A creative writing unit devised by Purnima and co-author Susie May, using visual art as a catalyst for poetry, critical thinking and student voice. Through close observation, interpretation and imaginative response, students transform artworks into original writing and performance.
From climate action to equality and peace, Year 7 and Year 9 students took to the stage to perform original spoken-word poetry inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The showcase celebrated the power of young voices to imagine - and help create - a better world.
As part of The Art of Giving for International Women's Day 2026, Purnima facilitated an interactive workshop combining guided journaling, poetry and collage to inspire reflection, creativity and positive change. Participants explored their personal values, aspirations and voices through a series of creative writing and visual arts activities.
At the Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) Conference, Purnima facilitated an interactive workshop exploring spoken word, storytelling and visual art as humanising pedagogies that empower student voice, critical thinking and meaningful action across the curriculum.
Purnima curates a Teachers as Practitioners (TAPs) exhibition at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre for International Women's Day 2026, celebrating the creative practices of nine women from Bangkok Patana School.
How do we inspire students to pick up a book in a world of screens? The Bookface Challenge transformed reading into a creative, collaborative experience, encouraging Year 8 students to explore the library through photography, imagination and play.
Purnima visited Year 5 at Bangkok Patana School to explore the art of performance poetry, inspiring students to bring their nature poems to life through voice, movement and imagination ahead of their Poetry Celebration.
The third annual Spoken Word Poetry Showcase at Bangkok Patana School was a powerful celebration of youth voices, creativity and courage. This year’s theme - “Champions of Change: Inspiring Resilience and Hope” - called on students to use poetry as a response to global challenges and they rose to the occasion with heart and conviction.
What happens when poetry steps outside the classroom - into nature and an art exhibition?Year 7 students at Bangkok Patana School found inspiration everywhere as they explored the Outdoor Classroom, where every detail - from the stillness of the pond to the rustle of leaves - became a line of poetry.
Poetry has a unique way of opening our eyes to the beauty and complexity of the world around us; it invites us to slow down, observe and listen intently, and find wonder in everyday moments—especially in nature. Sharing my poetic inspiration with students is always a joy, igniting creativity, curiosity and a deeper connection to the environment we all share.
