SOCIAL STUDIES GRADE 4 BOOK 1

Unit 3

Residence
Northern region: The North has fertile forests, the
houses are mostly made of wood, roofing with
clay tiles. Some house have a distinctive feature
is the wind-shaped roof top made of crossed
sticks called “Kalae”.
Northeastern region: The Northeast has long
summers and dry weather. They build houses
with high basements to allow the wind blow
through and basement space us for various
activities. The house is opened-air, with a block
in bedroom and some outer parts.
Central region: People in the central region
mostly build houses on the riverbanks. They look
like high basement houses in order to prevent
flooding. The house has good ventilation. High
gable roof for quick rainwater drainage.
Southern region: The south is a region with strong
winds and storms, so the houses are built with
low and steep roof to prevent wind resistance
and raised the floor to prevent flooding and help
prevent venomous animals such as snakes.

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Costumes
Northern region: Due to cold climate, People
in the North wear thick clothing. Women
generally wear long sleeves blouses and
long Sarongs, while men wear loose pants
and Mauhom shirts.
aiNcwanslnoooNdrmtitthohleiiorsnetnihganliewscgartleheonreatrt.hnrwTmshareehoetiggostmhihtrolteytenSanw:manDwaradouiedsnegate.gorhfoobsrodthumaotvtnroetndnenaerdttidtlurahy-rtauaiconpllnitmtse.hhxTaoithtrsielteees,
Central region: Due to the sweltering climate,
people prefer to wear cotton clothing that
is durable sun protective and good heat
dissipation. Men wear high neck long or short
sleeved with loincloth and pants. The women
wear round neck long or short sleeved blouses
and long sarong.
Southern region: People in the south have
different dress codes by ethnicity
- Chinese Style for Chinese
- Thai Muslims dress similar to Malaysian,
women wear batik and Yaya shirt, men
wear sarongs or pants, long sleeved shirt,
headdresses or “prayer cap” (Taqiyah)

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Unit 3

Date: …./.…/….....

Activity 1: The culture in different regions

Direction: Describe the picture by writing the description or name of the region.
Northern Region Northeastern Region Central Region Southern Regionregion.

Picture Description Name of Region

Residence: Central Region
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auMCtpoetshnstehuimwwrtseea:aiasrtn.dbluotitnocnleodth- Northern Region
pwedPCtrereohaeoasnsyptriesuclhermictecyoheaa.da:dpMevd.esuresdblsiiymfsfeessreonrt
Residence:

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Brain Teasers

What are the things that attract foreigners to visit Thailand?

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Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning
Pugrseaeprdlaaernendianfngodr เพาะปลูกู
cultivate (v)

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coastal (adj) Near a coast ตามชายฝั่�่ง

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dialect (n) lanLgoucaagl e ภาษาถิ่ �น

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preserve (v) iCtMsosaontirasnigetteairnvinael ถนอมอาหาร

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a u s p(aidcj)i o u s pFPraorovsmopreiasribonluges เป็็นสิริ ิมิ งคล

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Unit 3

Occupation
Northern region: Agricultural is the main
occupation of the northern people rice
is a widely cultivated economic crop by
using terraced farming. In addition, crops
suitable for cold weather such as apple,
strawberry.
Northeastern region: The Northeastern
region has sandy soil. Agriculture
is therefore the main occupation by
cultivating crops that need good drainage
cotton, cassava, jute there is also farming
animal husbandry, weaving, and rock salt
production.
Central region: The central region
is abundant and suitable climate
for agriculture such as farming and
gardening, including industry trading and
services.

Southern region: Most of the southern
region is coastal area and has a lot of
rain throughout the year. Fishing and
agriculture are important occupations
such as oil palm, rubber, coconut plating,
including tourism.

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Food
Northern region: Due to cold weather,
food in the north is often the food that
gives energy such as sticky rice with
naam Pric Nuum (young chilli paste),
Gang Ho and Gang Hang Le (Northern
curry soup).
Northeastern region: Northeastern
people eat sticky rice with Papaya
Salad, Grilled chicken, Laab, Naam
Tok. There is food preservation. A well-
known preserved food is fermented
fish.
Central region: Central region is a fertile
land. So the local foods are varied.
They eat rice with different types of
food such as spicy prawn soup (Tom
Yum Goong) Foods with coconut milk
as an ingredient such as Mussaman
curry, Green curry.
Southern region: Peopleinthesoutheat
rice with spicy food such as Gang Tai
Plaa, Gang Luang and spicy seafood
paste. The local vegetable, Sataw, Luk
Niang, and Riang are eaten to reduce
the spiciness and enhance the flavor
of the food.

