Independent publisher Ysaan Books has released a unique educational resource designed to introduce students to Thai culture through the art of poetry. "Discover Thai Culture through Poetry: Cross-Cultural Poems for Creative Learning" by Ajarn David offers an immersive approach to understanding Thailand's cultural landscape.
The book features 40 original poems in English, each accompanied by a black and white illustration and contextualized with commentary, reflection questions, and creative activities. Unlike traditional cultural textbooks, this work seeks to engage learners by providing a more intimate, experiential understanding of Thai life, beliefs, and traditions.
Targeted at high school students, university learners, and homeschoolers, the book is particularly suitable for interdisciplinary studies in global studies, literature, creative writing, and Southeast Asian culture. By using poetry as a learning medium, the book aims to promote empathy, intercultural awareness, and intellectual curiosity.
The poems are drawn from the author's previously published collection "Poems from Sakon Nakhon," which was inspired by rural Thai life, Buddhist philosophy, and the human experience in the Isaan region of Northeast Thailand. Each poem offers readers a window into the nuanced emotional and cultural landscape of the country.
Ysaan Books is offering a promotional period where the Kindle version of the book will be available for free from April 14th to 16th. After this period, the digital version will be priced at $4.99, with a paperback version available for $11.99.
This innovative approach to cultural education represents a significant step in making global learning more engaging and accessible, transforming how students and educators approach cross-cultural understanding.
