This visual art lesson plan on Mesopotamian art introduces students to the rich artistic heritage of one of the world’s earliest civilizations, including the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. The lesson has the potential to explore key characteristics of Mesopotamian art, such as its religious, political, and practical functions, exemplified by monumental ziggurats, bas-relief sculptures, and intricate cylinder seals. Depending on the desired depth, the lesson can be adapted fro