Ee Peng Liang: Singapore's Father Of Charity

Our Amazing Heros

Ee Peng Liang
Singapore's Father of Charity

By (author): Shawn Seah
Illustrated by: Patrick Yee

"Shawn Seah's Our Amazing Heroes illustrates how the deep roots of family history and enduring family values shaped the lives of local heroes. Their remarkable contributions to society remind us how family ethos, support and legacy inspire acts of courage, compassion, and leadership across generations."

"Our Amazing Heroes are stories of heroism, courage and honour in times of great hardship during the war in Singapore. Shawn Seah takes historical facts, brings them to life in compelling stories, and makes difficult topics accessible, and even inspiring, to young readers. Our Amazing Heroes conveys values of courage in the face of danger; compassion, kindness, and sacrifice during war; and resilience to overcome trying times. These are values that endure. The stories will connect with students and motivate them to believe that they can shape the world by reflecting on those who made a difference during a dark time in Singapore's history. War brings difficult challenges, but also reveals the best in humanity. I am delighted to support Shawn Seah's dedication and commitment to historical storytelling."

A brave young soldier miraculously survives the brutal Japanese Occupation of Singapore. Witnessing the poor, sick and those in need suffering because of the war, he resolves to spend his life in the service of others. He eventually becomes known as Singapore's "Father of Charity", setting up organisations like the Singapore Council of Social Service and the Community Chest. This courageous and honourable man is none other than Ee Peng Liang.

Who are Singapore's amazing heroes, the people who sacrificed so much during World War II? So, come and celebrate the people who have made a difference to Singapore, through their courage, service and kindness.

Readership: Children 3–8 years old and 6–12 years old.