COVID-19: Novel Coronavirus Situation in Singapore
With the COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) outbreak taking place rapidly and affecting many countries and lives worldwide, many of us have been trying to make sense of the situation. Here, we compile the latest news in Singapore that would be relevant for parents and families, the precautions to take, resources you can share with children, as well as inspiring stories we’ve discovered along the way.
To stay on top of the evolving situation, please also check out these channels for the latest updates:
- Latest news from Singapore’s Ministry of Health
- WhatsApp Updates from Gov.sg
- WhatsApp Updates from Gov.sg for Overseas Singaporeans
- Telegram Updates from Gov.sg
- Health Advisories for Various Sectors
Other Useful Sites to Combat COVID-19:
- Where to Collect Masks: MaskGoWhere
- COVID-19 Online Symptom Checker
- PHPC Clincis: FluGoWhere
- TraceTogether
- KKH Urgent Paediatric Advice Line (U-PAL)
- To Check Out Crowds at Parks Before Going
- To Check Out Crowds at Malls Before Going
Information for Families, Employees and Businesses:
- Grants, Funds and Packages for Individuals
- SG United Jobs
- Exemption for Suspension of Activities
- Solidarity Budget 2020: Support for businesses, families and workers
Stay healthy and stay IN with Little Day Out, everyone! Check out our many articles below.
A Message From Little Day Out: Stay Safe, Stay Home, Stay Together
Hi everyone, like many of you, our office is closed and the team at Little Day Out is now working from home.
It is a difficult time for everyone in Singapore (and around the world)...
COVID-19 Journal: Keeping Track Of Historic Times
To say that we are living in unusual times would be an understatement. Even for those of us who have lived through SARS, the current coronavirus situation is many times more serious. These times...
Stay-at-Home Resources for Kids and Families
Go On A Virtual Tour Of National Library Board Exhibitions Online, Including Former Ford...
While we all know the National Library Board as the place to borrow books, did you know that it holds exhibitions as well. In addition to its permanent exhibition The News Gallery: Beyond Headlines,...
Fun Indoor Parent-Child Workouts You Can Try Out
Working out with your kid is a fantastic activity. It not only gives you a chance for parent-child bonding and for your kids to develop important motor skills, it also opens up a space...
Ideas & Activities To Explore
10 Of The Best Virtual Museum Tours for Kids: Explore The World!
Museums are wonderful places that enrichment and expand the mind, especially for little ones. Through the power of the internet, it is possible to visit museums, galleries and institutions all across the globe. We...
Revisiting Club Penguin: A Virtual World For Kids
May 2020 Update: Club Penguin Online has since been back offline as the result of a copyright claim by Disney.
Just like how all generations have their own memories of after-school activities, being part of...
Inspring Stories
Phua Chu Kang, Singapore’s Favourite Contractor, Returns To Help In The Fight Against COVID-19
In his trademark style, Singapore’s most well-known contractor says, “Hello, I’m Phua Chu Kang. Today, I’m not here to tell you jokes or make you laugh…” but you know he is going to.
Phua Chu...
Fairfield Primary Teachers Remind Everyone With A Cheery Song, “Wednesday Is HBL, Don’t Go...
With Singapore primary schools trying out home-based learning on Wednesday, 1 April 2020, the teachers from Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) have put together a song to help bring a smile to those trying to...
News for Families
Deadline For Mask Collection Extended To 29 February 2020
It was announced earlier that the Government is providing households in Singapore with a pack of four masks in light of the 2019 novel coronavirus situation. However, with slightly under 50% of masks not...
Phua Chu Kang Is Back To Remind “Singapore Be Steady” In A New Video
Singapore’s favourite contractor, Phua Chu Kang, is back with a new public service message video, “Singapore Be Steady”.
Singapore Be Steady
The new video, released on 22 March 2020, is Phua Chu Kang’s second COVID-19 video....
Precautions to Take
![[Video] Wash Your Hands #SafeHands](https://www.littledayout.com/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2020-03-20-at-12.50.34-PM-324x235.png "[Video] Wash Your Hands #SafeHands")
[Video] Wash Your Hands #SafeHands
Keep your hands safe and clean by washing them for at least 20 seconds. A fun way to do so is by singing the song "The Wheels On The Bus Twice". Watch our video!...
Precautions To Take With The Wuhan Virus Situation In Singapore
The evolving Wuhan Coronavirus situation is a cause of concern for many, especially for those who remember the days of SARS back in 2003. As of 28 Jan 2020, 4 pm, there have been...
