Why Persian Letters Look Like Art (And How to Try Them)
Persian script is one of the most beautiful writing systems in the world. With swirls, curves, and dots, it looks more like artwork than regular letters. This is one reason kids love learning Persian the writing itself feels like drawing!
Let’s Look at the Letters
Persian uses a script called the Persian alphabet, which is based on Arabic but with a few extra letters. Words are written from right to left, and letters change shape depending on their position in a word.
Some fun letters to start with:
- ب (b)
- پ (p)
- ن (n)
- م (m)
Each one flows into the next, like connected brushstrokes!
Creative Writing Activities
Write Like an Artist
Give kids colored pencils or markers and let them trace or copy Persian letters. Encourage them to treat it like a drawing, using color and design.
Persian Name Tags
Help kids write their names in Persian script. They can decorate their name tags with designs inspired by Persian art and patterns.
Dinolingo makes Persian learning exciting for ages 2–14, combining visual tools like animations and writing practice with games and songs. Its language learning tools help kids recognize, read, and even write Persian letters at their own pace just like drawing a masterpiece.
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