Starchild: Malaysian children get creative with their drawings on candles

Bethany Wang Qi Syuen, 5

Before light bulbs were invented, candles were the main source of light. People still use candles today, such as when the electricity supply is down or to create a cosy and relaxing ambience. Or to mark your age on a birthday cake!

Candles are blocks of wax with a string called a wick that runs through the centre. We burn the wick to get light.