In Kampung Sungai Jati, a talented boy named Aiman uses his extraordinary teh tarik–pulling and acrobatic skills to protect his village from greedy outsiders. When villains attempt to scare villagers into selling their land, Aiman and his friends create a daring distraction using tea, smoke, and clever teamwork. Through courage and creativity, Aiman proves that even simple traditions can become...
In the misty Cameron Highlands of Malaysia, twelve-year-old Amir befriends Naga Asap, a gentle cloud dragon accidentally summoned by the fragrant smoke of his neighbour’s satay stall. As their secret friendship blossoms over shared skewers and moonlit dances, Amir must protect Naga Asap from fear and misunderstanding when outsiders mistake the dragon for a threat. With the help of a clever...
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 this heartfelt contemporary drama set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Wānaka, twelve-year-old Chloe Te Whare discovers her beloved semi-submerged willow tree has been damaged by careless visitors. Refusing to stay silent, she rallies her schoolmates, family, and community to launch a grassroots project to protect the tree—not just with a physical barrier, but with education, cultural...
Kai and Mei, two adventurous siblings of Asian descent living in Western Australia, discover a tangled "ghost net" threatening a sea turtle on the Ningaloo Reef. Attached to the net is a cryptic message from a whistleblower named Linh, leading them on a high-stakes trail of clues across rusted landmarks and salt pans. By decoding the messages, the children uncover an illegal poaching ring and...
Through a series of heartfelt letters to her American pen pal Emma, twelve-year-old Kiko Suzuki shares her life in the shadow of Matsumoto's iconic "Crow Castle." Her quiet passion for architecture is ignited when she enters a prefectural design contest, leading her to create a community library inspired by the castle's traditional wooden joinery. With encouragement from Emma, help from a gruff...
The Great Sand Dune Escape is a gripping tale set in the iconic White Sand Dunes of Mui Ne, following a talented young boy named Dung who is determined to win a sand-boarding competition to support his family. When a perilous sandstorm strikes, the race turns into a fight for survival, forcing Dung to set aside his rivalry and use his deep connection with the desert to lead his peers to safety...
Chai, a high-achieving competitive swimmer from Bangkok, approaches a family hike at Erawan National Park like an Olympic race, obsessed with being the first to reach the prestigious seventh tier. Along the way, he ignores his cousin Somchai’s attempts to enjoy the scenery and misses out on the small wonders of the various waterfall levels. Upon reaching the top and finding himself lonely and...
On a bustling New Year's Eve at a vibrant night market, young Zhi Hao faces a crisis when his family’s legendary "Midnight Batch" of Bak Kwa goes missing. Alongside his plucky friend Mei Lin, Zhi Hao navigates the sights and smells of the Pasar Malam, following sticky clues and dodging red herrings. They eventually discover the thief is a mischievous monkey and use a clever trick with "Dragon’s...
Oranges in the Esplanade is a charming tale set in the vibrant streets of Penang during the Chap Goh Mei festival. Thirteen-year-old Belly participates in the tradition of throwing an orange into the sea to find a connection, leading her to Ah Boon, a boy who shares her deep love for local history. Through text messages and a heartfelt meeting at the Clan Jetties, the two navigate the nervousness...