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11815 Seven Locks Rd.  Potomac MD 20854

240-620-9761

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مدرسه فرهنگ سرو

Iranian History, Art, and Culture Classes for Children

In these classes, children will learn about various aspects of Iranian culture through storytelling, games, and performances. The topics covered include:
 • Ancient Iranian Mythology: Introduction to mythical creatures, legendary heroes, and sacred plants in Iranian mythology.
 • Traditional Iranian Arts: Exploring crafts such as mirror work, knotwork, kilim and gabbeh weaving, Kerman pātchwork embroidery, Turkmen needlework, Baluchi embroidery, and more.
 • Carpet Design in Iran: Learning about Iranian carpet patterns and experiencing the art of carpet design.
 • Iranian Architecture: Discovering historical buildings, bridges, squares, and traditional urban planning throughout Iran’s history, with opportunities for sketching and painting these structures.
 • Ethnic Groups of Iran: Learning about Iran’s diverse languages and dialects, traditional clothing, and customs of different ethnic communities.
 • Iran’s Natural Landscape: Familiarizing children with rivers, seas, mountains, wildlife, and plant life while understanding the geographical borders of Iran.
 • Iranian Literature: Introducing classic works such as Shahnameh, Kalila and Dimna, The Conference of the Birds, Saadi’s Bustan, Rumi’s Masnavi, and more.
 • Iranian Music – A Visual and Auditory Introduction: Exploring classical and regional Iranian music, traditional musical instruments, famous Iranian musicians, and hands-on experiences with traditional instruments.
 • Traditional Iranian Performing Arts: Learning about puppet theater (Kheimeh Shab Bazi), Siyah Bazi (comic performances), Naqqali (storytelling), Mir Nowruzi (New Year performances), passion plays (Shabih Khani), and Siavash Khani (mourning performances).
 • Painting and Sculpture Techniques: Developing artistic skills in painting and sculpture.

*At the end of each session, students will create a visual artwork (a painting or sculpture) based on the topic of the class, transforming their knowledge into creative expression.

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