This slice-of-life story follows Jali, a young boy working on the Melaka River Cruise during his school holidays. Through his interactions with diverse passengers like the wise Uncle Tan and the jovial aunties, and by observing the city's vibrant riverbanks, Jali gains a deeper understanding of his community's rich history and cultural tapestry. His experiences on the river help him discover a...
Leena, a passionate young conservationist in Bukit Merah, stumbles upon a breathtaking, previously undiscovered waterfall teeming with unique flora and fauna. Her joy turns to alarm when she learns developers plan to build a resort threatening this pristine ecosystem. With the help of Uncle Ben, her friends Kumar and Siti, and eventually the entire community, Leena spearheads a campaign to...
Xiao Li, a young history enthusiast, stumbles upon an old, mysterious map hidden within the ruins of "Kellie's Mansion." With his friend Mei Lin, he follows the map's clues, leading them to a secret tunnel and a hidden chamber filled not with gold, but with historical artifacts, letters, and sketches that reveal the rich past of the mansion's builder and the local community. Through their...
During a school caving trip to Malaysia's Gua Tempurung, curious cousins Lee Ming and Siti, along with their guide Pak Abu, stumble upon a hidden chamber. Instead of a live dragon, they discover a series of ancient, intricate drawings on the cave walls. These drawings narrate a captivating tale of a mythical, dragon-like creature that once guarded the land, and how its well-being was intertwined...
This slice-of-life story follows Kai, a 9-year-old boy, as he spends his school holidays helping his family run their food stall at a traditional floating market on Pangkor Island. Through his daily tasks, from sorting fresh fish to making deliveries in a small sampan, Kai learns about the challenges and rewards of this unique way of life, the intricacies of a family business, and the profound...
During a family holiday in the scenic Taiping Lake Gardens, young Eddy, an aspiring detective, embarks on a mission to find his cousin Bell's lost gerbil, Fluffy. The search quickly turns into a playful puzzle as they follow a series of clever clues, including paper cranes and glitter trails, left by a mischievous girl named Lily. What initially seems like a disappearance unravels into a...
Eddy, Bell, Lily, and Kenji, a group of curious friends, stumble upon an ancient, hand-drawn map leading them to what they believe is an uninhabited island near Pulau Rawa. Driven by a thirst for adventure, they embark on a journey through dense jungle to find a hidden 'X' marked on the map, ultimately discovering a breathtaking, secluded cavern with a magnificent, glowing waterfall and...
"The Last Boat to Kukup Fishing Village" follows Mei-Mei, a city girl initially resistant to spending her summer with relatives in a unique stilted fishing village. Through daily chores, traditional games with local children, and participation in vibrant cultural festivals, Mei-Mei gradually sheds her dependence on technology and embraces the slower, community-focused lifestyle. She learns the...
Ah Boy, a quiet twelve-year-old boy, spends his weekends as an apprentice at the Southern Heritage Zoo in Johor, finding a sense of purpose he lacks in his daily school life. Under the guidance of his gruff but wise mentor, Uncle Musa, Ah Boy learns that zookeeping is a profound responsibility that involves protecting wild spirits and educating the public. Through his bond with a gentle tapir...
"A Rolled-Up Piece of Yellowed Paper" follows 11-year-old Eddy, a sharp-eyed boy with a passion for detective work, and his sister Anna as they explore the vast Brick-World Adventure theme park. After spotting a microscopic map hidden within the "Micro-Asia" exhibit, the pair decode riddles involving park landmarks like the Marble Palace and the Dragon Lord’s Castle. Their journey through the...
