqi fell in love with drawing from an early age and has been teaching children art since he was 15 years old. Rizqi is currently the Chairman of the Indonesia Comic Society (Masyarakat Komik Indonesia). In 2015, he started a small comic publishing company, with SHONEN FIGHT as its main comic.

Robyn Soetikno

Robyn Soetikno

Writer (Indonesia)

Robyn began writing scripts after watching scandalous telenovelas. She then went on writing short stories and poetry. Before graduating from college, she published two children's books. For the past six months, she has been working on a series specially made to accompany Indonesian girls growing up.

Rosalyn Wee

Rosalyn Wee

Senior Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association of Singapore (Singapore)
  • Understanding Dyslexia
    Pre-school Primary

    Understanding Dyslexia

    Marcus Goh (Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association Singapore), Rosalyn Wee (Senior Educational Therapist, Dyslexia Association of Singapore)

    Learn about what dyslexics experience in their lives, and get to know who can help in the intervention process. Pick up teaching tips on how to help your child improve in their reading and comprehension from various hands-on activities.

    Note: This is a 90-min session.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 4:45pm – 6:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Rosalyn is an educator with seven years of experience working with primary and secondary school children. She has a Post Graduate Certificate in Specific Learning Differences from London Metropolitan University, and a Cambridge CELTA. Rosalyn also has a WSQ Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment and has been training Educational Therapists as part of the MAP Curriculum Team. 

Rosemarie Somaiah

Rosemarie Somaiah

Storyteller (Singapore)
  • Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling)

    Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang (Gamelan X Illustration X Storytelling) (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    BronzAge Gamelan (Music group), Joyce Teo (Gamelan Music Teacher, Lecturer), Rosemarie Somaiah (Storyteller), James Mayhew (Author and Illustrator)

    The art of storytelling accompanied by music is an ancient tradition practised across Asia. This performance, presented by BronzAge Gamelan (music), Rosemarie Somaiah (storyteller) and James Mayhew (illustrator) is a contemporary take on this tradition and features two well-known legends from Singapore and Indonesia. This performance features original songs composed by Zachary Chan (Tale of Bukit Merah) and arrangements of Sundanese folksongs by Joyce Teo (Legend of Sang Kuriang). Be mesmerised by the Tale of Bukit Merah and the Legend of Sang Kuriang!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 1:10pm – 1:55pm L1, Plaza

Rosemarie runs the Asian Storytelling Network and has performed in several countries around the world. Her books include The Never Mind Girl and Other stories and Indian Children’s Favourite Stories. She has led the Storyteller’s Circle and the Society for Reading and Literacy for more than a decade, is a member of the Singapore Drama Educators Association and a founder member of the Executive Committee of the Storytelling Association (Singapore).

Ruth Wong

Ruth Wong

Associate Professor, English Language and Literature, NIE (Singapore)
  • Interactive Narration: Having Fun with Postmodern Picturebooks!
    Primary

    Interactive Narration: Having Fun with Postmodern Picturebooks!

    Ruth Wong (Associate Professor, English Language and Literature, NIE)

    One interesting characteristic of postmodern picturebooks is its playfulness in engaging the reader, viewer and listener. Characters in these books address the readers directly, thus acknowledging the readers as active agents of the reading process. The examples shared will invite the audience to be participants rather than spectators of the reading experience. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Possibility Room

Associate Professor Ruth Wong specialises in primary methodology courses on teaching English at the National Institute of Education. She is interested in literacy issues, especially in the areas of learning how to read and write for non-native speakers of English. She believes in the power of reading, and indulges in the collection of children’s books as a hobby.

Ryo Leong

Ryo Leong

Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

A media industry veteran of more than 18 years, Ryo started with channel branding and promotions for Channel 8 before moving to Channel U and assisted to set up TodayTV in Vietnam. He then undertook Channel Management and commissioning for Channel U, Channel 5 and currently okto.

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Sanny Djohan

Sanny Djohan

Publisher, PT Kuark Internasional (Indonesia)
  • Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets
    Diversity Kidlit Publishing

    Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets

    Thant Thaw Kaung (Founder and CEO, Myanmar Book Centre), Sanny Djohan (Publisher, PT Kuark Internasional), Edmund Wee (Publisher & CEO, Epigram Books), Selina Lee (Vice President, Scholastic Asia)

    Heads-up! 5 publishing experts come together to give you fresh insights into the children's book market in the ASEAN region. Find out what readers are looking out for, and learn about prospects in the publishing industry in ASEAN. This session is held in celebration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Sanny Djohan is the founder of PT Kuark Internasional. The company publishes science comics and educational books for elementary school children. Sanny Djohan is in the Rotary Organisation for Education and is the Director of Education of the Indonesian Alumni Organisation.

