The Legacy of Mr Lee Kuan Yew

16 Sep 1923 – 23 Mar 2015

UPPER PRIMARY

Let’s share our experiences and feelings

Mr Lee’s Red Box

What’s in the box?

The World

What did world leaders say about

him?

United States of America

United Kingdom

Tributes from around the world

India China IndonesiaMalaysia

“…will be remembered for generations to come as the father of modern Singapore...”

President of the United States of AmericaMr Barack Obama

“…was always a friend to Britain…and many British Prime Ministers benefited from his wise advice, including me.”

Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Mr David Cameron

“ … old friend of the Chinese people.”

President of the People’s Republic of China Mr Xi Jinping

“A far-sighted statesman and a lion among leaders...”

Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi

“…a great statesman who loved his people, he was also one of the most influential politicians in Asia.”

President of Indonesia

Mr Joko Widodo

“…Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s achievements were great and his legacy is assured...”

Prime Minister of Malaysia

Mr Najib Razak

Singaporeans remember him…

“He made me a proud Singaporean.”

Former Prime Minister & ESM, Mr Goh Chok Tong

StudentOng Yi Teck

“The greatest tribute that Singaporeans can pay him is … to make Singapore an even better home.”

President Tony Tan

Reflections

1. Which tribute was the most meaningful to me? Why?

2. What can I do to show my love for my nation, just as Mr Lee KuanYew did?

3. What can I do to make my country a better home?

We will keep our flag flying high …