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A journey to Thailand will bring a smile to your young traveler’s face in this issue written with the help of Thai children welcoming visitors to their country in Southern Asia. Known for its friendly people, Thailand is filled with colorful wonders and charming traditions. Temples of gold and marble stand like sparkling jewels in the warm Asian sun. Step on a boat to visit the floating markets that weave through canals to sell goods. Toss water on people as part of a treasured festival tradition—all in good fun. Take a ride on a Tuk-Tuk, but not in rainy weather! If you’re lucky, you might see the King and Queen—much loved for the good things they do for their people. Welcome, All, to the friendly “Land of the Smiles!”
In this issue students will:
- learn about Thailand’s culture and traditions
- use a code to read a message from the children of Thailand
- use the newspaper to write a description of your home town to welcome visitors
- read the rules to play a Thai game
- use the internet to listen to the national anthem, take a virtual tour of palaces and practice a little Thai language to speak to the natives
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