Iraq / DATE IDEA

Al-naoor on paper.

Explore how Iraq's al-naoor waterwheels work and build a simple rotating paper model together.

01 / IRAQ

Go at your own pace.

Learn about Iraqi dishes, music and craftsmanship together through activities at home and digital collections. These ideas do not assume travel.

02 / HOW TO DO IT

Explore how Iraq's al-naoor waterwheels work and build a simple rotating paper model together.
Use a reliable image as a reference.
Keep water away from paper and electronics while testing.

More about this activity: UNESCO: al-naoor

No craft supplies? Draw the parts and explain to each other how they work.

01 / Iraq

Choose a recipe for Iraqi kleicha, fill the cookies together and each create your own folded pattern around the edges.

02 / Iraq

Listen to a recording of Iraqi maqam together and each choose an instrument or vocal moment that stays with you.

03 / Iraq

Taste dates together with three different small additions and decide which combination you would serve with coffee or tea.