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Unit 3

Traditions

Northern region: Northern traditions are
related to auspiciousness and nature, some
well-known traditions are; Poy Luang, Poy
Sang Long (The ordination the beloved sons),
Yee Peng (Loy Krathong Festival), The Ritual
of “Tan Kuay Salak” (Offerings to monks
Festival)
Northeastern region: Northeastern traditions
are influenced by occupations and religion.
Some notable traditions are; The Wax Castle
Festival, Lai Reua Fai (Illuminated Boat
Procession Festival), Phi Ta Khon Festival
(The Ghost Festival), Hae Nang Maew Festival
(Parade a cat to call for the rain to their fields)
Central region: Most of people in the central
region are agriculture, therefore, there
are beliefs about agriculture such as rice
worship. The important traditions are Long
Boat – Racing, Tak Bat Devo (Giving alms to
the Monks Festival), throwing and Receiving
Lotus Festival.
Southern region: Most of the southern
traditions are related to religion, such as Chak
Phra traditions, Boon Sard Duen Sib (The
showing gratitude to the ancestors Festival),
and Hea Pha Khuen That Festival (Tradition
of the cloth parade for the relics).

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Language

Central Thailand’s dialect is spoken around the country and is considered
the official language. However, if you travel to different parts of Thailand,
you will hear different dialects of Thai language.

Examples of Thai dialect are:

English NRoertghioenrn NorRtheegaiosntern CReengtioranl SRoeugthioenrn

Speak Uu Wao Phood Lang
Look Phow Berng Mong, Doo Lae
Pineapple Ma-nut Bug-nut Sab-pa-rod Yaa-nut
Lie Khee-ju Khee-tua Khee-hok
Tasty Lam Sap Ko-hok Roy
Aroi

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Unit 3

Date: …./.…/….....
Activity 2: The culture in different regions

Direction: Write T if the statement is TRUE. Write F if the statement is FALSE

____1. Apple and strawberry crops are
suitable to plant during hot weather.

_____2. Weaving is one on of the
occupations of the people in Northern
Region.
_____3. One of the important
occupations in Southern Region is
fishing.
_____4. The word pineapple is called
Yaanut in Central Region.

_____5. Naam Tok is a well-known food
of Northern Region.

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Hands On Activity Date: …./.…/….....

What have you learned?

Direction:
1. Make 4 groups in your class. Discuss about the Thai culture.
2. The teacher will assign one region to be presented by the group.
3. On an illustration board describe the region based on 6 categories;
residence, costumes, occupation, languages, food and traditions.
4. Draw and label. Each member of the group will have to participate
in the presentation activity.

M aterials

•Illustration board
•Marking Pen
•Colored Pen

Note

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Unit Review Date: …./.…/….....

Direction: Circle the correct answer.

1. Long Boat Racing is an important tradition of what region?
a) Northern b) Northeastern
c) Central d) Southern
2. Phi Ta Khon Festival means __________.
a) It is Illuminated boat procession.
b) Giving alms to the monks.
c) Parade of a cat to call for the rain to their fields.
d) Tradition of cloth parade for the relics.

3. Hea Pha Khuen That Festival means___________.
a) It is Illuminated boat procession.
b) Giving alms to the monks.
c) Parade of a cat to call for the rain to their fields.
d) Tradition of cloth parade for the relics.

4. They are members of a community who work cooperatively.
a) leaders b) followers
c) students d) citizens

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5. Which region has local vegetables such as Sataw, Luk Nang
and Riang are eaten to reduce the spiciness of the food?
a) Southern b) Central c) Northeastern d) Northern
6. It is a region with a well-known preserved food like fermented fish.
a) Southern b) Central c) Northeastern d) Northern
7. Which region is a rock salt producer?
a) Northern b) Central c) Northeastern d) Southern
8. Which region is using terrace farming method in planting of rice?
a) Northern b) Central c) Northeastern d) Southern
9. Which dialect is considered the official language of Thailand?
a) Northern Thailand dialect
b) Southern Thailand dialect
c) Central Thailand dialect
d) Northeastern Thailand dialect
10. This region says Uu means “speak”.
a) Southern b) Central c) Northeastern d) Northern

____ /10

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Unit 3

Hands On Activity Date: …./.…/….....

