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:

Other Useful Sites to Combat COVID-19:

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

Little Day Out - 7 April 2020

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

Lester Ng - 20 April 2020

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...

Ultimate Guide To 100 Of The Best Indoor Activities For Kids In Singapore

50+ Indoor Activities For Kids: Ideas Of What You Can Do At Home

Pearl Chen - 29 January 2020

Kids can be a handful when they start getting restless with boundless energy, especially when they have to stay at home. But you can still have plenty of fun bonding time with kids around...

Scholastic Makes Available “Learn at Home” Virtual Learning Resources

Lester Ng - 24 March 2020

Scholastic would be a familiar brand to many parents and children. After all, they are the publishers of popular children’s titles such as Captain Underpants and Geronimo Stilton. With the current coronavirus situation, Scholastic has...

Ideas & Activities To Explore

Explore A Castle Online: Go On A Virtual Tour Of Edinburgh Castle From Home

Lester Ng - 11 May 2020

Edinburgh Castle sits on a rocky crag in the middle of Scotland’s capital city. It looks every part like the majestic, medieval castle it is. While the fortress may seem a long way away,...

A WFH Mum Shares How She Applies Classroom Management Ideas To Her Daily Routine...

Esther Eio - 30 April 2020

Have you ever thought: “I wish my husband would handle the children?” “I wish my wife would step up more? Let me let you in on a secret. What if I shared with you that there are...

Inspring Stories

12 Care Packages And Ideas That Will Help Brighten Up Anyone’s Day

Carissa Soh - 18 May 2021

While we anticipate the next time we will be able to bond over a face to face meal as a group, a great way to make anyone’s day would be by sending over a...

Man Voluntarily Cleans Playground To Help Protect Children From Coronavirus

Lester Ng - 11 February 2020

With the outbreak of the coronavirus, one man decided that he would help play his part by cleaning up a playground in a local park in Malaysia. On Saturday, 8 February 2020, Mr Mustaqim Kumar...

News for Families

10 Things to Take Note Of As We Exit The Circuit Breaker: What We...

Ee Jia Tan - 27 May 2020

We may be reaching the light at the end of the tunnel soon. As Singapore enters phase one of the safe re-opening of some economic activities, and school reopens (Hooray!), there are still restrictions...

Innovative Ways Brands & Businesses Are Moving Online To Engage Audiences and Customers

Ee Jia Tan - 20 May 2020

From wet markets to museums to Hari Raya bazaars, brands have chosen to engage customers and audiences online. Given the current situation, traditional businesses and brands have had to find innovative ways to continue...

Precautions to Take

Precautions To Take With The Wuhan Virus Situation In Singapore

Lester Ng - 28 January 2020

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...

[Video] Wash Your Hands #SafeHands

Little Day Out - 20 March 2020

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!...