Sanoop Luke

Sanoop Luke

Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Media)

    Speed Pitching (Media)

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Karen Tang (Senior Manager, Content & Multiplatform Programming, Nickelodeon, Southeast Asia, Viacom International Media Networks), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ)

    Speed Pitching (Media) gives conference delegates a chance to pitch their ideas to any one of our panellists for a chance to get their ideas commissioned. Whether it is an idea for a television series, web series, transmedia project or an interactive app, delegates can sign up for a pitching slot and have 5-10 minutes to sell their ideas! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

Sanoop Luke leads YouTube’s Kids & Learning content in Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia. He serves as a strategic adviser to leading kids producers, ranging from international TV broadcasters to independent studios to native YouTube creators. Sanoop was previously with Turner in Atlanta and Hong Kong, where he led Content Strategy for its Kids & Entertainment business in Asia-Pacific across its channels, including Cartoon Network, Boomerang, [adult swim], and TCM. 

Sarinajit Kaur

Sarinajit Kaur

Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group, National Institute of Education (Singapore)
  • Books from Around the World that Build Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Bridges
    (And Why Teachers Ought to Know Them)
    Pre-school Primary

    Books from Around the World that Build Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Bridges
    (And Why Teachers Ought to Know Them)

    Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Sarinajit Kaur (Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group, National Institute of Education)

    This session is meant to introduce a full range of international picturebooks to teachers (and other book lovers) that they can use to further social and emotional learning (SEL) competencies to their students. Text-sets on self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, and responsible decision-making will be shared to scaffold SEL pedagogy through the use of outstanding picturebooks from around the world. 

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 11:15am – 12:15pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • Once Upon A Time in Singapore and the Philippines
    Filipino Grandmother Grimm and Singaporean Faery Tales - Subversions and Cultural Appropriations
    Diversity Kidlit

    Once Upon A Time in Singapore and the Philippines
    Filipino Grandmother Grimm and Singaporean Faery Tales - Subversions and Cultural Appropriations

    Myra Garces-Bacsal (Educator, Reviewer, Blogger), Sarinajit Kaur (Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group, National Institute of Education)

    This session would look at cultural strategies of appropriation in Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang (The Stories of Grandmother Basyang), early 20th century Filipino fairy tale stories of Severino Reyes - and the Singaporean spin-offs to four foreign fairy tales as seen in Little Red in the Hood and Hansel and Girl-Girl to cite two. The presentation would show how identities are constantly being remade as we shape and claim ownership over our own narratives and come up with our own happily-ever-afters.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Sarinajit Kaur joined the Early Childhood and Special Education Academic Group as a Teaching Fellow since 2011. She currently teaches and coordinates a myriad of courses across various cohorts in initial teacher preparation as well as in service courses. She serves as in service coordinator for courses which equip mainstream teachers in inclusive practices and in supporting diverse learners.

Sashirekka Rountan

Sashirekka Rountan

(Singapore)
  • Fun stories in Beautiful Tamil – It’s Storytime!
    தித்திக்கும் தமிழில் கேளிக்கை கதைகள் – கதைக் கேளு, கதைக் கேளு!

    Fun stories in Beautiful Tamil – It’s Storytime! (For 5-7 years, 7-9 years)
    தித்திக்கும் தமிழில் கேளிக்கை கதைகள் – கதைக் கேளு, கதைக் கேளு!

    Sashirekka Rountan ()

    Children! Are you ready to enter a fantasy world of animals? Join your friend Sashi in this journey and enjoy the Art of storytelling! With fun activities like drawing, props making, writing and telling a story, it will be an enjoyable hour of entertainment for the little ones. 

    சிறுவர்களே! மிருகங்கள் நிறைந்த அற்புத உலகிற்கு செல்ல நீங்கள் தயாரா? உங்கள் நண்பன் சஷியோடு பயணம் செய்து கதைகளின் அழகை அனுபவியுங்கள்! சுட்டிகளுக்கான படம் வரைதல், நாடகப் பொருட்கள் செய்தல், எழுதுதல், கதை சொல்லுதல் போன்ற சுவாரஸ்யமான நடவடிக்கைகள் நிறைந்த ஒரு கேளிக்கை நிகழ்ச்சி!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    25 Jul 2017 (Tue) 12:00pm – 12:30pm Woodlands Regional Library – Programme Zone

Sashirekka Rountan the Director of 2Tango has been working with children over 15 years. She holds a Masters in Communication and Diploma in Education studies. She has developed programmes for students aged 3 to 18 years old. A well-known  bilingual, theatre practitioner, storyteller and educator.

Sayoni Basu

Sayoni Basu

Primary platypus, Duckbill Books (India)
  • Is It Correct Politically to be Politically Correct in Children’s Books?
    Kidlit Picturebook Writing Publishing

    Is It Correct Politically to be Politically Correct in Children’s Books?

    Sayoni Basu (Primary platypus, Duckbill Books)

    If Roald Dahl, Maurice Sendak or Dr Suess had submitted their manuscripts to publishers today, there is a good chance that they would have been rejected. Are we becoming too mealy-mouthed and prudish in the content we create for children?

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

Sayoni Basu has worked with OUP, Penguin/Puffin, Scholastic and Amar Chitra Katha. In 2012, together with author Anushka Ravishankar, she started Duckbill, a tiny publishing house specialising in contemporary fiction for children and young adults, where they delight in finding new voices and new stories.