Thai Culture Accordion Book

Instructions:

1. Make a team of 5 members. Study again the Thai Culture.

2. The team will choose 2 regions in Thailand and compare them
based on categories. Residences, costumes, traditions, languages,
food, and occupations.

3. You can use pictures taken from your cellphones, from google or
you can draw.

4. Fold a colored thick paper. (see below how to do an accordion fold)

5. Paste the pictures in the folded paper arranged based on category
and write descriptions of each picture.

M aterials

Colored thick paper
Pictures
Scissors
Glue/paste

Sample

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Grading Myself

I have learned about… I KNOW … I CAN I CAN DO …
ANALYZE …

Culture in different regions

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Unit 4 Basic Economics

Consumption
Money in Economy

Which factors influence choosing goods and services

Basic Economics Unit 4

Learning Concepts

Give examples of different goods and services

Unit 4

Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning

consumption (n) thea uressinogurucpeof การบริโิ ภค

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influence (v) ssoaomnmoeetethfhfoeeinncrsegt ooofrn ย้้อมใจ

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satisfaction (n) odTnefeuhexrlpe'ifsvielpelwmcldetiseaaohntsireotutsnohresfoer ความพึงึ พอใจ

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variety (adj) didffeivreernsteor ควาหมลหายลาก

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hazardous (n) Dangriesrkoyus or อัันตราย

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Unit 4

Hand On

Consumption

In our daily life, we have to consume
products and services. We satisfy our needs
and wants by buying goods and services
(A need is something that you must have.)
(A want is something you would like to have.)

Factors affecting the choice of buying goods and services.
Goods are items you can see and touch, such as a book, a pen, salt,
shoes, hats, a folder, etc. Services are provided for you by other people,
such as a doctor, a lawn-mower worker, a dentist, a hairdresser, or a
restaurant server.
Many factors influence our choice when buying goods or services;
Customer income: high-income
consumers can buy goods and services more
than those with low income.
The quality of goods and services:
consumers choose to buy good quality, reasonable prices, and safe
goods and services which are worth their money.
Consumers can notice from the quality certification
mark affixed to the product and service.

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Satisfaction: The consumer will buy goods and services based
on their tastes and needs.
Advertising: a form of communication used to encourage or
persuade a consumer to take some new
actions in purchasing the advertisers’ goods
or services. Advertisements come in many
forms: newspapers, magazines, television
commercials, radio advertisements, outdoor
advertising or direct mail; or new media such as websites and text
messages.
Price: the cost paid by the consumer for goods
or services. Most goods and services have a wide
range of costs which are determined by several
different factors. Major factors include quality, brand
name, location, different features offered.
Installment or lending system:
By using an installment payment system for
purchasing goods and services or giving loans;
consumers have the opportunity to buy more
products and services to meet their needs.Sometimes installment
payment system has high-interest rates.

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The principle of choosing Goods and Services
We should buy goods and services which are basic and essential to life.
We should not be tempted by propaganda.
We should consider the quality of goods and services for a reasonable price.
We should look for the symbols showing the standards of the products.

The symbols of Industrial Product Standards
1. General
Symbols are used for foods and products in general.
The producers of foods and products could apply voluntarily
for a license to manufacture such products. They have to
improve their products to reach these standards.
2. Compulsory
According to the law, the manufacturer must show this mark
of the standard on the products for the safety of consumers.
Such as electric wires, gas tanks, and cleaning products.
3. The qualification hallmark of the Food and Drug Administration
We can find this hallmark in food and
drugs, such as milk and medicine.

Consumer Rights
TheConsumerProtectionAct,1979,amended(Section4),2017states
5 basic consumer rights as follows:
1. The right to choose: Consumers should have a variety of
options provided by different companies from which to choose.

