Moon started teaching in Kawkarate District in 2014 and became acting principal at a middle school by 2018. She made lively classes with questions and debate and did not accept strict obedience as the only goal of school.
When the military took power in 2021 she joined street protests and the Civil Disobedience Movement. Soldiers looked for her, so her father sent her away. She fled to Lay Kay Kaw and later taught in migrant schools across the border, where she faced low pay and hard work.
In Mae Sot she joined Exile Hub's Thai language programme and trained in podcasting and storytelling. She still teaches and wants to open a small bookstore café on family land one day.
Difficult words
- protest — A public expression of disagreement.protests
- exile — Being away from home, usually by force.
- storytelling — The act of telling stories.
- important — Something that matters a lot.
- dream — A hope or wish for the future.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think Moon wanted to create a fun classroom?
- How do you think storytelling can help in teaching?
- What are your dreams for the future?
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