Seán McHugh

Seán McHugh

Digital Literacy Coach, United World College of South East Asia (Singapore)
  • SAMMS: A Framework for Transformational Technology
    Pre-school Primary

    SAMMS: A Framework for Transformational Technology

    Seán McHugh (Digital Literacy Coach, United World College of South East Asia)

    Content creators should use digital technologies in ways that focus on transforming what they do. Seán will introduce the ‘SAMMS’ framework which facilitates this by defining principles that propels tech use from the mundane to the magnificent.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:45am – 12:45pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Spelling in the 21st Century
    Pre-school Primary

    Spelling in the 21st Century

    Seán McHugh (Digital Literacy Coach, United World College of South East Asia)

    Spelling is crucial but many schools still rely on traditional strategies to teach spelling. Digital Literacy Coach, Seán McHugh, argues that it is time to teach spelling the way it should be taught in the 21st Century.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Possibility Room

Seán McHugh works closely with management teams to lead the pedagogically effective and authentic integration of digital technologies into school curricula, by facilitating activities, both formal and informal, within a range of contexts and involving a wide variety of participants. These activities contribute to enhanced teacher understanding and practice involving digital technologies to support students’ learning.

Seetha Lakshmi

Seetha Lakshmi

Associate Professor & Consultant, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
  • Cognitive Growth and Development in Young Bilingual Learners
    Pre-school

    Cognitive Growth and Development in Young Bilingual Learners

    Vanithamani Saravanan (Associate Professor & Consultant), Seetha Lakshmi (Associate Professor & Consultant, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University)

    Discover how cognitive and linguistic interaction strengthens cognitive growth in young children. Seetha and Vanitha will present their findings from a research about children’s engagement and exploration with language.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Dr Seetha Lakshmi is an Associate Professor at the Asian Languages and Cultures, National Institute of Education. Appointed as a trainer in 1997, she has led teaching and research at NIE, concerned primarily with Standard Spoken Tamil, Curriculum Review, Classroom Pedagogy, Tamil pedagogy for the Tamil Diaspora and Teaching Tamil through Media.

Selina Lee

Selina Lee

Vice President, Scholastic Asia (Malaysia)
  • Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets
    Diversity Kidlit Publishing

    Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets

    Thant Thaw Kaung (Founder and CEO, Myanmar Book Centre), Sanny Djohan (Publisher, PT Kuark Internasional), Edmund Wee (Publisher & CEO, Epigram Books), Selina Lee (Vice President, Scholastic Asia)

    Heads-up! 5 publishing experts come together to give you fresh insights into the children's book market in the ASEAN region. Find out what readers are looking out for, and learn about prospects in the publishing industry in ASEAN. This session is held in celebration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Selina currently oversees Scholastic’s business in Asia and has 16 years of experience in the publishing, marketing and distribution of children books and educational resources all across Asia region, from China to Indonesia, Japan to Myanmar. 

Sierra Mae Paraan

Sierra Mae Paraan

Author, Education Specialist (Philippines)
  • Illustrationary

    Illustrationary (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy), Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator ), Mas Shafreen (Compulsive Doodler)

    We know illustrators can draw. But can authors draw? In a game of Illustrationary, we put both children's authors and illustrators to the test. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

  • [PANEL] Writing About Us
    Diversity Kidlit

    [PANEL] Writing About Us

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Wai Chim (Author), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    The speakers in this panel have one thing in common- they fight to make hidden voices heard. Sit in for this session as they speakers from various countries discuss how they advocate for more inclusive kidlit.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Sierra Mae C. Paraan is an author, reader, and an education specialist. She has worked on programs that increase children’s access on reading materials, promote literacy and love for reading.

Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras)

Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras)

Dancer and Storyteller (Indonesia)
  • Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story)
    Country of Focus

    Anoman Mahawira (Ramayana Story) (For 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer), Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller)

    Balinese performers unveil the Ramayana Story of how Anoman, the monkey warrior, helped King Rama to get his wife, Sita, back from the evil giant from Alengka. Children, don't miss this rare chance to create a paper puppet based on the Ramayana story, and learn how to start your own puppet shows at home!

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 11:00am – 11:45am Jurong Regional Library – B1 Stage Area

  • Tarunajaya Dance I
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance I (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance demonstrates how there are many reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 12:45pm – 1:00pm L1, Plaza

  • Tarunajaya Dance II
    Country of Focus

    Tarunajaya Dance II (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Kadek Suartaya (Kadek) (Performer, Art Lecturer, Art Director), Sri Ayu Pradnya Larasari (Laras) (Dancer and Storyteller), I Bagus Wijna Bratanatyam (Natya) (Performer)

    The Tarunajaya Dance depicts youths as peacemakers. This energetic and dynamic dance shows that while there may be many reasons to go to war, there are many more reasons to strive for harmony between countries.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 2:15pm L1, Plaza

Larasari has been learning the Balinese dance since she was five. She won first place for tari klasik and tari kreasi, and performed as the lead dancer at the World Art Festival West Java in 2015. She has presented Balinese folktales at the Society for The Advancement of Children’s Literature Asia-Pasific Event in Bali, and performed at the Storytelling Asian Forum in South Korea. Larasari has also received an award from the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture.

