Celebrating Iran

Embark on a research project centered on Persian and Iranian art!
First, have a conversation with your class about the history of Iran. With your students, identify Iran on a map and take time to learn about their food, language and culture.

Then, conduct some research about places in your community where your class can see Persian art. For those that live in New York City, this may be the Iranian Film Festival at IFC Center or the large collection of Iranian Art at NYU’s Grey Art Museum.

Task your students with going to one of these places (or go together on a class field trip) and picking one piece of art that resonates with them.

Afterwards, have each student present on the piece of art they experienced and ask them to draw connections between the artwork and Persian culture.

Throughout the year, keep track of any events in your city or community celebrating Iranian culture and heritage so your class can support them!