Stories that depict the challenges and triumphs of growing up, helping children navigate their own journey of self-discovery and identity.
When 11-year-old Maya discovers strange markings on the banana leaf wrapping her nasi lemak, she uncovers a hidden map that leads her and her best friend into an abandoned indigo mansion. What begins as a curious lunchtime surprise turns into a meaningful mystery, revealing a lost family heirloom and reconnecting her kampung to its forgotten history. Through bravery, curiosity, and respect for...
When a virtual reality experiment goes wrong, star athlete Jayden and brilliant science geek Mira accidentally swap consciousness, forcing them to live each other’s daily lives. As Jayden struggles with academic pressure inside Mira’s body and Mira faces the intense expectations of athletic performance in Jayden’s, both begin to understand the hidden challenges behind the roles they once judged...
Jax, a boy who lives at the remote Taiaroa Head wildlife centre, faces a fierce southern storm that strands a vulnerable albatross chick on a dangerous cliff ledge. Embracing his role as a kaitiaki (guardian), Jax must use his local knowledge and courage to assist the rangers in a tricky rescue mission, scrambling over slippery rocks to bring the chick safely back to its distressed parent. The...
Sophie, a girl struggling with her family's move from Auckland to rural Otago, visits the mysterious Moeraki Boulders. She discovers the spherical stones hold ancient memories and stories from Māori legend, which are awakened by the touch of the tide. Through connecting with these whispers of the past – tales of wreck, survival, patience, and joy – and with the gentle guidance of a local man...
In a quiet Malaysian village, a young girl named Yana discovers a strange weight in her chest that appears whenever she feels overwhelmed. As she tries to escape it, she learns that the “paperweight heart” is not something to remove, but something that helps her stay steady through fear, pressure, and emotional storms. Through a school storytelling challenge and guidance from unexpected places...
Lila Tan wakes up one morning discovering she is 10% lighter every day. As she drifts literally above the world, she struggles to stay grounded. With the help of a mysterious handbook, weighted objects, and the power of love and focus, Lila learns to balance her new lightness with the things that truly keep her tethered, discovering courage, creativity, and the heart of what it means to stay...
Aiman, a twelve-year-old boy spending his school holidays in George Town, struggles to learn his grandmother Ah Ma’s famous Nyonya laksa recipe while preparing for a local Heritage Day cooking challenge. Through long hours in the kitchen, grinding spices by hand and listening to Ah Ma’s stories, he slowly discovers that the true secret ingredient isn’t found in the pot, but in the memories...
Luma, a celestial gardener, falls from the stars into a city where no one remembers to look up. With the help of a curious boy named Jiro, she plants stars throughout the urban landscape, reigniting the city’s sense of wonder. Even the strictest city official learns to appreciate magic as the population rediscovers joy and curiosity in unexpected places. In the end, Luma returns to the stars...
Yang Zi, a young girl living in the historic Clan Jetties of Penang, discovers a tin of vintage postcards from the 1950s belonging to her grandfather. Inspired by the images of a bygone era, she embarks on a photography project to recreate the old photos from the same locations today. Through her journey, she learns about the transformation of her community, uncovers the stories of past...
In the magical town of Maplewood, children play a game called Shadow-Tag, where touching shadows swaps memories. When Eliot suddenly loses his own shadow, he discovers he can no longer give memories, only receive them. Through careful observation and learning the delicate balance of memory, Eliot uncovers the depth of his town’s lives, understanding both others and himself, and becomes the silent...