Stephanie Raphaela Ho (Muffinsaurs)

Stephanie Raphaela Ho (Muffinsaurs)

Illustrator, Graphic Designer (Singapore)
  • Duelling Illustrators

    Duelling Illustrators (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Briony Stewart (Author and Illustrator), Stephanie Raphaela Ho (Muffinsaurs) (Illustrator, Graphic Designer)

    Don't miss this age-old battle of the illustrators at AFCC! With Heidi Shamsuddin as the Voice of the arena, illustrator Briony Stewart from Australia meets head-on with Stephanie Ho from Singapore. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

Stephanie has been passionate about drawing since she learned how to hold a pencil. She illustrated the comic, The Adventures of Fatman & Superchub, in 2014, and the book, The Island In The Caldera, in 2016. Stephanie’s current ambition in life is to create works that would put a smile on people's faces and make them feel somewhat happier.

Stephanie Wong

Stephanie Wong

Graphic Designer, Singaport Art Museum (Singapore)
  • Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum
    Pre-school Primary

    Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum

    Wang Tingting (Museum Educator, Singaport Art Museum), Stephanie Wong (Graphic Designer, Singaport Art Museum), John Tung (Assistant Curator, Singapore Art Museum)

    When art meets the written word, the storytelling experience becomes more interactive, even whimsical. Glimpse into how visual, verbal and cultural literacy is encouraged through tactile interactive artworks at the Children Season’s exhibition, Imaginarium, at the Singapore Art Museum.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L5, Possibility Room

Stephanie Wong is a Graphic Designer for the Singapore Art Museum. She illustrates for the bestselling The Diary of Amos Lee series. Since Joining SAM, she has worked on branding shows such as After Utopia, 5 Stars and Odyssey. Stephanie has also helped to develop exhibition related materials such as The Route to Utopia (After Utopia), Diver’s Logbook and Treasure Trails.

Students from DAS

Students from DAS

Students, Speech and Drama Arts Programme, Dyslexia Association of Singapore (Singapore)
  • The Merchant of Venice: A Retelling

    The Merchant of Venice: A Retelling (For 10-12 years)

    Students from DAS (Students, Speech and Drama Arts Programme, Dyslexia Association of Singapore)

    A young man named Bassanio borrows money from a money lender, Shylock, to pursue his beloved Portia. His friend Antonio agrees to be the guarantor despite a nasty condition set by Shylock. Will Shylock get his revenge on Antonio, whom he dislikes? Will anyone be able to alter the fate of poor Antonio? Don't miss this wonderful staging of the Shakespearan play, The Merchant of Venice!

    Part of Performances & Activities
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 3:45pm L1, Plaza

This talented group of students from the DAS Speech and Drama Arts programme are aged between 9 to 14 years-old. Despite the challenges they face in terms of reading and memorising scripts, they work extremely hard each week during class lessons and rehearsals to showcase a short play for their audience.

Sulthan Tufail

Sulthan Tufail

Teenage Storyteller (Indonesia)
  • Madeh and His Four Friends
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Madeh and His Four Friends (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Riyanto, S,Sn (Director, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Writer, Stage Manager, Head of Production), Sulthan Tufail (Teenage Storyteller)

    Meet a frog, a squirrel, a mouse deer and a rooster together with Madeh, as he goes on a journey to replace his father’s goats, which he lost. Help Madeh and his friends escape from the hungry giant looking for a meal. Can they wiggle their way out of this dangerous situation? Find out at the storytelling of a Balinese folktale.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 3:45pm – 4:00pm B1, My Tree House

  • Senggutru
    Storytelling
    Country of Focus

    Senggutru (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)
    Storytelling

    Riyanto, S,Sn (Director, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Writer, Stage Manager, Head of Production), Sulthan Tufail (Teenage Storyteller)

    Are you scared of the evil, hungry giant? Fear not! Indonesian storytellers, Sultan and his father, will tell you of a story of a little girl called Senggutru, who come face-t-to-face with the giant. Find out how Senggutru's wit and quick thinking helped to save her village from the giant's grasp.

    Part of Performances & Activities, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 1:45pm – 4:00pm B1, My Tree House

Sulthan is the winner of JABODETABEK, LABS. MOZAIK, a storytelling competition organised by the Indonesian American Instituition in 2013, and The Miracle of Indonesian Folktale, a national storytelling competition organised by the Ministry of Education and Culture in 2014. In 2016, he won a storytelling competition organised by the Jakarta Education Authorities, Ministry of Education and Culture.

Sun Ho

Sun Ho

Founder, LittleLives (Singapore)
  • Dreaming up a Well-run School with Technology
    Pre-school Primary

    Dreaming up a Well-run School with Technology

    Sun Ho (Founder, LittleLives)

    LittleLives started with a little dream to connect schools to the world. Along the way, schools asked for help to run their schools well. Soon, LittleLives has helped hundreds of schools. Sun Ho will share stories of schools dreaming to become a better school, and how dreams for technology in education unfolds.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Sun Ho started her career as a programmer. After picking up business chops on how startups work while working in a techie startup, she went on to found LittleLives. LittleLives helps preschools manage their hordes of paperwork digitally by making it disappear into bytes and tech, and keep parents involved in the process.

