Wednesday, July 4, 2012

July 2_4th of July brief_CULP


Monday 7/2
            Today, we returned to classes after an interesting weekend exploring temples and playing with monkeys. We began the day with a nutritious meal of rice and three things. Immediately following we began teaching classes. We taught the Pre-Cadets about the Declaration of Independence, the history behind the revolutionary war, and the traditions of the American people today. Although the Pre-Cadets were very attentive, it was difficult to get the point across. The main points were understood, but the detail seemed to confuse them.
            Overall, it was a good chance to teach them about American history, but also learn about their traditions and the holidays they celebrate. After completing the day’s classes we went home to relax for a few hours. Krebs, Hall, and I left around three to go and teach some Thai Pre-Cadets American cadences. Teaching them about American marching and running was very interesting. The rest of the American Cadets were out and about again interacting with the Thai Pre-Cadets through sports and clubs. The night concluded around seven with a gaggle of tired Americans.

-J.T.
                                          Cadet Evans and Slininger with Pre-Cadets

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