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2.The right to be informed:
Merchandisers should always provide consumers
with appropriate and sufficient information or facts
that consumers need to make an informed choice.

3.The right to safety:
The right is aimed to protect consumers against the
marketing of goods that are hazardous to health or life.
Products should cause no harm to their users if used
as prescribed. It requires product testing and warning
labels.

4.The right to be heard:
Consumers can voice complaints and concerns
about a product that has an issue; should be
handled efficiently. This is the right to get
protection and compensation for any loss when
the consumer’s rights are violated.

5.The right to a fair contract:
Purchasing goods and services that
require a contract must be fair and do
not cheat or take advantage of consumers.

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Unit 4

Date: …./.…/….....
Activity 1: Consumption

Direction: Match the picture with the right consumer right.
The right to choose

The right to choose

The right to choose

The right to choose

The right to choose

Brain Teasers

What are the five consumer rights?

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Unit 4

Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning

medium (n) sooorfmmdeoethianinngsg ปานกลาง

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purchase (v) (spoamayceinbqtghuuiynfiroger)itb/y ซื้้อ�

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alloys (n) abtywmemcoleeoetomamtralebmlmnliincotasirndege โลหะผสม
การทำ�ำ งาน
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functions (n) pinentaraestnpoudunraeropldrotoftsoheorinrag

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deferred (adj) polsattpeorntiemteo a เลื่่�อนออกไป

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Unit 4

Money in economy

Meaning and importance of money
Money is something that humans came up with as a medium for
exchanging with goods and services.
The importance of money can be summarized as follows:
Money is a medium used to exchange with goods and services.
Money makes people's lives more comfortable.
Money is an important factor in production. Money is something
that generates capital for production, such as the purchase of
equipment, purchasing raw materials, and services wage
payment.
Money helps the prosperity of the economic and trading system
to run smoothly, quickly, and successfully.

Types of money Money can be divided into 3 types:
Coins: are money made of metals or alloys.

Banknotes are money printed on papers.

Checks: are documents that can be used to pay off debts.

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Basic functions of money
In economy, money has four key functions:
1. Money is a medium of exchange. Money is the accepted medium
of exchange between buyers and sellers for goods and services.
2. Money is used as a measurement unit for goods and services.
3. Money is a value preserver. Money is a tool to maintain the value
of goods and services. People, therefore, accumulate more money
than goods and services.
4. Money is a standard for deferred payments. In the case of taking
out a loan such as a house loan. The method of differing payment
can be accepted.

International Currencies

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Unit 4

Date: …./.…/….....

Activity 2: Types of money.

Direction: Find out more about types of money; Match each
Picture. with the right type.

Crypto Currency Coins Gold

Banknotes Barter Debit and Credit Cards

_______________ _______________ _______________

_______________ _______________ _______________

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Unit 4

Hands On Activity Date: …./.…/….....

What have you learned?

Make a list of your own consumer rights.
1. Make groups of five members each.
2. Discussed together what is your right as a consumer.
3. Think about more rights you need to have (Not mentioned in the
book.)
4. Choose one member to explain your rights in front of the class.

M aterials

•white paper
•Pen or pencil

Note

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Unit Review Date: …./.…/….....

Direction: Filling on the blank

1. ________________ are items that you can see and touch.
2. Services are provided for you by other people, such as

_____________.
3. _____________ consumers have a greater ability to buy goods

and services.
4.Producersencouragepeopletobuytheirproducts_____________.
5. ___________ is the opportunity to buy something and pay on

several payments.
6. Consumers should have __________ options provided by
different companies.
7. Money is a medium used to _____________ with goods and
services.
8. _______________ are money made of metals or alloys.
9. _____________ is used as a measurement unit for goods and
services.
10. The currency of the United Kingdom is ___________________.

____ /10

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Hands On Activity Date: …./.…/….....

International Currencies Project

Instructions:
1. Each student will choose different country than the others.

(Two students cannot choose the same country.)
2. Each student will find out about the currency of that country.
3. Students would print pictures of different currencies of all countries.
4. On a big board; students will use glue to stick their pictures.
5. Students will write down the name of the country and the currency
under each picture.
6. Students then shall share and compare their board with other classes.

M aterials

•Board
•Colored pen
•Scissors
•Glue

Note

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Unit 4

Grading Myself

I have learned about… I KNOW … I CAN I CAN DO …
ANALYZE …

Consumption

Money in Economy

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Unit 5 Sufficiency Economy

Sufficiency Economy Concept
SuffAicpiepnlycinygEtchoenPomhiylosinopDhayilyofLife
Economic Relations in the Community

Integrate Rice Field
Farming 30%

30%

Residence Pond
10% 30%

ySufficiency Economy Unit 5

Learning Concepts

How do people of Thailand benefit from Sufficiency Economy

Unit 5

Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning

philosophy (n) KRnTeohawisnolkenidninggge,, ปรััชญา

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sufficiency (n) Asnaomamodeuetnqhtuinoagfte ความพอเพีียง

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extrav(an)gance tossooLpmmuexneuudtchrihynin,gogn ความสุรุ ุ่่�ยสุรุ ่า่ ย

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livelihood (n) EomcInpccluoopymamteieo,nnt, การดำ�ำ รงชีีวิติ

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turbulence (n) CinCosontnfaufblsiiciloitt,ny, ความวุ่่�นวาย

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Hand On

Sufficiency Economy Concept

Sufficiency Economy is the economic
philosophy of Phrabat Somdet Phra
Paraminthra Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej
(Rama IX), His Majesty explained, "The
sufficiency economy means having

enough income to live on and to lead a
reasonably comfortable life without extravagance, and to have a
minimum impact on the environment."
The principles encourage individuals to
earn enough for their livelihood and for
individuals to invest their time towards
their community development projects.

The Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy

1. Sufficiency There are 3 principles of sufficiency:
1.1 Moderation; living life in the middle path and no extremes.
People should rely on themselves.
1.2 Being Reasonable; making sensible decisions. Buying a
product out of necessity and not want.
1.3 Endurance; the ability of people to protect themselves against
anyexternalturbulenceandtocopewitheventsthatunpredictable
or uncontrollable.
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2. Conditions that support the use of the Philosophy Sufficiency Economy
2.1 Knowledge; using information with insight and care
2.2 Morality; including integrity, patience, tolerance wisdom
and generosity.

SuTfhfieciPehnicloysEocpohnyoomf y

The middle path

Moderation

Reasonableness Endurance

Knowledge Conditions Moral Conditions
(Knowledge and carefulness) (Honesty, patience, diligence,
intelligence and generosity)

Lead to

Good Life / Economy/ Society / Environment
Harmony / Security / Sustainability

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Date: …./.…/….....
Activity 1: The Philosophy of sufficiency

Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct verb to complete the sentence.
cooks teaches plants cuts sells puts out

• A shop assistant _______ products.
• A teacher _________ at school.

• A bus driver ____________a bus.
• A baker _____________ cookies.

• A firefighter _____________ fire.
• A plumber ___________ water taps.

Brain Teasers

How will you apply the principles of Sufficiency Economy
as a student?

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Unit 5

Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning

necessary (n) CRoNemeqepuduirelesdod,r,y สิ่่�งจำ�ำ เป็็น

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mend (v) Repair, Fix ซ่อ่ มแซม, ชุนุ

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recycle (v) RUesRpeerouacsgeeas,ins, นำ�ำ กใลัหัมบ่ม่ าใช้้

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excess (adj) Exturan,uSsepdare, ส่ว่ นเกิิน

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investment (n) mInovpnereosyftiitnfogr การลงทุนุ

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SuffAicpiepnlycinygEtchoenPomhilyosinopDhayilyofLife

You can apply the Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy to your life in
the following ways:

f1o.oEda.t only nutritious food. Stop buying junk
2. Spend money only on necessary things.

3se. tMs eonf dcloththeesc.lothes instead of buying new
a4bl.ul ialUdrseineagsrmoefcalytiefcerlieawdlshemen.agpt.eoirnsiastolisbylsea.ms aakinpgri,oarintyd iinn
5a.cPcuotutinntgs aolrl oetxhceersisnvmeosntmeyenintsto. bank savings
6. Buy products made in Thailand.

7. Buy quality not luxurious products.

y8o. uCromokeaolsn,lydwohnaott ywoaustceafnooeda.t. Finish all of

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Date: …./.…/….....

