Children's Books

ISBN: 978-981-17770-0-4(Box set) Year Published: 2025 Authors: Derek Wong, Puah Rui Xian, Jaime Niam, Claire Lum, Matthew Gan, Chen Jei Min Publisher: The Nutgraf Books Supported by: Singapore National Olympic Council Format: Paperback Dimensions: 13.2 × 20.0 × 5.7 cm Meet Singapore’s brightest sporting stars in this exciting collection, as the country celebrates SG60! Singapore’s Sports Champions is a six-book series that brings to life the incredible journeys of eight local athletes who chased their dreams. Each book is packed with stories of determination and triumph, inspiring children to believe in themselves and never give up! Filled with fun facts and motivational lessons, Singapore’s Sports Champions is the perfect gift for young readers who love sports and real-life inspiration. Each story proves that with heart, hard work, and a little bit of Singaporean spirit, anything is possible. Ideal for ages 7-12, this box set will ignite the champion in every child!  The books are also sold individually. Part of the proceeds will go to the Singapore Olympic Foundation.

ISBN: 978-981-18-9758-0 (Hardcover), 978-981-18-9757-3 (Paperback) Page Count: 36pp Year Published: 2024 Author: Peh Shing Huei Publisher: The Nutgraf Books Dimensions: 22 × 22 × 3.7 cm Format: Paperback Pineapple, Let’s Roll! explores the journey of Ong Lai, a shy pineapple outcast by his schoolmates. However, he has a fateful encounter with Jambu Jane, a helpful friend, who encourages Ong Lai to run for Head Prefect in the School of Fruits. Inspired by Singapore’s 2023 landmark presidential election, this book is a useful primer, introducing young readers to important themes such as the value of friendship, self-confidence, bullying and having respect for others, no matter how different others may look or seem. Encountering the many local fruits amid the familiar setting of school further makes Pineapple enjoyable and relatable to young readers. Written by Peh Shing Huei and illustrated by Quek Hong Shin, Pineapple, Let’s Roll! is sure to enthrall young readers (and even some adults) across the island with its whimsical yet foundationally important themes. About the Illustrator Quek Hong Shin is a Singaporean freelance author and illustrator whose works include picture books such as The Amazing Sarong, Universe of Feelings, and Chou Chou. His titles were nominated twice for The Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award. The Incredible Basket, published by Epigram Books, won Best Children’s Book at the 2019 Singapore Book Awards. Grandma’s Tiger, written by Alan John and illustrated by Hong Shin is on The White Ravens 2023, an international recommendation list of children’s literature. Behind the Book Ong Lai is a pineapple. He wants to be Head Prefect in the School of Fruits. Will he roll to victory?

ISBN: 978-981-17770-2-8 (Paperback) Page Count: 94pp Year Published: 2025 Author: Claire Lum Publisher: The Nutgraf Books Supported by: Singapore National Olympic Council Dimensions: 12.7 × 19.7 × 0.85 cm Format: Paperback Loh Kean Yew has swung his racket on international stages – but did you know that one of his first badminton nets was his house gate? Read on to find out how Singapore’s first badminton world champion became a smashing success! Meet Singapore’s brightest sporting stars in this exciting six-book series. Be inspired by their incredible journeys of how they chased their dreams! Filled with fun facts and motivational lessons, Singapore’s Sports Champions is the perfect gift for young readers who love sports and real-life inspiration. Each story proves that with heart, hard work, and a little bit of Singaporean spirit, anything is possible. Ideal for ages 7-12, this box set will ignite the champion in every child! The books are also sold individually. Part of the proceeds will go to the Singapore Olympic Foundation.

ISBN: 978-981-17770-3-5 (Paperback) Page Count: 94pp Year Published: 2025 Author: Jaime Niam Publisher: The Nutgraf Books Supported by: Singapore National Olympic Council Dimensions: 12.7 × 19.7 × 0.85 cm Format: Paperback After taking part in his first-ever competition at the age of 11, he declared that he wanted to be world champion. Today, he is the No. 1 kitefoiler in the world. Ride the wind with Max Maeder, whose competitive spirit and love for chess puzzles turned him into a world-class athlete and Olympic medallist! Meet Singapore’s brightest sporting stars in this exciting six-book series. Be inspired by their incredible journeys of how they chased their dreams! Filled with fun facts and motivational lessons, Singapore’s Sports Champions is the perfect gift for young readers who love sports and real-life inspiration. Each story proves that with heart, hard work, and a little bit of Singaporean spirit, anything is possible. Ideal for ages 7-12, this box set will ignite the champion in every child! The books are also sold individually. Part of the proceeds will go to the Singapore Olympic Foundation.

ISBN: 978-981-17770-1-1 (Paperback) Page Count: 100pp Year Published: 2025 Author: Matthew Gan Publisher: The Nutgraf Books Supported by: Singapore National Olympic Council Dimensions: 12.7 × 19.7 × 0.85 cm Format: Paperback Meet Irfan, Ikhsan, and Ilhan Fandi – three brothers with one big goal: to be football stars. From Mars bars to match-winning goals, follow the trio’s thrilling journey as they dribble past challenges and shoot for greatness! Meet Singapore's brightest sporting stars in this exciting six-book series. Be inspired by their incredible journeys of how they chased their dreams! Filled with fun facts and motivational lessons, Singapore’s Sports Champions is the perfect gift for young readers who love sports and real-life inspiration. Each story proves that with heart, hard work, and a little bit of Singaporean spirit, anything is possible. Ideal for ages 7-12, this box set will ignite the champion in every child!  The books are also sold individually. Part of the proceeds will go to the Singapore Olympic Foundation.