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School in the slow lane
Spectrum, Nanchanok Wongsamuth, Published on 25/10/2015
» Unlike his kindergarten peers who learn how to write the alphabet and memorise their times tables, a typical school day for three-year-old Titus Deesaen consists of observing rice fields, moulding candles and folding blankets.
The road to 'true democracy'
Published on 28/03/2015
» Lt Gen Navin Damrigan, a constitution writer, shares his view on the Thailand the Constitution Drafting Committee has in mind once the new charter takes effect, and how the new highest law can bring about such transformation.
Talking about the future: be + going to
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/02/2013
» There is no future tense in English, but there are many different ways of talking about the future. You'll hear one of the most common in a one-minute video about boiling spinach.
Have you ever seen this man?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/01/2013
» Have you ever seen this man before? This simple question helps make clear the idea behind the "perfect" (perfective aspect) in English. (Includes Brandy's 1998 hit music video "Have You Ever")
Video fun with the progressive
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 12/01/2013
» How does the meaning change when you add the verb "to be + ing" to a verb, i.e., you make it "progressive"? It is a bit hard to explain, but it is easy to understand with video examples.
Elephant gymnast
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 12/01/2013
» Perfect for Children's Day: A video clip of an elephant on a trampoline. Kids will want to see it again and again. Since elephants move slowly, it is a great opportunity to practice the progressive.
Giving the gift of Letters
Life, Published on 17/12/2012
» Books are gifts that last. The joy of giving and the pleasure of reading are wrapped neatly into one during this festive season as the Bangkok Post's reporters and editors recommend books to suit a wide range of tastes and passions. From pictorial tomes to moving fiction and practical manuals, plus delectable cookbooks and even theoretical studies on fashion writing, no presents are more worth unwrapping than fine new books.
Gearing up for AEC benefits, challenges
News, Published on 11/04/2012
» Most Thais already know about the imminent arrival of the Asean Economic Community in 2015 and the momentous changes it will bring.
Hormones for health
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/10/2011
» To stay healthy, get to know your your hormones better with this guided tour by a doctor at Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok.