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Dallah Coffee Pot Dot-to-Dot Printable
Connect 63 dots to reveal a dallah, the long-spouted coffee pot used across the UAE and the wider Gulf to serve Arabic coffee to guests. This easy puzzle is a nice one for young learners practising number sequencing while getting a small window into a tradition that's still very much alive today.
Difficulty
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Fun fact: The dallah is such a well-known symbol of hospitality that it appears on the UAE's one-dirham coin.
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Ask almost anyone in the Gulf what a good host offers a guest, and coffee will come up fast. The dallah is the pot that makes it happen — tall, curved, with a long spout built for a slow, careful pour. It shows up at weddings, in majlis sitting rooms, and outside tents at festivals, usually next to a stack of small handleless cups and a plate of dates. This 63-dot puzzle traces its unmistakable shape. Find dot 1 and let's pour one out.
1–13 — The Curved Handle
Start at dot 1 and connect through to dot 13 to draw the looping handle at the back of the pot. It's a tighter curve than it looks, so go slow here — rushing this part is where the shape usually gets away from beginners.
Fun fact!
Dallahs are traditionally hammered from brass or copper by hand, a craft passed down through families for generations. A well-made one can last decades with regular polishing.
Dallahs are traditionally hammered from brass or copper by hand, a craft passed down through families for generations. A well-made one can last decades with regular polishing.
14–26 — The Domed Lid
Continue from dot 14 to dot 26 to shape the rounded lid on top, often finished with a small pointed knob. This section is mostly gentle curves, so it's a good stretch for kids still building confidence with rounded lines.
Fun fact!
Some dallahs have a decorative crescent or bird-shaped ornament on the lid instead of a plain knob — a small detail that varies a lot from region to region and maker to maker.
Some dallahs have a decorative crescent or bird-shaped ornament on the lid instead of a plain knob — a small detail that varies a lot from region to region and maker to maker.
27–39 — The Long Pouring Spout
Trace dots 27 through 39 to draw the long, narrow spout that gives the dallah its distinctive silhouette. This is the trickiest part of the drawing — the spout tapers as it extends outward, so encourage kids to draw it in one steady, unhurried stroke rather than several short ones.
Fun fact!
The spout's length isn't just decorative. It lets the host pour coffee from a small height without spilling, which is part of the performance of hospitality — pouring is done in full view of guests, not in another room.
The spout's length isn't just decorative. It lets the host pour coffee from a small height without spilling, which is part of the performance of hospitality — pouring is done in full view of guests, not in another room.
40–52 — The Wide Body
Connect dots 40 to 52 to fill out the rounded main body of the pot, where the coffee itself would be brewing. This is the largest section here, so it's worth pausing halfway through to recount and make sure nothing's been skipped.
Fun fact!
Arabic coffee served from a dallah, known as gahwa, is typically brewed with lightly roasted beans and cardamom rather than the darker roasts common elsewhere — which is why it looks and tastes noticeably different from espresso or filter coffee.
Arabic coffee served from a dallah, known as gahwa, is typically brewed with lightly roasted beans and cardamom rather than the darker roasts common elsewhere — which is why it looks and tastes noticeably different from espresso or filter coffee.
53–63 — The Base and Stand
Finish by connecting dots 53 through 63 to draw the sturdy base the pot rests on. Eleven dots to go — a good, solid finish here anchors the whole drawing.
Fun fact!
In 2015, UNESCO added Arabic coffee to its list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, recognising it as a symbol of generosity shared across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar. See <a href="https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/arabic-coffee-a-symbol-of-generosity-02111" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">UNESCO's listing for Arabic coffee</a> for more.
In 2015, UNESCO added Arabic coffee to its list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, recognising it as a symbol of generosity shared across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar. See <a href="https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/arabic-coffee-a-symbol-of-generosity-02111" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">UNESCO's listing for Arabic coffee</a> for more.
Great work — your dallah is ready to serve! Colour it in warm copper or brass tones for a traditional look, or go bold with gold and deep green. If your child enjoyed learning where this puzzle comes from, they might also like our other dot to dot worksheets for more hands-on practice.
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Is Dallah Coffee Pot suitable for ages Ages 6-10?
Yes. This 63-dot puzzle is designed for children ages Ages 6-10.
How do I print Dallah Coffee Pot?
Use the free download button on this page, then print the PDF at home or school.
What should children use to complete this puzzle?
A pencil works best for joining the dots, and children can colour the finished picture afterwards.