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International¶
Alps¶
A tall mountain range in Europe.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Drat70 | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Backpack¶
A bag you carry on your back.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Recreation, Transportation, Education
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | FOTO:Fortepan — ID 20607: Adományozó/Donor: Wein Sarolta. archive copy at the Wayback Machine | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Baker¶
A person who makes bread, cakes, and pastries.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Baguette, market traders
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Ball¶
A round object used in many games.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Marco Gualazzini | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Baltic Sea¶
A big sea in northern Europe where Poland, Germany, and other countries meet. It has beautiful beaches and is famous for amber treasures!
- Rationale: The Baltic Sea teaches kids about marine geography and Poland's coastal access
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: gdansk
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Beekeeper¶
A person who cares for bees and collects honey.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Animal, Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY | Michael Gäbler | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Belarus¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Minsk.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0 | source
Belgium¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Brussels.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY | Loc7798_R01.jpg: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR) derivative work: Kabelleger (talk) | source
Bern¶
The capital city of Switzerland.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Daniel Kraft | source
Bike¶
A two‑wheeled vehicle you pedal.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Sport, Health
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Basile Morin | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Boat for goods¶
A big boat that carries boxes, food, and other things from place to place.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
Boat for People¶
A boat that carries people from one place to another across the water.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
Boat House¶
A house that floats on water like a boat. People can live in boat houses!
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
Bobsled¶
A fast sled used to slide down ice.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Steffen Prößdorf | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Bratislava¶
The capital city of Slovakia.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jakub Hałun | source
BREAD¶
A yummy food made from flour and water. You can make sandwiches with bread!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Bridge for cars¶
A road that goes over water so cars can drive across rivers and lakes.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Seine Bridges
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Bridge for trains¶
A special bridge built strong enough for heavy trains to cross over water.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Seine Bridges
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Brussels¶
The capital city of Belgium.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Horst J. Meuter | source
Bus¶
A big vehicle that carries many people.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Xosema | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Butcher¶
A person who sells meat.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Sabina Bajracharya | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Butter¶
A yellow fat made from milk, used for cooking and baking.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Animal
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC0 | Antoine Vollon | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Canteen menu¶
A list that shows what food you can eat at school lunch. It helps you choose what to eat!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | CC0 - Valeria | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Car¶
A small vehicle for roads.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rhododendrites | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Castle Bridge¶
A bridge near a castle. Castles are big, strong buildings where kings and queens lived long ago.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
Cheesemonger¶
A person who sells many types of cheese.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: market traders
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Chimpanzee¶
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- Type: None
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Cinnamon¶
A sweet spice made from tree bark.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Plant
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Simon A. Eugster | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Circle¶
A round shape with no corners. Circles look like wheels, balls, and coins!
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Classroom¶
A room in school where students sit and learn new things from their teacher.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Education, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The School system (fr_02), Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Climbing¶
Going up rocks or ice with special gear.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Sport, Safety, Recreation
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain activities
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Original version: Valentin Chapuis Derivative version: Subsidiary account (image rotated 90 degrees CCW) | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Cloves¶
A strong spice used to add flavor to food.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Plant
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Friedrich Haag | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Coat¶
A warm jacket for cold weather.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Calistemon | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Coins¶
Small round money made of metal.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Money
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Livioandronico2013 | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Compass¶
A tool that helps you draw perfect circles. It has two legs like scissors.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Constitution of 3 May¶
A historic Polish constitution celebrated on May 3.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Civics, History, Time
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Constitutional Convention | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Cook¶
A person who prepares food.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Basile Morin | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Crab¶
A sea animal with big claws and a hard shell. Crabs walk sideways on the beach!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Crampons¶
Spiky metal grips you attach to boots for ice.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Technology, Sport
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Clayoquot | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Czech Republic¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Prague.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Tadeáš Bednarz | source
Dairy Vendor¶
A person who sells milk, butter, and cheese.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Something Original (talk) | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
DANGER Sign¶
A sign that warns about danger ahead. Be extra careful.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety
- Country: International
- Topics: Stree safety
- Image credit: CC0 | Government of Singapore - Land Transport Authority, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | source
Egg Vendor¶
A person who sells eggs.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Elgabarty2002 | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Eggs¶
Food from chickens used for baking and cooking.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Animal
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | George Chernilevsky | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Eiffel Tower map¶
A map that shows where the famous tall tower in Paris is located.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Eiffel Tower
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Eiffel Tower ticket¶
A special paper that lets you visit the famous tall tower in Paris, France.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science
- Country: International
- Topics: Eiffel Tower
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Eleementary Maths¶
Numbers and shapes for everyday life: counting, adding and subtracting, simple fractions, measuring, telling time, and using money.
- Type: None
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
Elephant¶
A big animal with a trunk. Elephants are the biggest animals that walk on land. They have big ears and love to spray water!
- Rationale: Elephants are amazing animals that kids love learning about at the zoo!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
- Words: elephant, zoo
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Euro Currency¶
Money used in many countries in Europe. You can buy toys and ice cream with euros!
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Money, Geography
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Europe Map¶
A map showing all the countries in Europe. You can see where France, Poland, Germany, and other countries are located.
- Rationale: Maps help kids understand where different countries are and how they connect
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Education
- Year: 2000
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00), The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
FISH¶
An animal that lives and swims in water. Fish have fins and gills to breathe underwater.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Fishmonger¶
A person who sells fresh fish and seafood.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: market traders
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Flag of Belarus¶
The flag of Belarus has red and green horizontal stripes with beautiful traditional patterns on the side. Belarus is Poland's neighbor.
