Bee Hoon Boy

A touching local story that reminds children to look beyond appearances — because every classmate has a story worth knowing. What would you do if your classmate always seemed half asleep... and even had noodles in his hair?

Great For
Ages 5–7 · Family reading · Classroom storytime · Teaching empathy and inclusion · Character and values education

As you read together, may your child learn to see others the way God does — with compassion, curiosity, and love that looks beyond the surface.

About This Book

In Bee Hoon Boy, no one sits with him at recess or talks to him much in class. But as the story unfolds, readers begin to see there’s more to Bee Hoon Boy than meets the eye — and that kindness begins with curiosity, courage, and love.
Shortlisted for the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award 2024, this beautifully written and illustrated story invites children to see people through eyes of empathy, reminding us that every act of kindness can make a difference.
Part of the My Classmate series, Bee Hoon Boy encourages readers to notice the ones sitting quietly at the corner of the classroom — and reminds us that friendship often begins with a simple hello.

Why You’ll Enjoy This

• Shortlisted for the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award 2024
• Teaches empathy, inclusion, and seeing beyond first impressions
• Part of the My Classmate series celebrating compassion and diversity
• Beautifully written and illustrated by local creators
• A wonderful resource for character education and classroom discussions