By Joshua Raynen Lim
Skool4Kidz @ Tampines Greenleaf celebrated Go Green SG 2025 in a unique way: by organising a carnival for preschoolers and their families! Unlike the usual funfair, however, this carnival had a twist – game booths were handcrafted from upcycled materials, proving that sustainability can be part of our everyday lives in creative ways.
Where Imagination Meets Sustainability
The highlight of the carnival was the colourful array of game booths made entirely from materials like old cardboard boxes and upcycled decorations. Each setup was designed and handcrafted by teachers and the children. Preschool Educator Nur Fahmidah shared, “Together, we had teachers and students collecting [recyclable materials], designing and crafting. I really hope that, from this event, the kids will see that recyclable materials can go a long way.”
Kids taking turns at the Giant Tic Tac Toe game built entirely from reused boxes.
Learning Through Play
Through this carnival, both parents and children were immersed in a day of environmentally conscious fun. As some kids enjoyed playtime, some thought about how sustainable carnivals were more than just a fun time. As Greta Chan Yan Yu from K2 summed up sweetly, “[Sustainability] can save the world and make the world happy.”
A preschooler guided by her parents and teacher to play a game at the ball toss game station, which was made using upcycled materials.
The goal of this initiative wasn’t just a fun day out. It was about instilling lifelong green habits in young learners. By engaging children in hands-on activities that incorporate recycled materials, Skool4Kidz hopes to help inspire a generation to see sustainability as a natural part of life.
A mother and student teaming up at one of the game stations.
Go Green, Start Young
By giving play added purpose, Skool4Kidz @ Tampines Greenleaf showed that sometimes, it just takes a cardboard box, a bit of creativity, and a lot of heart, to lead a greener lifestyle!
The event echoes the spirit of Go Green SG 2025, which encourages community participation and highlights the power of small actions to make a big difference.
This celebration is a reminder that green living can be colourful, community-driven, and above all, fun.
