Tales from the Nusantara Storytelling Videos

Watch free storytelling videos on Malay folktales and heritage, available on YouTube for primary school students to enjoy in class or at home.

Last updated 20 May 2026

Learn more about Malay culture and heritage through this storytelling video series available on Malay Heritage Centre's YouTube. Stories included folktales from the Nusantara (Malay world) and an inspiring story of one of our local pioneers, Zubir Said. Available in English and/or Malay.

Details

Teachers can play the videos for students in the classroom to support classroom learning. Teachers may also choose to hold post-discussions related to the stories with their students.

Learning Objectives

Students will be introduced to stories from the region which will explores the rich heritage of the Malay community. This will enable them to identify Singapore's cultural connections with Southeast Asia.

Target Audience: Primary 1- P6 students

Runtime: All year round

Fee: Complimentary

Modality: Virtual

Website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXnCr7WbMkU&list=PLv0BVx54Fye2SM9Bt0FwxA2RBpqPnAgrk

Mode of registration: Online through website link.

Contact: Ms Shereen at Shereen_Tan@nhb.gov.sg

Colorful cartoon beach scene with text "Tales from the Nusantara" by Malay Heritage Centre, featuring a sun, ship, and palm tree.

Tales from the Nusantara YouTube playlist by the Malay Heritage Centre