Teaching kids Persian doesn’t have to be a chore—it can be a joyful, enriching experience that brings your family closer to language and culture. Whether you’re a native speaker hoping to preserve your heritage or just starting your Persian journey with your children, there are many fun, hands-on methods that make learning accessible and meaningful.
At The Kids Point, we believe that children learn best when they’re engaged, curious, and having fun. That’s why we’ve gathered the most creative and effective ways to help children explore the Persian language through play, music, books, daily routines, and more. This guide is perfect for all types of families—from bilingual households to those who are learning Persian together.
Why Teach Persian to Kids?
Persian (Farsi) is a beautiful and poetic language with deep cultural roots. For Iranian families, it is a way to stay connected to their identity, history, and relatives. For non-Iranian families, it offers an opportunity to explore a new worldview, rich with stories, music, art, and traditions.
Children have an incredible capacity for language, especially when learning starts early. The key is to make it natural, consistent, and fun. Let’s explore the best ways to do that!
Learn Through Music and Songs
Music is a universal language, and it’s one of the easiest ways for children to absorb Persian vocabulary, pronunciation, and rhythm.
What You Can Do:
- Play Persian children’s songs during car rides or playtime.
- Sing simple nursery rhymes together and use hand movements or props.
- Listen to alphabet songs or songs about colors, animals, and body parts.
- Make your own songbook with lyrics in Persian and transliteration.
Recommended Resources:
- Spotify & YouTube: Search for “Persian kids songs” or artists like Aitak Ajangzad, Ketty, or Pardis for Children.
- CDs and playlists: Build a mix of calming and upbeat songs for different moods.
Music not only introduces language but builds joyful associations with learning.
Read Picture Books and Stories in Persian
Storytelling is a beloved tradition in Persian culture. Reading aloud is an excellent way to expand your child’s vocabulary, even if they don’t understand every word.
What You Can Do:
- Buy Persian picture books or bilingual editions with English translations.
- Choose books your child already knows in English that are also available in Persian.
- Read aloud—even if you don’t speak Persian fluently. Use illustrations to explain.
- Create bedtime stories using a few Persian words and let your child guess the meaning.
Recommended Titles:
- Alefba Book
- ABZoo by Nooredin Zarin Kelk
- My First Picture Dictionary (Persian-English)
- Bilingual books by Anahita Tammadon: Our Haft-Sin, Yalda Night Celebration, and more.
At The Kids Point, we recommend rotating new books regularly and leaving them accessible for children to explore independently.
Use Environmental Print and Visuals
Children are constantly learning from their surroundings. Use Persian letters, numbers, and words in everyday spaces.
What You Can Do:
- Hang a Persian alphabet poster in your child’s room.
- Label furniture and objects in Persian with sticky notes (e.g., در = door, میز = table).
- Use bilingual greeting cards, Persian name puzzles, or wall decals.
- Keep Persian calendars or weather charts on the wall.
The more kids see the language, the more naturally it becomes part of their world.
Play Games with Persian Vocabulary
Games are one of the most effective ways for kids to learn and retain language.
What You Can Do:
- Play memory games with Persian alphabet or vocabulary cards.
- Use Snakes and Ladders or board games with Persian numbers or phrases.
- Try Go Fish, Bingo, or matching games using printable Persian flashcards.
- Use Persian word puzzles, crosswords, and scavenger hunts.
Game-based learning keeps kids motivated and encourages them to repeat new words frequently.
Practice Basic Conversations Daily
You don’t need to be fluent to help your child speak Persian! Integrate simple phrases into your routine.
Everyday Phrases to Start With:
- سلام (salaam) – Hello
- خداحافظ (khodaa haafez) – Goodbye
- خوبی؟ (khobi?) – How are you?
- ممنون (mamnoon) – Thank you
- بله / نه (baleh / na) – Yes / No
What You Can Do:
- Use a “word of the day” and try using it throughout the day.
- Practice greetings and goodbyes in Persian.
- Set specific times (like breakfast or bedtime) to only use Persian phrases.
Encouraging your child to speak—even just a little—builds confidence and retention.
Introduce the Persian Alphabet
The Persian alphabet might seem intimidating at first, but children pick it up quickly through visuals and sound.
What You Can Do:
- Learn the Persian letters together, one at a time.
- Use alphabet songs to reinforce recognition.
