Starchild: Malaysian children showcase their drawings for Fathers Day


Lakshmi Panicker, 6

DO you know what day it is this Sunday? Yes, you guessed it – Fathers Day!

Fathers Day falls on the third Sunday of June every year. It’s a special day to celebrate fathers. Do you have a present for your father? If you haven’t decided on a gift, how about making a card or bookmark for Dad? We’re pretty sure he would love your thoughtful gesture.

Here’s what Starchild readers had to say on the topic, Happy Fathers Day.

Zachary Sanjay Joseph, 3
Zachary Sanjay Joseph, 3


Saraneya Jay Kumar, 8
Saraneya Jay Kumar, 8

Eight-year-old Saraneya Jay Kumar thinks the world of her father. “My father is a kind and honest person. He listens to my problems and helps me solve them. He is my greatest strength. I love him very much.”

Chloe Khoo Li Shan, 10
Chloe Khoo Li Shan, 10


Joshua Neeraj, 6
Joshua Neeraj, 6


Chia Yee Fern, 9
Chia Yee Fern, 9

“My father is both funny and serious. When I have done something wrong, my father will hold a cane to scare us. When he is in a good mood, he tells us jokes to make my sister and I laugh, ” says Chia Yee Fern, 9.

Ashvini Jeyakanthan, 7
Ashvini Jeyakanthan, 7

“My Papa and I love to hang out at the mall. Whenever we are together, we enjoy shopping and eating chicken nuggets and french fries together, ” says Ashvini Jeyakanthan, 7.

Pravesh Machendran Pitchaimani, 6
Pravesh Machendran Pitchaimani, 6

“My dad is my superhero. He is super strong and is a funny man. I want to be like him when I grow up, “ writes Pravesh Machendran Pitchaimani, 6.

Six-year-old Lakshmi Panicker loves her father for all the wonderful things he does for the family. “My father is a bone doctor (orthopaedist). He is kind-hearted. I love him because he always buys strawberry candies for me.”

Jane Ng Ai Wen, 6
Jane Ng Ai Wen, 6

Seven-year-old Jane Ng Ai Wen thinks her father is superb. “He can cook yummy food for me. He is strict but brings me joy. I love my dad.”

Loh Zi Ern, 7
Loh Zi Ern, 7


Yasvwan Sugumarum, 10
Yasvwan Sugumarum, 10

“My father is a hero. He is helpful and loving. I want to wish my father a blessed Happy Fathers Day, ” writes Yasvwan Sugumarum, 10.

Pavaleny Arimamani, 8
Pavaleny Arimamani, 8


Erynn Tneh Ee Syuen, 11
Erynn Tneh Ee Syuen, 11

“My daddy is the best daddy in the world. He makes me laugh and play with us although he is tired. He always buys my favorite food and toys. I love you so much, Daddy, ” writes Lim Jo Ern, 6.

Lim Jo Ern, 6
Lim Jo Ern, 6


Hua Xiao Min, 7
Hua Xiao Min, 7

Jasper Cheong Khai Feng, 8
Jasper Cheong Khai Feng, 8


“I love my Daddy so much, says Kamalvir Singh, 7.

Kamalvir Singh, 6
Kamalvir Singh, 6


Find the hidden words!
Find the hidden words!

ITEM: World Emoji Day is celebrated on July 17. It’s a day dedicated to emojis and the enjoyment that using them brings. There are many emojis ranging from smileys, angry faces, animals and even popular food and drink. What are some of your favourite emojis? If you could create your own special emoji, what would it look like? Starchild wants to know. Don’t forget to colour the drawing too!

All letters must carry your full name, age (open to children 12 and below only), gender, e-mail, phone contact and address. All letters must reach us by July 3.

Send your letters to: Starchild c/o StarLifestyle, Star Media Group Bhd, Menara Star, 15, Jalan 16/11,46350 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

You can also e-mail your contributions to lifestyle@thestar.com.my.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Starchild , children , Fathers Day

Next In Family

The hidden toll of overlooking elderly oral health
New study finds that hormonal birth control can affect the body differently
In Africa, the pressure to have sons are putting women's health in jeopardy
Struggling to find work-life balance? These strategies can help
A Malaysian in Australia keeps her Peranakan heritage alive one dish at a time
Drowning is a common accidental fatality for kids, here's what to look out for
Making cervical cancer screening accessible to all Malaysian women
Being frugal doesn't always have to be associated with being cheap
From me to we: The money shift from singlehood to family life
New chapter for social work in Malaysia

Others Also Read