Susan Long

Susan Long

General Manager, Straits Times Press (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique
    Kidlit YA

    [PANEL] First Pages: Writing Critique

    Lee Battersby (Author), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Susan Long (General Manager, Straits Times Press)

    Writers are invited to submit their best first page of an unpublished manuscript to be read and commented on by a panel of international publishing experts before an audience. Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Imagination Room

Susan Long is the general manager of Straits Times Press, the book publishing arm of Singapore Press Holdings. She has worked 20 years as an editor, journalist and columnist with The Straits Times, Singapore's leading English-language national daily. She has interviewed the likes of Bill Gates and Michael Bloomberg, and anchored long-running interview columns including The Susan Long Interview and Movers And Shakers. 

Suzanne Jung

Suzanne Jung

Passionate Educator & Student of Life (Singapore)
  • The Great Gift of Reading Aloud
    Pre-school

    The Great Gift of Reading Aloud

    Suzanne Jung (Passionate Educator & Student of Life)

    One of the single most important activity a parent can do to help their child cultivate a lifelong desire to be readers and learners. Listen to Suzanne Jung’s experience making the most of read aloud time at home, and how that has helped her children.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Suzanne Jung spent 14 years in television as a journalist, helming prime time newscasts as anchor and editor. Now a mother of two, she is passionate about reading of a different kind. A firm believer in reading aloud, she delights in imparting a love and wonder for books in children and hopes to encourage parents to be reading role models.

Suzanne Ryan

Suzanne Ryan

Founder, CEO and Executive Producer , SLR Productions (Australia)
  • The Importance of Being Earnestly Collaborative

    The Importance of Being Earnestly Collaborative

    Suzanne Ryan (Founder, CEO and Executive Producer , SLR Productions)

    Collaboration is key in today’s competitive and ever changing content world. But how to best do it? What are the potential hurdles to be aware of? The secrets will be revealed in this open and honest discussion with award winning producer Suzanne Ryan LIVE via Skype from Australia.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Possibility Room

Suzanne is the Founder, CEO and Executive Producer of SLR Productions, established in 2002, which is one of Australia’s leading children’s and family entertainment companies. SLR Productions specialises in the creation of world-class content for audiences both locally and internationally. Suzanne has financed and executive produced more than 165 hours of children’s content sold to over 165 countries.

Su Zhangkai

Su Zhangkai

(Singapore)
  • Colour Your Reading!
    给阅读涂上颜色!

    Colour Your Reading! (For 7-9 years)
    给阅读涂上颜色!

    Su Zhangkai ()

    The more children enjoy reading, the more they will read! Why not make their reading filled with fun and colours? While relating reading with colours, children will be able to experience a fun and enriching session where they can unleash their creativity and imagination. 

    利用颜色为主题,配合精彩有趣的阅读材料,让孩子们能透过轻松的读后任务,激发出他们的创意和想象,并更能够培养他们的阅读兴趣,借此学习华文的创作和表达能力。

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    26 Aug 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Marine Parade Public Library – Programme Zone

Su Zhangkai is the Founder of Sprout Language Centre. He is a former secondary school teacher who was conferred the Fellow of Academy of Singapore Teachers in recognition of his outstanding contribution towards professional development in 2013.

Syahrizan Mansor

Syahrizan Mansor

Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    [PANEL] Cross-Platform Summit Keynote and Meet the Commissioners

    Justin Deimen (Group Managing Partner, Aurora Media Holdings Inc.), Leslie Lee (Executive Director of Programming, Operations and Character Voices, Media Networks Group at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia)), Syahrizan Mansor (Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks), Sanoop Luke (Lead, YouTube Kids & Learning, SEA + ANZ), Marc Checkley (Founder, Creative Director IO CREATIVE), Ryo Leong (Senior Director, Programming, Youth Segment, MediaCorp Pte Ltd)

    What are you looking for? We pose this question to the commissioners, and get an inside scoop on the latest trends in commissioning and learn how creators can convince commissioners that their idea is a worthy investment.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 9:00am – 10:00am L5, Possibility Room

With two decades of TV experience, Syahrizan Mansor holds solid expertise as Vice President, Nickelodeon, Asia at Viacom International Media Networks. She is responsible for growing kids and family entertainment brands Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. across Greater China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia. She also oversees content and creative production, programming, marketing and digital.

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Tety Elida

Tety Elida

Lecturer; Vice President, SACL (Indonesia)
  • Please Tell Me a Story Again! - Bibliotherapy for Hospitalised Children with Cancer
    Country of Focus

    Please Tell Me a Story Again! - Bibliotherapy for Hospitalised Children with Cancer

    Ida Farida (Liaison Officer, INABBY), Tety Elida (Lecturer; Vice President, SACL)

    This session will focus on the therapeutic impact of telling stories using different mediums, especially books for hospitalised children with cancer in a public hospital in Jakarta. Ida and Tety will tell you about the storytelling programme carried out by Society for the Advancement of Children's Literature (SACL) since 1993.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Tety is a Lecturer at Gunadarma University. She enjoys making cloth books for children, providing training for teachers, reading stories for children in hospitals, and using books to help children heal from traumas in disaster areas. She is also the Vice President of the Society for the Advancement of Children's Literature.

