Starchild: Why Malaysian kids have 'egg-citing' thoughts about eggs

Li Xin Yan, 6

Have you ever cracked open an egg and watched it sizzle in a hot pan? Eggs may be small, but they are packed with goodness.

Many people in Malaysia eat eggs every day, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Nyon Qian Rou, 6Eggs are full of important nutrients that help us grow strong and stay healthy. They give us protein, which builds our muscles. They also have vitamin A for good eyesight and vitamin D for strong bones. Some eggs even have Omega-3, which is good for our brain.

One egg has about 70 calories and can keep you feeling full for a long time. That’s why many people say eggs are a “superfood”.

What’s your favourite way to eat eggs? Some children like them scrambled while others love them sunny-side up, which reminds them of a bright yellow sun.

There are so many ways to enjoy eggs. You can also make omelettes with onions, chillies or even cheese. In Malaysia, we also enjoy half-boiled eggs with soy sauce and pepper – yummy with kaya toast!

Eggs are also used in many dishes and desserts, like kuih, cakes and even fried noodles. Just remember, eggs must be cooked properly and kept in a cool place so they stay fresh.

Here are the letters from Starchild readers on the topic, Eggs.

“I eat a hard-boiled egg as a snack in school. It is tasty! Eggs are the best! Eggs are good for my body,” says Pang Yu Xuan, six.

Pang Yu Xuan, 6

Seven-year-old Sham Kok Ren loves eating duck eggs. “Mummy makes sunny-side up eggs for breakfast. The yellow part is like the sun! I eat them with bread. Yummy!”

Sham Kok Ren, 7

“Eggs are my favourite food. I eat hard-boiled eggs with soy sauce. I also like egg sandwiches. Eggs give me energy to learn and play,” says Li Xin Yan, six.

Nyon Qian Rou, six, says: “I like chicken eggs. I like them in fried rice. I have tried egg soup as well. My mother puts egg in pasta. It is hot and nice.”

Find the hidden words!

ITEM: How do you get to school every day? Do you take the school bus or ride in your parents’ car?

If you take the bus, how many friends ride with you? What time does the bus pick you up, and how long is the journey to school? Do you enjoy chatting with friends on the ride, or is the bus too noisy or crowded?

Is your school bus driver friendly and careful? Would you rather carpool or go with your parents? Tell us all about your school ride! Don’t forget to include a drawing.

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