100 MALAYSIA CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOKS TO READ AND LOVE
BACKGROUND
The Selection panel:
Datuk Seri Nor Hisham A DahlanProf. Dr. Md Sidin Ahmad Ishak, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Unisel Adibah Omar, CEO, Perbadanan Kota Buku Ishak Hamzah, Adjunct Profesor, UPM Sean Lee, Deputy Head Illustration, Dasein Academy of Art Moderator and spokesperson : Khair Ngadiron, Director, Majlis Buku Kebangsaan Malaysia Coordinator: Linda Tan, Director, Museum of Picture Book Art |
The 100 Malaysia Children's Picture Books To Read and Love was conceived based on the belief that Malaysia has many good picture books for chidren. Talented writers and illustrators and passionate publishers have published these often beautiful books with rich content encompassing the life of a child and his or her surroundings. From early childhood, yes, even when in the womb, it is possible to read to the child, the stories and pictures in picture books help the child to understand the world arround him/her. And no better is this reflected than the books created by local writers and illustrators with characters, stories and environment the child can identify with.
"The stories and pictures in picture books help the child to understand the world arround him/her. And no better is this reflected than the books created by local writers and illustrators with characters, stories and environment the child can identify with."At the Museum of Picture Book Art, we believe the picture book is more than a storybook, though it is that, but that it is also an object of art and culture. Have you ever come across an old, out of print picture books and remember with fondness not only the story but also the images still in your mind and the feelings associated with the book? That is the power of the picture book for the young. Doesn't this make picture books important for the growth and development of the child? In Malaysia, more writers, illustrators and publishers are publishing picture books and it is time our schools use picture books not only to cultivate the reading habit from young, but also to enncourage empathy, knowledge and yes, wisdom in the young.
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The 100 Malaysia Children's Picture Books are divided into several categories. Please note the subject matter may overlap so each book is categorised by its key subject matter.
Category: Concept books
Concept books are picture books typically for the very young.
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Yusof Gajah series |
Knockety, Knockety Knock! |
Category: Environment / Nature
The selected picture books feature the environment in a fun and interesting way that will enable children not only to understand the physical world around them but also to interact and to protect the environment
The Waterfolks Return Home |
Discovering Penang Street Trees |
Spoonie's Journey |
Pipa Gadis KertasWatch Bicara Karyawan: Pipa Gadis Kertas, an interview with the author/illustrator about this interesting book.
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I Belong to the Forest |
Glasier Rumahku |
Kembara Musim Panas Sara |
Misi Melur |
Animals of Kinabatangan |
Anak Rimba Environmental SeriesListen to the Kita Semua Anak Rimba! podcast from BFM, as they discuss their mission to inspire children to protect nature through their beautifully illustrated books.
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Puteri Tioman the Green Turtle
Pohon KenanganHere’s an interview with the author/illustrator, Emila Yusof by Mirrors Windows Doors from UK.
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Tuty the Turtle
In the Rainforest |
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Category: Animals
Children have always loved animal stories and this selection is delightful both in their stories as well as illustrations.
ABC Animals We See! |
Owly Set |
Ah Miao |
A New Home for Oyen |
Roar in the Rainforest |
Under the Sea |
Gojah |
Hello Animals Duo |
Animal Story World Set |
Dumpling the Tiger |
Category: Mental Health and Social Interactions
Early development on social interactions are essential for children. The books here teach children to understand and handle emotions and how to engage in social cues
Shh...! There's a MONSTER..! |
Rainbows and Sunshine |
Don't You Dare Bully Me |
What If?Read an article by Free Malaysia Today about What If? - Makchic's first kids’ picture book addressing body safety.
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Saya Sedang Berusaha |
Yasmin dan Adam |
When Love Heals Hate |
Aimi Tidak Murung Lagi |
Peel |
Category: Patriotism / Unity
Love of country helps a child to be proud to be a Malaysian, to protect his/her country, to respect others and to be a good citizen.
This is My Home |
Negaraku |
My country and ICheck out the podcast interview with the author of
My Country And I: The Malaysia Agreement 1963 from BFM. |
Category: Biography
Biographies provide role models for children and we hope to see more biographies especially of great Malaysians who have contributed to the country and the world.
Kembara Ibn Battutah
Category: Family
This series consists of family stories that warms the heart and brings a deep appreciation towards our family.
The girl at Heaven's Stairs |
I am here, Son! |
Who is mom's favourite? |
Kasih Sayang Nenek |
Two Sisters, One Sarong |
What does Tok Bah Like? |
Where the Stars Come to Play |
Daddy Rabbit is Missing |
Shhh... Don't let others know |
Category: Childhood and growing up
These books focus on early childhood lessons from proper personal hygiene to healthy eating as well as appreciating what goes on around them from their viewpoint.
HayLey's Happylicious Series |
What Shall I be? |
Siri Buku Bacaan Madani |
What do i want to be? |
How to Fight Tooth Bugs |
Rap, Rap! |
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Category: Festivals and Celebrations
Multi cultural Malaysia is rich in diverse celebrations and festivals. These books share the practice and traditions of some festivals here.
Ramadan Tiba, Aidilfitri Menjelang |
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Category: Indigenous World
In recent years, more and more indigenous literature have become available, including children's picture books. These books share indigenous culture, tradition and values. Chief among them are their closely knit community and appreciation of nature. We also learn about the challenges they face and how they overcome them.
Mengapa Kita Tak Boleh Berlebihan?
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Anak Murid yang Memakai Kain Cawat |
Biar Pete de Bersuara |
Category: Stories from East Malaysia
East Malaysia, comprising Sabah and Sarawak, is rich in culture, and abounds with a variety of flora and fauna. These picture books with illustrations bring their stories to a wider audience.
Sarawak Folktale Series |
Nama Berita? An Iban-English Children's Book |
Umaral |
Land Below the Wind |
Hello! Pipit |
Lelaki dari Sungai
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Category: Chinese Language Books
These Chinese language only picture books cover broad subject matters from nature, family, and wisdom. We have created a category for these selected Chinese language books and hope they can also be translated into Bahasa Malaysia or English or added at the end of the book to enable wider enjoyment of the books.
Yippee Yaya Set Box series |
Ah, you mess it up! |
The Eternal Light |
Xiao Bei Xiao Bei, Follow Me |
Dou Dou is Risen! |
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Category: Fantasy
Children's imagination are limitless. These fantasy books bring children to magical places and encourage their imagination to run free.
The Real Elephant |
Across the StarsListen to the Benefits of Doodling, And Getting Started podcast from BFM, featuring Dr. Rajini Sarvananthan and illustrator Nor Azhar Ishak on how doodling boosts focus and cognitive skills in children.
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Category: Folktales
Folktales are passed down by our ancestors and contain lessons and wisdom. They are valuable to help us understand our history and culture.
Batu Belah Batu Bertangkup |
Puteri Gunung LedangHere’s an interview with the author/illustrator, Emila Yusof by Mirrors Windows Doors from UK.
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Xin & The Blue Dragon of Spring |
Hikayat Kids Series
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The Rainbird |
Category: Silent Books
A silent book consists only of a series of illustrations that are able to still tell a story in its own way.
Somewhere in the KualaListen to the Somewhere in the Kuala podcast from BFM, where authors discuss their wordless children's book that explores Kuala Lumpur through the eyes of kids.
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The Red Goggles |
Category: War
We are sorry that children have to learn about war but the power of picture books is that they are able to convey real issues and we hope future generation can do better than us!
Kailash |
Ditinggalkan dalam Kesunyian
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