When eight-year-old Rita leaves her hometown of Palembang, Indonesia, to begin a new life in Singapore, everything feels unfamiliar?from the language she speaks to the food she eats and the friends she meets.
With only her beloved teddy bear Bao Bao by her side, Rita discovers that every new experience becomes another bridge leading to friendship, courage, understanding and hope. Along the way she learns English and Mandarin, explores Singapore's colourful multicultural traditions, enjoys unforgettable school excursions, and slowly discovers that home can exist in more than one place.
Filled with humour, warmth and authentic Singaporean memories, My First Bridge: From Palembang to Singapore is an inspiring children's memoir celebrating resilience, kindness, multicultural friendship, and the beautiful journey of finding where you belong.
