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Reading Journal By Sirikanlaya Phopang 6031006204This journal is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirementsfor English reading and writing 1 course of Liberal Arts in English Program, Mae Fah Luang University First semester 2018

Seub Nakhasathien Foundation – Hero Of The WildSeub Nakhasathien Foundation (SNF) was given a name that follows a wellknown and respected wildlife conservationist in Thailand.Seub Nakhasathien was a hero when he was still alive and dedicated to hislifetimes work to be involved in various programmes to protect other lives,which included animals and plants not just human.His hardwork continues and he is remembered for his kindness and hisdetermination to save and protect the wildlife and forests to present day.The foundation’s programmes look out for any potential threat that couldendanger numerous species of wildlife as well as to organise and conservethe habitats that are their homes.SNF was established in September 1990 and for over 25 years, its missionhas been to promote the protection andconservation of wildlife and forest land in Thailand. It is protecting the forestcomplex, west of Thailand, an area of 18,730 sq km in 6 provinces alongMyanmar’s border.This consists of 2 UNESCO Natural World Heritage sites in Huai Kha Khaengand Thungyai Naresuan.They are a home to many endangered species of wildlife – tigers, tapirs,Asiatic wild dogs, banteng, gaur and many more. The foundationencourages the locals and villagers to utilise the community forest area inplace of hunting and taking down wildlife and trees, respectively.For the month of September, the Tongsai Bay Hotel on the island of Samuiis promoting the charity as a long term and proud supporter of SNF.10% of every hotel booking made will be contributed to fund the SNF with acode “HOW” under “Hero of the Wild” campaign. Guests will enjoy a 1,000Bcredit for purchases of the SNF natural products ranging from coffee toscarves. Page 2 of 5

Week 6 Title: Seub Nakhasathien Foundation – Hero Of The Wild Author: Tassapon Sutthidetkul Sourcehttps://expatlifeinthailand.com/travel-and-leisure/hero-of-the-wild/ Summary Seub Nakhasatien was known as “Hero of the Wild”. When he wasstill alive, he dedicated his lifetime to work as forest protector. Hiswork is to protect wildlife and forest in Huay Kha Khaeng and Tung YaiNaresuan. Seub Nakhastien Foundation or SNF’s mission is to promotethe protection and conservation of forest and wildlife in Thailand. My reaction/reflection: I think it is a good foundation becausethere are many animals are hunted more and more every year as wellas deforestation. So this foundation may persuade people to concernmore about nature and wildlife. Page 3 of 5

New words learned: (At least five new words that you have learned) New Words Definitions1. respect (v.) admiration felt or shown for someone2. conservation (n.) Seub Nakhasathien Foundation (SNF) was3. dedicate (v.) respected wildlife conservationist in Thailand. the protection of plants and animals, natural4. potential (adj.) areas, and interesting and important structures5. threat (n.) and buildings Its mission has been to promote the protection and conservation of wildlife and forest land in Thailand. to give all of your energy, time, etc. Seub Nakhasathien was a hero when he was still alive and dedicated to his lifetimes work to be involved in various programmes to protect other lives. possible when the necessary conditions exist The foundation’s programmes look out for any potential threat. a suggestion that something unpleasant or violent will happen The foundation’s programmes look out for any potential threat. Page 4 of 5

Articles Rubric for Independent Reading Journal (10%) 5 12341. Summary (4 %)2. Reflection (3%)3. Vocabulary Learned (3%) Scores Total scores _______ ÷ 5 = _____ marksCriteria for the above categories1. Rubric for Article SummaryCategory 5-4 3 2 1-0Summarizing Provides a very Provides a clear Provides a clear but Provides a somewhatthe content thorough and clear and concise shallow summary of muddled, unclear and and concise summary of the the article; may be rambling summary of summary of the article context excessively brief or the article. article context and and content. may include some content. extraneous information.Identifying Student recalls Student recalls Student is not able to Student cannot locateDetails several details for details for most locate most of the details with accuracy. each main point. main point. details of the main point. Is characterized by theParaphrasing Is characterized by Is characterized Is characterized by substantial copying of paraphrasing of the by paraphrasing the substantial indiscriminately main idea and of the main idea copying of key selected phrases or significant details and significant phrases and minimal sentences. details paraphrasingSpelling & There are few or no There are some There are serious Serious errors inGrammar errors in usage, errors in usage, errors in usage, mechanics, usage, grammar, grammar, grammar, grammar, or spelling punctuation, punctuation, punctuation, sentence that make the summary sentence fragments, sentence fragments, or difficult to understand. or spelling. fragments, or spelling. spelling.Total ________/20 ÷ 5 = 4 %2. Reflection on the Articles (3%)Students who have completely and clearly responded to the guided questions stated in the reading journalform will get 3 marks.3. Vocabulary Learned (3%) ≥ 70% correct = 2 marks 1 ≤ 70% = 1 mark All correct = 3 marks Page 5 of 5