Thant Thaw Kaung

Thant Thaw Kaung

Founder and CEO, Myanmar Book Centre (Myanmar)
  • Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets
    Diversity Kidlit Publishing

    Book Watch: Investigating ASEAN Markets

    Thant Thaw Kaung (Founder and CEO, Myanmar Book Centre), Sanny Djohan (Publisher, PT Kuark Internasional), Edmund Wee (Publisher & CEO, Epigram Books), Selina Lee (Vice President, Scholastic Asia)

    Heads-up! 5 publishing experts come together to give you fresh insights into the children's book market in the ASEAN region. Find out what readers are looking out for, and learn about prospects in the publishing industry in ASEAN. This session is held in celebration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Thant is the Founder and CEO of Myanmar Book Centre, a leading book importer and distributor. He also founded Myanmar Book Aid and Preservation Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation modernising hundreds of public libraries. Thant also acts as executive committee member of Daw Khin Kyi foundation chaired by Daw Aung San Suu Ky, running mobile libraries across the country.

Thomas Nung Atasana

Thomas Nung Atasana

Literary Agent, Borobudur Agency (Indonesia)
  • Ask the Right(s) Question
    Kidlit Publishing

    Ask the Right(s) Question

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos), Thomas Nung Atasana (Literary Agent, Borobudur Agency)

    How can your work stand out in a sea of rights? What makes a good rights pitch? Find out more about international rights market as the speakers give their take on questions about rights.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L5, Imagination Room

  • Indonesian Children’s Publishing in New Era: Opportunities and Challenges
    Country of Focus

    Indonesian Children’s Publishing in New Era: Opportunities and Challenges

    Thomas Nung Atasana (Literary Agent, Borobudur Agency), Remon Agus (Managing Director, Zikrul Hakim Bestari Publishing)

    How do Indonesian children’s books stand in the world? Publisher Remon Agus discusses the market and consumer trends in Indonesia and literary agent Nung Atasana talks about Indonesian rights.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Thomas is the Director of Borobudur Agency, a literary agency of the Indonesian Publishers Association that licenses Indonesian copyrights abroad. He is also a member of the Indonesian National Book Committee. He was Chief Editor and International Marketing GM within Kompas Gramedia.

Toni Phillips

Toni Phillips

Primary Teacher, Green School Bali (Indonesia)
  • Literacy at Green School Bali
    Pre-school Primary

    Literacy at Green School Bali

    Toni Phillips (Primary Teacher, Green School Bali)

    At the Green School, children enter the magical world of language and literature in an open-air classrooms made of bamboo. Through projects and thematics, students learn to make a positive difference in their community and for the planet.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am B1, Multi-Purpose Room

  • [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Literacy Bites: Practices in Schools

    Clara Leong (Principal, St James Church Kindergarten), Toni Phillips (Primary Teacher, Green School Bali), Pushpa (Principal, Sarada Kindergarten), Allan Menagh (General Manager, Kumon Asia & Oceania)

    The speakers discuss about literacy practices adopted by their schools and efforts to help children improve their grasp of languages.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 9:00am – 10:00am L16, The Pod

Toni is the Junior Primary Learning Neighborhood Coordinator and Grade 1 teacher at Green School Bali in Indonesia. Literacy is her passion. After earning her master's degree in Language and Literacy in North Carolina, US, Toni has had the opportunity to teach students how to read and write for four years.

Trina Ha

Trina Ha

Director, Legal, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    [PANEL] New Horizons for Intellectual Property

    Christel Meijer (Foreign Rights Manager, Ambo|Anthos), Jyotirmoy Saha (Founder and CEO, August Media Holdings), Trina Ha (Director, Legal, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore)

    Thanks to new technologies and storytelling avenues, the many ways to exploit intellectual property have multiplied even more. Learn about the different forms beyond print that your IP could take from experienced individuals in the buying, selling, and legal sectors.

    Part of Cross-Platform Summit, Writers & Illustrators Conference
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 10:30am – 11:30am L5, Imagination Room

Trina Ha is the Director of the Legal Department at IPOS and maintains a role as Senior Faculty at the IP Academy. She was previously in private practice and specialised in media/entertainment law. She co-authored the volume on Media Law published by Butterworths. During her time in legal practice, she was ranked annually since 2007 in the intellectual property industry and TMT industry by the Asia Pacific Legal 500.  

Tutu Dutta

Tutu Dutta

Author (Malaysia)
  • Folklore Finesse: Retelling and Synthesis of Contemporary Stories
    Diversity Kidlit

    Folklore Finesse: Retelling and Synthesis of Contemporary Stories

    Tutu Dutta (Author)

    Do you find yourself in a tug-of-war between traditional and contemporary when writing about folklore? Sit in for this session as the speaker discusses retelling of folklores and weaving folktales with new stories.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 10:30am – 11:30am L1, Visitors Briefing Room

  • Hide-and-seek: Hidden Elements in Asian Folklores in Kidlit
    Diversity Kidlit

    Hide-and-seek: Hidden Elements in Asian Folklores in Kidlit

    Tutu Dutta (Author)

    Many of us might not recognise the wide use of elements in Asian folklore in contemporary popular culture. Author Tutu Dutta will expound on books that include mythical creatures and what that means for kidlit today.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Tutu Dutta is an author of children’s and young adult books. She was born in India but grew up in Malaysia. She has authored eight books, including Timeless Tales of Malaysia, Eight Treasures of the Dragon, The Jugra Chronicles series, and her first picture book, Phoenix Song.

