Then, the youngsters got to roll glutinous rice balls to mark the Winter Solstice Festival as Santa Claus watched over them. He said he was also excited about rolling tang yuan (glutinous rice balls), having helped his grandmother prepare them at home during the festival. “There won’t be any more Secret Santa gifts or tang yuan to roll,” Yu Hang lamented. Tan Khhaie El, another six-year-old, said the Secret Santa exchange was her favourite part because she loves surprises. She said the Secret Santa exchange reminds the children that kindness does not require grand gestures, only thoughtfulness and the joy of giving.

Source: The Star December 23, 2025 23:25 UTC