Starchild: Why Malaysian kids can't wait for the school holidays

Bethany Wang Qi Syuen, 8

It is that awesome time of the year again – the school holidays! Get ready to put away those textbooks, wave goodbye to homework, and say hello to two weeks of fun and adventure.

Malaysian students across the country are buzzing with excitement as they plan their holiday escapades. From exploring new places to spending quality time with family and friends, there are endless possibilities for creating unforgettable memories.

Some kids are gearing up for family trips to exciting destinations like theme parks, beaches, and cultural landmarks. Others are looking forward to cosy days at home, catching up on their favourite books or watching cartoons.

Here are some suggestions to keep the holiday vibes alive. If you enjoy arts and crafts, unleash your artistic side by trying out fun do-it-yourself crafts. Create colourful masterpieces, design your own holiday cards, or build a mini cardboard city – the possibilities are endless!

Malaysia is filled with stunning nature spots. Ask your parents to take you on a hiking adventure or have a picnic in a nearby park. Don’t forget to take lots of pictures.

If you enjoy baking, put on your chef’s hat and apron! Try your hand at baking some delicious treats. Whether it’s cookies, cupcakes, or a simple sandwich, the kitchen is your playground.

How about organising a game day with your friends. Laughter is guaranteed as your friends and you play board games, video games, or good old-fashioned hide-and-seek.

Get ready for an amazing school holiday filled with laughter, adventure, and tonnes of fun. Enjoy every moment, recharge those batteries, and come back to school with stories to share and a big smile on your face.

Here are the letters from Starchild readers on the topic, School Holidays.

Low Ying Xi, 11

Low Ying Xi, 11, says loves the holidays. “We can do literally anything – play games, hang out with friends or go to the cinema to watch a movie. My wish for the school holidays would be to go to a water park.

“Water parks are my favourite because there are many thrilling water rides. I love playing with water especially at water-themed parks around the Klang Valley. The waves and slides are always so refreshing especially in our hot weather. It would be a nice change to visit a water park than spending my school holidays at the daycare centre. I hope my father would work harder and take us to a water theme park soon.”

Lim Sheng Hao, 10

“My favourite days are holidays. I can play video games, sleep longer and eat a lot of snacks. Christmas is round the corner. During the school holidays, I hope to visit a few shopping malls to see the beautiful decorations. This would be a good way to cheer myself up. I hope every holiday lasts for a month,” says Lim Sheng Hao, 10.

Feivul Lee, 10

Feivul Lee, 10, says the school holidays is a time for students to enjoy after a long year of hard work at school.

“I love school holidays because it is the end of school for the year and you can do anything you like for two weeks. This is going to be an exciting school holidays for me as I am going to Kuala Lumpur and Melaka. It’s going to be so much fun because the holidays fall during Christmas.”

Eight-year-old Bethany Wang Qi Syuen is looking forward to the school holidays to spend some relaxing time with her family. “Sometimes my dad may surprise us with a staycation. Other times we do fun things at home. I also enjoy reading without interruptions at home. I hope to practise my ukulele too.”

Asher Wang Qi Chuen, 6

Younger sibling Asher Wang Qi Chuen, six, writes: “For the school holidays, besides drawing and playing, I am on a mission to improve my Chinese for the coming new year. I also would like to spend time practising playing the piano and baking, if I have the chance.”

Chuah Seng Koon, 8However, Chuah Seng Koon, eight, isn’t super excited about the school holidays. “It is always the same routine: wake up early for tuition classes and then go home to complete my homework. It is very sad that my school holidays never includes travelling or playing with friends. I am very lonely at home because I have no one to play with or talk to except adults. I envy my friends who will be going to places such as Thailand, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and theme parks around Malaysia.

“I can only imagine going to all those famous places. As this school holidays is only two weeks, I think I will revise my school work and be prepared for the examinations next month.”

Find the hidden words!

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