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Vanithamani Saravanan

Vanithamani Saravanan

Associate Professor & Consultant (Singapore)
  • Cognitive Growth and Development in Young Bilingual Learners
    Pre-school

    Cognitive Growth and Development in Young Bilingual Learners

    Vanithamani Saravanan (Associate Professor & Consultant), Seetha Lakshmi (Associate Professor & Consultant, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University)

    Discover how cognitive and linguistic interaction strengthens cognitive growth in young children. Seetha and Vanitha will present their findings from a research about children’s engagement and exploration with language.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Dr Vanithamani Saravanan was formerly an Associate Professor at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, and at the Bahrain Teachers College, University of Bahrain. Her research interests are in bilingual education, literacy education and in applied linguistics.

Varina Lee

Varina Lee

Welfare Camp Instructor, LSCT Society (Singapore)
  • Secrets Of Effective Public Speakers
    演讲者有效的秘密

    Secrets Of Effective Public Speakers (For 4-6 years)
    演讲者有效的秘密

    Varina Lee (Welfare Camp Instructor, LSCT Society)

    Session completed.

    Speaking skills are very useful for your everyday life as it helps you to build strong relationships with the people around you. Learn some of the most successful strategies which has been tested and used by many exceptional speakers. Have fun while learning these powerful oral skills!

    人与人之间最普遍的沟通方式就是对话。所以,拥有良好的谈话技能可以帮助你在日常生活中与他人有效的建立良好关系。想要了解杰出的演讲者是如何有效的与他人沟通吗?通过我们的(演讲)课程,学生将能以有趣的(学习)方式掌握演讲技能!

    Part of AFCC 2017 Fun with Languages
    27 May 2017 (Sat) 10:30am – 11:30am Jurong West Public Library – Programme Zone

Varina is a Welfare Camp Instructor at LSCT Society. She hopes to work with students to help them understand themselves, build their confidence and realise their hidden potential and talents. Varina has achieved Silver Award during the SYF Festival in 2007 and 2009.

Varsha Seshan

Varsha Seshan

Author (India)
  • Illustrationary

    Illustrationary (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years)

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Claudine Fernandez (Founder and Principal Instructor, Artistic Strategies Academy), Melissa Tan (PaintInks by Melt) (Illustrator ), Mas Shafreen (Compulsive Doodler)

    We know illustrators can draw. But can authors draw? In a game of Illustrationary, we put both children's authors and illustrators to the test. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    18 May 2017 (Thu) 4:15pm – 4:45pm L1, Plaza

  • [PANEL] Writing About Us
    Diversity Kidlit

    [PANEL] Writing About Us

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Wai Chim (Author), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    The speakers in this panel have one thing in common- they fight to make hidden voices heard. Sit in for this session as they speakers from various countries discuss how they advocate for more inclusive kidlit.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Varsha Seshan is a children’s writer and a classical dancer. She is the author of The Story-Catcher, as well as a series of books on trains in India. She conducts reading workshops in association with the British Council and also facilitates a Writers’ Club for children.

Vijayanand Thamotharan

Vijayanand Thamotharan

Director, Crimson Earth (Singapore)
  • [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively
    Pre-school Primary

    [PANEL] Creative Parents Parenting Creatively

    Rilla Melati (Director, Creative Content Development, Mini Monsters Limited), Don Bosco (Founder, Super Cool Books), Vijayanand Thamotharan (Director, Crimson Earth)

    Get ideas and tips from speakers, Don, Vijayanand and Rilla, as they discuss how they encourage their children’s creativity to blossom. 

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 2:30pm – 3:30pm L5, Possibility Room

Vijayanand Thamotharan is the Director of Crimson Earth. He has previously worked as the Director of Absolutely Parents. His interests include publishing, business development, education planning and content development.

Vondie Clementin Silooy

Vondie Clementin Silooy

Student and Performer (Indonesia)
  • Batu Badaong
    Country of Focus

    Batu Badaong (For 4-6 years, 7-9 years)

    Christian Tamaela (Ethnomusicologist, Lecturer and Musician), Alfen Tamaela (Student and Performer), Janes Maryon Silooy (Student and Performer), Vondie Clementin Silooy (Student and Performer)

    In this musical performance unlike any other, leaves and sounds of nature are used in a one-of-a-kind storytelling. With music and poetry, musicians from Ambon regale a folktale of a poor girl who sang the Batu Badaong song to a rock, which is said to hold the spirits of her ancestors. Join this enthralling performance and find out if she will be saved from her miseries. 

    Part of Performances & Activities
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 12:45pm – 1:00pm B1, My Tree House

Vondie is a member of the Booyratan arts group, and plays local traditional music instruments and songs.

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Wai Chim

Wai Chim

Author (Australia)
  • [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?
    Kidlit

    [PANEL] Authors’ Discussion: Who Gets to Write Asian Stories?

