Make a Mini-Piñata for Kha b’Nissan
As a tribute to the traditional twelve-day celebration of the Assyrian New Year, we’re sharing unique ways to honor Akitu no matter where you are in the world as we […]
Kids
Articles about Kids from the Assyrian Cultural Foundation.
5 Important Reasons to Teach Your Kids Assyrian History
As a tribute to the traditional twelve-day celebration of the Assyrian New Year, we’re sharing unique ways to honor Akitu no matter…
How to make a tissue paper Assyrian flag
The first of April—or Kha b’Nissan—marks the Assyrian New Year, also known as Akitu. In ancient Assyria, the new year was celebrated…
Art for Kids: Ishtar Gate Mosaic
The Ishtar Gate is one of the most iconic sites in the Assyrian homeland. Erected during the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II,…
Glue Art for Kids: Ancient Assyrian Metalworking
The Assyrian Empire is known for its rich material culture—magnificent stone wall reliefs, colossal gateway figures, and legendary towers. Often overlooked, however,…
How-to: Our Adorable Thanksgiving Shoot
Another year, another Thanksgiving. Whether your family served turkey, or went the traditional Assyrian route—serving dolma and the likes instead—you’re probably all…
6 Ways to Teach Your Kids their Assyrian Heritage
Culture is a defining piece of an individual’s identity, shaping how they see themselves and the groups with which they identify. Every…
Easy Kids Activity: Understanding Heritage
Explaining something as abstract as heritage to a young child can be a challenge. They may have some sense of their own…
Arts & Crafts for Kids: Little Assyrian Scribes
Over time, the need for writing changed and the signs developed into a script we call cuneiform. For thousands of years, Assyrian…
Q&A with Children’s Books Author Julia Sorisho Rodgers
Q: When did you know you wanted to write? A few years ago, I took my children to our local library in…
Make Your Own Assyrian Jewelry
Ancient Assyrians wore jewelry not only for fashion, but also to show their status and wealth. Jewelry was made from the most…