- Practice tracing worksheets, coloring books, or writing in sand or shaving cream.
- Play with Persian alphabet magnets, puzzles, or blocks.
Resource Spotlight:
- Persian Alphabet Memory Game
- Alphabet Coloring Book
- Perfect Your Persian workbook series
Recognizing the 32 Persian letters opens up opportunities for reading, writing, and pronunciation clarity.
Learn Through Play and Crafts
Arts and crafts make language learning tactile and creative.
What You Can Do:
- Paint Persian letters with watercolor or finger paint.
- Make animal masks and act out Persian animal names.
- Create DIY Persian flashcards with your child.
- Build Persian words with playdough or magnetic letters.
Children remember language better when they’ve created something meaningful with it.
Watch Cartoons and Videos in Persian
Screen time can be educational when you choose the right content.
What You Can Do:
- Search YouTube for Persian kids’ cartoons, like Khanoom Khorshid.
- Watch simple story animations with subtitles.
- Create a Persian playlist with music videos, songs, and rhymes.
- Watch together and repeat key words or phrases out loud.
Make it social and interactive—pause to talk about what’s happening in the video.
Cook Together Using Persian
Cooking is a sensory-rich learning opportunity that’s perfect for language acquisition.
What You Can Do:
- Pick a simple Persian recipe (like kuku sabzi or chelo).
- Say the names of ingredients in Persian.
- Count, stir, and name the steps using Persian verbs and nouns.
- Use cooking as a storytelling moment—talk about cultural traditions.
This brings the language to life while making delicious memories together.
Socialize with Persian Speakers
Language thrives in the community. Surround your child with other Persian speakers when possible.
What You Can Do:
- Arrange playdates with other Persian-speaking families.
- Join Persian cultural events, holiday festivals, or storytelling sessions.
- Video call with Persian-speaking grandparents or cousins.
- Attend community classes or Persian language schools if available.
Even short conversations with others can make a lasting impact on your child’s language development.
Bonus: Use Finglisi and Transliterated Tools
Not fluent? No problem! Many families use Finglisi—a combination of Persian written using English letters.
How It Helps:
- Easier for English readers to pronounce Persian words.
- Supports mixed-language households.
- Bridges the gap while learning the actual Persian script.
The Kids Point recommends using transliterated flashcards, word books, and song lyrics alongside Persian script to help families grow together.
Set Goals and Track Progress
Children love rewards and milestones. Make learning Persian more structured with visual goals.
What You Can Do:
- Use sticker charts for each new word learned.
- Celebrate with small prizes or fun days when goals are met.
- Create a language passport where your child stamps a new word or phrase each day.
Little wins make a big difference in building a language-loving mindset.
Recommended Tools by The Kids Point
At The Kids Point, we’ve explored and curated tools that make learning Persian easy, engaging, and joyful for kids and families. Whether you’re just starting out or reinforcing what your child already knows, these resources can make a big difference:
Learning Sets & Games
- Persian Alphabet Learning Set – Great for preschoolers with visuals, pronunciation guides, and flashcards.
- Persian Memory Matching Game – Reinforces alphabet and vocabulary with fun illustrations.
- Persian Alphabet Coloring Book – Hands-on practice through creativity.
Music & Audio
- Songs of Pardis (Vol. 1–3) – Rich cultural songs with printable lyrics.
- Yekibook’s “Cheshmak” Album – Includes a fantastic alphabet song for beginners.
- Spotify Playlists – “Persian Kids Songs” and “Persian Dance Music” for all ages.
Books & Print
- Alefba Book – A must-have for alphabet and word recognition.
- Englisi Farsi Picture Books – Combines Persian script with English pronunciation for families learning together.
- Bilingual Holiday Books – Perfect for introducing Persian traditions.
These tools support multiple learning styles—from visual to auditory to hands-on—so you can build a balanced and playful Persian language journey at home.
Teaching kids Persian is a meaningful investment in identity, connection, and cultural pride. It doesn’t require fluency—just consistency, creativity, and a little curiosity.
At The Kids Point, we’re proud to support families at all stages of their Persian learning journey. Whether you’re listening to a song, reading a bedtime story, or cooking together, you’re planting the seeds of language, one joyful moment at a time.
Start small. Stay consistent. Make it fun. Persian—pass it on!