and pigs. Kids may also chat with their trainers and learn to appreciate these animals in a whole new light. Photo
Photo: Mandai Wildlife Group
A one-hectare wonderland where kids interact with 250 animal friends and embark on the Ranger Buddies Quest for positive global change
The new KidzWorld, also the Home of the Ranger Buddies, was launched at the Singapore Zoo today by Singapore’s First Lady, Ms. Jane Ittogi, and Group CEO of Mandai Wildlife Group, Mr. Mike Barclay. The one-hectare KidzWorld augments Singapore Zoo’s 50-year heritage of providing children and their families with a living classroom to experience animal encounters and plenty of opportunities for playtime. It builds on the strengths of the park’s previous Rainforest KidzWorld (2009) and Children’s World (1991).
A place where learning and fun meet, the experiences have been designed to spark and grow love for animals, wildlife, and nature. These range from interactive play, to meeting animals, to a new water maze to dial up the fun.
“Our new children’s experience zone focuses on delivering a world-class petting zoo, combined with a wide array of play and adventure activities,” said Mike Barclay. “We firmly believe that zoos play a pivotal role in instilling a love and respect for nature through meaningful interactions with animals and other nature-based learning experiences. Our aspiration is that developing an affinity for nature will fire up the next generation to become nature stewards who will act for a world where people and wildlife can thrive together.”
KidzWorld is also Home of the Ranger Buddies, an edutainment programme aimed at nurturing every child to become a future-ready and responsible global citizen by driving positive change for themselves, others, and the world. With the newly soft-launched Ranger Buddies Quest that features unique interactive park experiences, children may set out from the Base Camp on physical missions to visit outposts, equipped with smart binoculars and a companion app. There are three outposts in KidzWorld where children can discover more about animal health, animal care, and animal nutrition. Quest missions and outposts will be gradually added in the coming months and will take the Ranger Buddies on adventures in Singapore Zoo and River Wonders.
By actively participating in the array of Ranger Buddies activities at KidzWorld, children delve into the core of Ranger Buddies Quest where they learn about the seven critical C.O.U.R.A.G.E. strengths or life skills that equip and empower them to be future-ready. These traits correspond to each zone in KidzWorld, for instance, to be undaunted in getting up close with animal friends at the outdoor habitat Animal Land. Please refer to Annex A for more information on C.O.U.R.A.G.E.
