This paper investigates the effectiveness of incorporating folk literature, specifically proverbs and their associated stories, into Persian language instruction. Grounded in the principle of language acquisition through cultural immersion, the study explores how proverbs serve as a rich resource for enhancing various language skills.The research employs Dr. Zolfaqari's collection of Persian proverbs as a teaching tool. By analyzing these proverbs and their narratives, the study demonstrates how instructors can cultivate:Reading comprehension and fluency, Proficiency in translation, Understanding of cultural customs and traditions. Following each story, the proposed method incorporates critical thinking exercises that encourage students to delve deeper into the purpose of proverb selection. Additionally, practical exercises solidify comprehension of the proverbs' appropriate contextual usage.This analytical-applied research includes a sample worksheet showcasing the method's application. The ultimate goal is to develop a comprehensive teaching resource based on this methodology, catering to both Persian and non-Persian learners. The study underlines the potential of proverbs as a valuable tool for language acquisition and offers transferable insights applicable to other linguistic and cultural contexts.

Folk Literature, Proverbs Stories, Learning language, culture and literature, second language learning.

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