Miri Early Childhood Education Association to Host Mandarin Storytelling Competition for Children in October

(Miri, 26th) — In order to enhance children's language expression skills and spark their interest in literature, the Miri Early Childhood Education Association will host the “2025 Annual Mandarin Storytelling Competition for Children” on October 4, 2025 (Saturday). All member kindergartens are cordially invited to register enthusiastically. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

The organizers stated that early childhood is a critical stage for language development, and a good language learning environment enables children to "want to speak, dare to speak, and enjoy speaking." This storytelling competition is guided by stories that are “healthy, positive, and rich in childlike fun,” so that children can naturally develop a sense of language, self-confidence, and expressive abilities while storytelling, as well as create a strong atmosphere for language learning.

The competition requires participants to be 6 years old. Each member kindergarten may recommend two students. The registration fee is RM10 per person (non-refundable in case of withdrawal). The maximum number of participants is 26, and the registration deadline is August 1, 2025 (Friday). On the day of the competition, the event will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Miri Digital Library. Children under 4 years old are not permitted entry in order to maintain event order.

Participants will compete for multiple awards, including Champion, First Runner-up, Second Runner-up, three Special Excellence Awards, and five Merit Awards, all with trophies and certificates.

Judges will assess based on healthy and childlike story content (20 points), clear and resonant vocal delivery (35 points), creative, lively, and captivating presentation (35 points), and overall appearance, stage presence, and props/costume coordination (10 points), for a total of 100 points.

In addition, the competition encourages the use of props to create atmosphere, but background music playback is not allowed. Storytelling is limited to 4 minutes, with points deducted at the judges' discretion for overtime. Contestants must introduce themselves, but must not reveal their kindergarten's name. Parents and teachers are not allowed to assist on stage.

Interested school units are requested to contact the event chair, Ms. Chen Baohua (Phone: 017-8218819) as soon as possible to obtain the registration form link and related information.

The organizing committee calls on all member kindergartens to actively send representatives, so children can fully showcase their potential on stage and take an important step in language learning.