    Wai Chim (Author), Paolo Fabregas (Comic Artist and Executive Creative Director of Publicis Manila, Inc.), Heidi Shamsuddin (Author), Holly Thompson (Author, Teacher)

    As the message of diversity becomes more prevalent in publishing, it is crucial to ask who gets to create Asian stories. Join the content creators in this session as they give their stand on this question.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 4:45pm – 6:00pm L5, Possibility Room

  • [PANEL] Writing About Us
    Diversity Kidlit

    [PANEL] Writing About Us

    Sierra Mae Paraan (Author, Education Specialist), Varsha Seshan (Author), Wai Chim (Author), Daniel Tayona (Creative Director, CANVAS—Center for Art, New Ventures and Social Development)

    The speakers in this panel have one thing in common- they fight to make hidden voices heard. Sit in for this session as they speakers from various countries discuss how they advocate for more inclusive kidlit.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 3:00pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Wai Chim is a first generation Chinese-American from New York City. She grew up speaking Cantonese at home and absorbing Western culture through books, TV and school. She also lived in Japan before making Sydney, Australia her permanent home. Her books include the Chook Chook series for middle-grade readers. Freedom Swimmer is her debut novel for older readers.

Wang Tingting

Wang Tingting

Museum Educator, Singaport Art Museum (Singapore)
  • Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum
    Pre-school Primary

    Visual, Verbal and Cultural Literacy in the Art Museum

    Wang Tingting (Museum Educator, Singaport Art Museum), Stephanie Wong (Graphic Designer, Singaport Art Museum), John Tung (Assistant Curator, Singapore Art Museum)

    When art meets the written word, the storytelling experience becomes more interactive, even whimsical. Glimpse into how visual, verbal and cultural literacy is encouraged through tactile interactive artworks at the Children Season’s exhibition, Imaginarium, at the Singapore Art Museum.

    Part of Parents Forum, Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    21 May 2017 (Sun) 10:00am – 11:00am L5, Possibility Room

Wang Tingting is Manager of Programmes (Education) at the Singapore Art Museum, and oversees school visits and educational programmes. In SAM, she has developed education resources and merchandise suitable for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary students for various exhibitions such as Imaginarium, Time of Others, 5 Stars, After Utopia and Once Upon This Island.

Weelai Suwanarat

Weelai Suwanarat

Educator and Director of the Professional and Education Development, PAP Community Foundation (Singapore)
  • Technology and Mother Tongue in Preschool Classrooms
    Pre-school

    Technology and Mother Tongue in Preschool Classrooms

    Weelai Suwanarat (Educator and Director of the Professional and Education Development, PAP Community Foundation)

    In a rapidly changing and technology-driven landscape, how does the role of technology come into play in the teaching of Mother Tongue Language in preschool settings? Children are active learners and teachers need to understand how technology can enhance language learning.

    Part of Preschool & Primary Teachers Congress
    20 May 2017 (Sat) 3:15pm – 4:15pm L1, Visitors Briefing Room

Dr Weelai's 30 years of experience include preschool management, and working with infants and student care programmes. She has also trained and mentored teachers, centre directors and curriculum specialists of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. She is a recipient of the Singapore 2004 Lifelong Learner Award.

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Yong Shu Chiang

Yong Shu Chiang

Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books (Singapore)
  • Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Speed Pitching (Writing)

    Andrea Pasion-Flores (General Manager, Anvil Philippines), Cynthea Liu (President, Starts With Us, Inc. and Executive Director of the Bryan Johnson Foundation), Lydia Leong (Publishing Manager, Marshall Cavendish International (Asia)), Yong Shu Chiang (Director/Commissioning Editor, Bubbly Books), Petra Nagyová Džerengová (Author, News and TV-journalist and Founder of Verbarium)

    In this Speed Pitching session, AFCC Writers and Illustrators Conference delegates have 5-10 minutes to pitch their children’s books ideas to literary agents and publishing representatives from USA, Slovakia, Singapore, and Philippines. This could be your chance to get your works published! Find out more about submissions.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference
    17 May 2017 (Wed) 2:00pm – 4:15pm L16, The Pod

Shu Chiang has over 20 years of experience in publishing. He was a TODAY journalist and also Senior Editor at SPH Magazines. At the National Arts Council, he served as Assistant Director, Singapore Writers Festival. As director/commissioning editor, he identifies and mentors Bubbly’s new authors, guiding them to complete their first novels.

Yovita Siswati

Yovita Siswati

Author (Indonesia)
  • Indonesian Mysteries and Historical Fiction
    Country of Focus

    Indonesian Mysteries and Historical Fiction

    Herdiana Hakim (Writer, Researcher), Yovita Siswati (Author)

    Historical stories have appealed to young readers across the world for centuries. Yovita and Herdiana will let you in why Yovita’s stories Misteri Kota Tua and Misteri Kampung Hitam are popular in Indonesia and what makes them special.

    Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference, Country of Focus: Indonesia
    19 May 2017 (Fri) 2:00pm – 3:00pm B1, Multi-Purpose Room

Yovita is a mother of two who became an author by accident. She very much enjoys writing novels, especially ones with historical backgrounds. She has written more than 35 children’s books. One of Yovita’s books, Misteri Kota Tua, has been placed on the IBBY Honour List in 2016.