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| CONSULTANTS |
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Mr Cedric Leong began his career as a secondary school teacher of English Language and
Literature in 1988. In the course of the last 17 years, he also taught English as a foreign language
in Taiwan, worked with the Singapore Ministry of Education's Public Affairs Division, obtained a
master's degree in Applied Linguistics, and was Head of Department (HOD) for English Language
and Literature for more than four years. Since January 2003, he has been Teaching Fellow at
the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University. His current research interests
are in teaching for thinking and linguistic analysis of texts in relation to learner engagement.
Ms Helen Koh taught History, Social Studies and English Language in various streams both in
primary and secondary schools for 15 years. She was with the Educational Technology Division,
MOE for 5 years. At the Ministry she was involved in the conceptualisation and development of
training programmes that integrated the use of information technology. Numerous training workshops
were conducted for teachers as a form of pedagogical support to schools in implementing IT
lessons.
Ms Wong Joon Hwang is a part-time lecturer in NIE/ NTU and she is currently pursuing her
doctoral study. She has taught in both primary and secondary schools music and arts. She was
in the Ministry of Education, CPDD Music / MOE PS 21 revision committee for the Primary and
Secondary General Music Syllabus. She was also a consultant for schools in Singapore and Hong
Kong in infusing Thinking Skills into Music curriculum. As an active singer and an alumni member
of the Singapore Youth Choir, she has performed with the Singapore Symphonic Chorus, Lex Vox
Ensemble and Key Elements. She is the Vice-President to the International Society for Music
Education (Singapore), a member to Educational Research Association and Singapore Music
Association. She has written and published several articles on the teaching of weaker learners
and subject integration.
Mr Lee Ngan Hoe is currenthy a lecturer at the NIE. He was previously a gifted education specialist
with the Ministry of Education and a coordinator of the Gifted Education Mathematics Programme
in 1997. He has taught students in various streams in both secondary schools and junior colleges.
Mr Lee holds a Master of Science in Education and is currently pursuing a PhD with the Psychological
Studies Academic Group of the NIE. He has conducted workshops for teachers and students in
Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau and Shanghai. He is also co-author of a current primary
mathematics textbook series, "Shaping Maths".
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| OBJECTIVES |
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The Multi-disciplinary Heritage Trails aim to provide rich outdoor learning experience for P1 to P6
students, by infusing selected learning outcomes in Social Studies, English Language, Mathematics,
Science, Music and the Arts as well as the National Education messages. This series of six Heritage
Trails allows students to explore and learn about the major national heritage sites of the Singapore
River, Labrador Park and Nature Reserve, Kampong Glam, Chinatown, Little India and the Civic
District.
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| OVERVIEW OF THE SIX HERITAGE TRAILS |
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1. On the Trail of Multicultural Singapore
An Exploration of Little India
 Themes
Birth of a Nation & Needs of a New Nation
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- find out the origins and development of Little India in the context of the needs of a multicultural
Singapore.
- identify and interact with the people, cultural traditions, beliefs and practices of the Indian people,
thus developing an insight into the evolving Singaporean identity.
- experience the fun of learning together, across the invisible boundaries of various subject areas.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
 Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- We must preserve racial and religious harmony.
Though many races, religions, languages and cultures, we pursue one destiny.
- We have confidence in our future.
United, determined and well-prepared, we shall build a bright future for ourselves.
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2. On the Trail of Our Progress
An Exploration of the Civic District
 Themes
Our Progress as a Nation & Our Links with Other Countries
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- rediscover and appreciate some of Singaporeans most important landmarks and our national heritage.
- find out how the Civic District and the waterfront is being remade to help Singapore become increasingly
connected with the rest of the world.
- explore what they can do to build their future in Singapore.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
 Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- We must uphold meritocracy and incorruptibility.
This means opportunity for all, according to their ability and effort.
- We have confidence in our future.
United, determined and well-prepared, we shall build a bright future for ourselves.
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3. On the Trail of People and Places in the Neighbourhood
An Exploration of Chinatown - Kreta Ayer
 Themes
Our Neighbourhood
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- identify and associate the people in their own neighbourhoods
with their contributions to the daily lives of the other residents.
- find out how the Chinese in early Singapore lived in Kreta Ayer.
- experience the fun of learning together, across the invisible boundaries of various subject areas.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
- Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- We must preserve racial and religious harmony.
Though many races, religions, languages and cultures, we pursue one destiny.
- We have confidence in our future.
United, determined and well-prepared, we shall build a bright future for ourselves.
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4. On the Trail of Our Forefathers
An Exploration of our Heritage at the Singapore River
 Themes
Our Heritage
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- find out and appreciate the important contributions their forefathers made to the development of
Singapore from fishing community to prosperous city.
- discover what they can learn - across various subject areas - from studying the many sculptures
and other structures along the historic Singapore River.
- learn the value of hard work and the importance of peace and harmony to the survival and success
of Singapore.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
- Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- We must preserve racial and religious harmony.
Though many races, religions, languages and cultures, we pursue one destiny.
- No one owes Singapore a living.
We must find our own way to survive and prosper.
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5. On the Trail of our Natural Defences
An Exploration of Labrador Nature Reserve and Park
 Themes
Our Heritage
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- discover the reasons why Singapore is worth defending, and why conserving and protecting our
natural environment sensibly is an important part of ensuring Singapore survival.
- find out what specific actions they can take, as individuals and as a group, to help conserve and
protect our natural heritage.
- experience the joys of outdoor activities and take an active part in the multi-sensory and crossdisciplinary
learning opportunities that the outdoors provide.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
- Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- No one owes Singapore a living.
We must find our own way to survive and prosper.
- We must ourselves defend Singapore.
No one else is responsible for our security and well-being.
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6. On the Trail of our Schooling Experiences
An Exploration of Kampong Glam
Themes
Our School
Trail Objectives
On the trail, Explorers can:
- find out the Malay/Muslim way of life in what they see, do and feel in Kampong Glam.
- appreciate their school and schooling experiences by noticing the parallels in the outdoors.
- experience the joys of roaming in a garden and designing a garden of their own.
National Education Messages
The trail seeks to reinforce the following NE messages:
- Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
We want to keep our heritage and our way of life.
- We must preserve racial and religious harmony.
Though many races, religions, languages and cultures, we pursue one destiny.
- We have confidence in our future.
United, determined and well-prepared, we shall build a bright future for ourselves.
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