Curated OER
University of Texas: Thailand Administration Divisions
This map of Thailand outlines all the provinces and clearly shows how the country snakes down the Malay Peninsula. From the Perry-Castaneda Collection.
Northern Illinois University
Political and Cultural Geography of Southeast Asia
This page provides a good introduction for students to the main geographical features of Southeast Asia. Provides information on the individual countries that make up Southeast Asia and gives some physical geographical facts about...
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Thailand: Location, Geography, and Climate
Read this enticing description of the geography of Thailand. You can picture the entire country from these paragraphs. There is alos information about the climate. Hyperlinks take you to additional information.
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Buddhism in Thailand
A short history of Buddhism in Thailand. Discusses the different influences on Thai Buddhism and how it has changed through time. Great pictures from Thailand!
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Theravada Buddhism
Buddhanet page with links to information on the different countries in which the practice of Theravada (Hinayana) Buddhism predominates.
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Daily Life of a Thai Monk
Buddhanet profiles the daily lives of monks in Thailand and an itinerary of a monk's day-to-day activities.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Asia
Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Thai Language
Here is an opportunity to study a new language. Explore a variety of vocabulary words then practice recognition and understanding with online games.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Thailand
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Thailand, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Thailand: Geography
Here is an easy-to-read rundown of the geography of Thailand. You can find out about the climate, terrain, environmental concerns, and major cities. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Thailand: Government
Thailand is a constitutional monarchy , but the king has little power. Find out how the government works in this current article based on information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Thailand
Interesting reference guide that takes you on a virtual trip to Thailand. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will...
Other
Guide to Thailand: History of Thailand & Southeast Asia
A summary on the history of Southeast Asia. Click on the topics in the left side navigation bar to go to other chapters in the history.
Read Works
Read Works: Teaching English in Thailand
[Free Registration/Login Required] A biographical text a young woman named Michelle who went to Thailand for four months to teach English in a school. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Traveling to Thailand
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Thailand. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Lao
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Lao people. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Karens
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Karens of Myanmar (or Burma) and Thailand. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Thai
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Thai people. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Thailand
BBC News offers us a general overview of the south-east Asian country of Thailand. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Thailand: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Thailand in Southeastern Asia.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Hmong
A Wikipedia encyclopedia entry that provides a solid overview of who the Hmong are, where they live, and their history (including important moments in major Chinese dynasties and the Vietnam War). Include links to additional culture and...
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Global Women & Poverty (Lesson in Women's Economic Hardships)
A lesson that investigates how women in Senegal and Thailand are affected by poverty. Students examine what causes some countries to prosper and others to suffer from poverty. They also create and present graphic organizers of action...
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Thailand
CRW Flags provides a detailed description of the flags of Thailand, including the historical and political flags.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Thailand
Expand your knowledge of Thailand by learning about history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population on this site.