Limited Edition
Signed Fine Art Prints
Now Available!
Limited Edition Fine Art Prints
with artwork from Letters to My Grandfather
These beautiful pieces of art are ideal for children’s rooms, though we know many adults who like to place framed copies in their living rooms as well. Each print is signed and numbered — only 10 copies per design,
Please email us to place an order for your signed, limited edition print today.
Letters to My Grandfather partners with
Singapore’s Closetful of Books
We are extremely excited to announce that Closetful of Books is distributing Letters to My Grandfather.
Closetful of Books is a roaming bookstore that specialises in children's literature. Built on the belief that “every child can become a super-duper voracious reader,” Closetful of Books helps educators nurture a love for stories in their students. It runs book fairs, interactive author visits and comprehensive library services in Singapore, in addition to an online store at closetfulofbooks.com.
Singapore Children’s Book Festival
Letters to My Grandfather is being featured in an exhibition at the inaugural Singapore Children’s Book Festival! The SCBF, which runs from 21 - 23 June at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, celebrates Singapore’s vibrant children’s literature community.
One of the festival’s objectives is to spotlight illustration as “a critical element to captivate young readers’ imagination and promote literacy development” — a value that we wholeheartedly endorse and which is embodied in the artwork of Joanna Maneckji’s brilliant tale.
21 - 23 June 2024
Venue: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Campus 2
www.scbf.sg
Story-telling & Collage-Making
Join Singaporean author and artist Joanna Maneckji for an afternoon of storytelling and interactive collage. You have two upcoming sessions to try your hand at collage!
22 June 2024, Serangoon Public Library 2 - 3:30 pm
06 July 2024, Sengkang Public Library, 2 - 3:30 pm
Both events take place in the library’s Programme Zone.
The Brand Called You
In a heartfelt conversation, Joanna Maneckji speaks with Ashutosh Garg about the profound journey sparked by “Letters to My Grandfather.” Discover how she uses art and storytelling to help children navigate loss and build resilience.
Follett, A World Leader in Education, Distributes Letters to My Grandfather
We are extremely excited to announce that Follett Learning is distributing Letters to My Grandfather.
Educators have trusted Follett since 1873 as a partner to build confident, independent and well-rounded students. Follett provides the print and digital materials schools need. Schools, librarian and teachers can order Letters to My Grandfather from Follet's platform, titlewave.com. Contact Follett today to stock your school library and classrooms!
Postcards from Utopia
Joanna Maneckji Featured in Int’l Exhibition
Postcards From Utopia is a traveling exhibition kicking off in Sarasota, Florida’s historic Maine Colony District on 13 January 2024 and featuring submissions from Kazakhstan, Canada, Singapore and beyond.
Later this year, the exhibition will be shown in a sixteenth century palazzo in the ancient town of Alvito, Lazio, Italy.
Read more about it in Sarasota Magazine and on Instagram.
“Utopia is a place my father now lives with his guitar, a large cat and a festive atmosphere,” Maneckji explains.
Video Testimonial
Why does Michelle Martin believe Letters to My Grandfather is important for families to read? Lean in and listen to this very personal sharing from one of Singapore’s best-known talk show hosts and book lovers.
Collage: The Extraordinary Power of an Artform
Encouraging Speech & Sparking Curiosity
Join Author & Artist Joanna Maneckji in this workshop to explore how collage ignites curiosity and imagination in readers and fosters language skills.
This workshop is offered as part of AFCC 2024. Register for a festival pass here.
Thursday 23 May 2024
11 am - 12:30 pm
Venue: National Library Building, 100 Victoria St., S 188064
Level 5 Imagination Room
Storytelling & Collage Making
(For all ages)
Saturday, 20 January 2024, 2-4pm
To celebrate the launch of her book, join Singaporean author and artist Joanna Maneckji for an afternoon of storytelling and interactive collage!
In discussion with Michelle Martin, Joanna will present her groundbreaking tale, Letters to My Grandfather, a beautifully illustrated storybook about a child’s everlasting love for their grandparent. Children and adults will have the opportunity to pose questions and to get to know the author better. Learn more about the creative process, then create your own handmade bookmark. Joanna will also be available to sign books.
Venue:
library@orchard (“Make” room)
277 Orchard Road
Orchard Gateway #03-12 / #04-11
Singapore 238858
Please RSVP here.
Creative Contemplation.
Open Session
Creative Contemplation is a way of solving problems or thinking that is designed for slowing down, creating insight and integrating learning. Learn how to use collage to create a state of concentration and express what is significant in your life. No previous experience required.