SAcutfifvicitiyen2c:yTEhicnoknaobmoyutinaDppaliylyinLgife
Direction: Rearrange the words to form a sentence.
1. money/Save/spending/some/before
_____________________________________________.
2. necessary/things/only/Buy
_____________________________________________.
3.products/support/local/people/Thailand/Buy/only/
made/in/to
_____________________________________________.
4. recycled/into/Plastic/bottles/can/be/clothing
_____________________________________________.
5. waste/not/Do/food
_____________________________________________.

Brain Teasers

How can Sufficiency Economy improve the quality of life of the
people?

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Words to learn Date: …./.…/….....

Picture Word Meaning Thai Meaning
prAowfjeoosbrskoiorn, อาชีีพ
occupation (n)

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topography (n) foaaefrnartdtahunaepTrgerhhneseeyaamsotuifecranaantll ภูมู ิิประเทศ
การเลี้้ย� งสััตว์์
____________________________ สร้้าง, ผลิติ

husbandry (n) aoncfTdauchnlrtbeoiivmrpceaasaetilrodsaen.in,n,dg

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generate (v) pCroredautcee,

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s__u____s__t__a__i(__nn__)a____b__i__li__t__y bTreaahttmeeaaaocibrneiltlreaittavyineintelo.d ความยั่่�งยืืน

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Economic relations in the community

Occupations, products and services in the community.
There are various occupations for
people in the community according
to their different knowledge, ability,
topography and resources in each
community. Each occupation will
benefit the community and make
different products and services.

Agricultural: related to cultivation and animal
husbandry. Such as the farmer’s product is rice.

Craftsmanship: related to production products
by using raw materials that are available in the
community. Such as the weaver’s product is woven
cloth.
Trading: deals with trading. If the community
produces any kind of product, there will be trade a
lot of kind of product as well.
Service: a career that provides convenience such
as the bus driver offers transportation services.
The barber offers a haircut service.

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Economic support in the community.
People in the communities have economic support such as.

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Using goods and services in the community
helps to generate income turnover within the
community. It improves the quality of life and
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community.

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Unit 5

Date: …./.…/….....
Activity 3: Economic Relations in the Community

Direction: 1. Choose a job or work and draw it in the box.
2. Write in not less than 30 words in what way your
chosen job is beneficial to your community.
EXAMPLE: Farmer- A farmer is a member of a community who
plants, cultivates the soil and harvests his crops. He sells his
crops to the market so that the other members of the community
have something to eat.
1.

2. ___________________________________________________
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Unit 5

Hands On Activity Date: …./.…/….....

What have you learned?

Direction:

1. Make a team composed of 5 members. Discuss about Sufficiency
Economy.

2. Draw a community that describes the application of Sufficiency
Economy.

3. Class presentation: explain your drawing.

M aterials

•Drawing paper
•Colored Pen
•Ruler
•Pencil

Sample Note

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Unit 5

Unit Review Date: …./.…/….....

Direction: Circle the correct answer.

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Unit 5

Grading Myself

I have learned about… I KNOW … I CAN I CAN DO …
ANALYZE …

Sufficiency Economy
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Glossary

Unit 1 : Thailand's democracy

Vocabulary Definition Meaning

population (n) all the inhabitants of a particular area ประชากร
sovereign (adj) supreme or ultimate power สูงู สุดุ
authority (n) the power to make decisions, and ผู้ม้� ีีอำ�ำ นาจ
enforce obedience.
elections (n) a formal and organized choice by vote การเลืือกตั้ง้�
Vote (v) a formal indication of a choice between โหวต
two or more candidates
candidate (n) A person who applies for a job or is ผู้ส้� มััครเลือื กตั้ง้�
nominated on election
register (v) Record or file ลงทะเบีียน
(Uandsj)ound mind Mental disorder จิิตไม่ป่ กติิ

voter (n) A person who votes ผู้ล้� งคะแนนเสีียง
constituency (n) A body of voters in a specified area เขตเลืือกตั้ง้�
status (n) Rank, Position, level สถานภาพ
Virtue (n) Behaviour showing high moral standards คุณุ ธรรม
Donation (n) Something that is given to a charity การบริจิ าค
Diligence (n) Careful and persistent work ความเพีียร
Infringement (n) The action of breaking the terms of a law การละเมิิด

