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Chun lives in a shophouse on Telok Ayer Street where bullock carts and rickshaws clatter by. Her blissful life with her family and her beloved grandmother is upset by the new ideas of a man who looks Chinese but doesn't dress like one. He tells her father that Chun and her sisters should go to school. Mother firmly disagrees. Chun turns to her wise grandmother for help, but she keeps strangely quiet.
To make matters worse, the cook's assistant, Boh Gnee, gives her the creeps - he is always staring at her. One day, he surprises her with something that changes both their lives.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A girl navigates tradition and change in early Singapore.
Who is this book for?
Little Pioneers offers a fascinating glimpse into early Singapore life through Chun’s eyes. It’s a gentle but compelling story about family, tradition, and new ideas that will resonate with readers interested in cultural history and personal growth. The setting and characters make this a charming read for anyone curious about how communities evolve.