Unit 2 : Good citizens in a democracy

Vocabulary Definition Meaning

conduct (v) the manner in which a person behaves ปฏิิบััติิตััว
citizen (n) A national, resident พลเมืือง, ประชากร
society (n) The people, Community or the public สัังคม
cooperation (n) The process of working together การร่ว่ มมืือ
diligent (adj) Industrious, hardworking ขยััน
role (n) A part played by a person in a particular บทบาท, หน้้าที่่�
situation
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Glossary

Unit 2 : Good citizens in a democracy

Vocabulary Definition Meaning

organizing (n) In order, arranged การจััดการ

creative (adj) Relating to original ideas, especially in คิดิ สร้้างสรรค์์
artistic work
relatable (adj) Able to be related to something else. สััมพัันธ์ก์ ััน
enthusiastic (adj) Lively, energized กระตืือรือื ร้้น
fundamental (n) Basic primary พื้้น� ฐาน
sustain (v) Strengthen or support physically or mentally, สนัับสนุนุ , ประคัับประคอง
help
malnutrition (n) Lack of proper nutrition การขาดอาหาร
abuse (v) Exploit Mistreat misuse ข่ม่ เหง, ด่า่
potential (n) Capability, ability มีีศัักยภาพ

Unit 3 : Thai Culture

Vocabulary Definition Meaning

etiquette (n) A good manner, A polite behavior มารยาท
custom (n) Tradition practice ประเพณีี
residence (n) Home, House ที่่�พััก
ventilation (n) A provision of fresh air การระบายอากาศ
drainage (n) The means of removing surplus water การระบายน้ำ��ำ
cultivate (v) Prepare and use land for gardening เพาะปลูกู
coastal (adj) Near a coast ตามชายฝั่�่ง
dialect (n) Local language ภาษาถิ่ �น
preserve (v) Conserve Maintain its original state ถนอมอาหาร
auspicious (adj) Favorable Promising prosperous เป็็นสิริ ิมิ งคล

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Glossary

Unit 4 : Basic Economics

Vocabulary Definition Meaning

consumption (n) the using up of a resource การบริโิ ภค
influence (v) an effect of someone or something on others ย้้อมใจ
satisfaction (n) The pleasure derived or the fulfillment of one's ความพึงึ พอใจ
wishes or expectations
variety (adj) different or diverse ความหลากหลาย
hazardous (n) Dangerous or risky อัันตราย
medium (n) or means of doing something ปานกลาง
purchase (v) acquire (something) by paying for it/ buy ซื้้อ�
alloys (n) a metal made by combining two or more โลหะผสม
metallic elements
functions (n) a purpose natural to or intended for a person or การทำ�ำ งาน
thing
deferred (adj) postpone to a later time เลื่่�อนออกไป

Unit 5 : Sufficiency Economy

Vocabulary Definition Meaning
ปรััชญา
philosophy (n) Knowledge, Reasoning, Thinking ความพอเพีียง
sufficiency (n) An adequate amount of something ความสุรุ ุ่่�ยสุรุ ่า่ ย
extravagance (n) Luxury, spending too much on something การดำ�ำ รงชีีวิิต
livelihood (n) Income, employment, occupation ความวุ่่�นวาย
turbulence (n) conflict, confusion, instability สิ่่�งจำ�ำ เป็็น
necessary (n) Needed, Required, Compulsory ซ่อ่ มแซม, ชุนุ
mend (v) Repair, Fix นำ�ำ กลัับมาใช้้ใหม่่
recycle (v) Reuse, Reprocess, Use again ส่ว่ นเกิิน
excess (adj) Extra, Spare, unused การลงทุนุ
investment (n) Investing money for profit

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Glossary

Unit 5 : Sufficiency Economy

Vocabulary Definition Meaning
occupation (n)
topography (n) A job or profession, work อาชีีพ
The arrangement of the natural and ภูมู ิิประเทศ
husbandry (n) physical features of an area
The care, cultivation, and breeding of การเลี้้ย� งสััตว์์
generate (v) crops and animals.
sustainability (n) Create, produce สร้้าง, ผลิติ
The ability to be maintained at a certain ความยั่่�งยืืน
rate or level.

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