- Rationale: Learning neighboring countries helps kids understand regional geography
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1995
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flag of Belgium¶
The flag of Belgium has three vertical stripes: black, yellow, and red. Belgium is famous for chocolate and waffles!
- Rationale: Belgium's unique vertical stripes help kids distinguish different flag patterns
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1831
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Flag of Czech Republic¶
The flag has white and red stripes with a blue triangle. The Czech Republic is famous for beautiful Prague castle and crystal glass.
- Rationale: Central European countries help kids understand the region around Poland
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1920
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00), The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flag of Lithuania¶
The flag has yellow, green, and red horizontal stripes. Lithuania is a Baltic country with beautiful forests and beaches.
- Rationale: Baltic countries teach kids about northern European geography and Poland's neighbors
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1988
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flag of Luxembourg¶
The flag of Luxembourg has red, white, and light blue horizontal stripes. Luxembourg is a very small country that speaks three languages!
- Rationale: Small multilingual countries teach kids about European diversity
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1972
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Flag of Russia¶
A flag with white, blue, and red stripes. It represents the country of Russia.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flag of Slovakia¶
A flag with white, blue, and red colors. It represents the country of Slovakia.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00), The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flag of Switzerland¶
The flag of Switzerland is red with a white cross in the middle. It looks like a first aid kit! Switzerland is famous for mountains and cheese.
- Rationale: The Swiss flag's unique cross design helps kids remember this mountain country
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1889
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Flag of Ukraine¶
A flag with blue and yellow colors like the sky and sun. It represents the country of Ukraine.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00), The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Flour¶
White powder made from wheat that is used to make bread.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Science
- Country: International
- Topics: Baguette
- Image credit: CC0
food_apple¶
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- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
food_banana¶
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- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Football (Soccer)¶
A team game played with a ball you kick.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Clément Bucco-Lechat | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Footbridges¶
Small bridges for people walking. They keep you safe from traffic.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Seine Bridges
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
French School Poster¶
A big picture with information that hangs on classroom walls in French schools.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Education
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
French Schools¶
In France, school happens in four main steps: maternelle (play-and-learn for little kids), école élémentaire (reading, writing, maths), collège (middle school), and lycée (high school). At the end of lycée, many students take a big exam called the baccalauréat (‘le bac’)
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Civics, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: French School
Ginger¶
A spicy root used in cooking and cookies.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Plant
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC0 | Franz Eugen Köhler, Köhler's Medizinal-Pflanzen | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Gingerbread Mold¶
A shaped tool that makes fun cookie shapes.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Art
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Piotr Kuczyński | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Giraffe¶
A very tall animal with a long neck. Giraffes are taller than trees! They eat leaves that other animals cannot reach.
- Rationale: Giraffes are fascinating animals that show kids how nature adapts to find food
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
- Image credit: CC0
Glacier¶
Slow-moving ice found on high mountains.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Science, Environment
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY | Kelvinsong | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Gloves¶
Warm covers for your hands.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Kippelboy | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Goal¶
The net you try to score into.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Dietmar Rabich | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Greengrocer¶
A person who sells fresh fruit and vegetables.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: market traders
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Grocer¶
A person who sells many kinds of food and drinks.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: market traders
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Hat¶
A warm cap for your head.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC0 | Michael Evans | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Hiking¶
Walking on trails in nature.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Recreation, Sport, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain activities
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Honey¶
A sweet food made by bees.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Animal
- Country: International
- Topics: Gingerbread
- Image credit: CC0 | John Severns (Severnjc) | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Ice¶
Frozen water that can be very slippery.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Weather, Environment, Science
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Andreas Tille | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
ice_arctic¶
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- Type: Place
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Ile-de-France¶
A region in France where the capital city Paris is located. Many people live here!
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Notre Dame
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Independence Day (Poland)¶
A national holiday on 11 November.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Civics, History, Time
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Patryk Matyjaszczyk | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Iron¶
A hot tool used to make wrinkled clothes smooth and flat. Be careful, irons are very hot!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science
- Country: International
- Topics: Eiffel Tower
- Image credit: CC0
King Sigismund’s Column¶
A tall column honoring King Sigismund in Castle Square.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Haydn Blackey from Cardiff, Wales | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
King Sigismund’s Crown¶
The king’s crown that fell off and must be found.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Maciej Szczepańczyk | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Kitchen¶
A room where people cook and bake.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Food
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Original: Mithun Kunwar Derivative work: Radomianin | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Kyiv¶
The capital city of Ukraine.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Moahim | source
Lemon¶
A yellow fruit that tastes very sour. Lemons are used to make lemonade!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Leonardo da Vinci¶
An amazing artist and scientist from Italy. He painted the Mona Lisa and invented flying machines hundreds of years before airplanes!
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Art, Science, History
- Year: 1452
- Country: International
- Topics: Louvre
- Image credit: CC0
Line¶
A straight mark that goes from one point to another. Lines can be long or short.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Lion¶
A big cat called the king of animals. It lives in groups called prides.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Lion Cub¶
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- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Lithuania¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Vilnius.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diliff | source
Luxembourg¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Luxembourg City.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Countries around France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Cayambe | source
Luxembourg City¶
The capital city of Luxembourg.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Krzysztof Golik | source
Maria Skłodowska‑Curie¶
A scientist who won two Nobel Prizes.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Science, History
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Henri Manuel | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Market traders¶
People who sell food and goods at market stalls—like fishmongers, cheesemongers, and fruit sellers. They weigh, wrap, and call out today’s prices.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Money, Community
- Country: International
- Topics: market traders
Marmot¶
A furry mountain animal that whistles.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment, Science
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Photography captured by Giles Laurent | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Mazurek Dąbrowskiego¶
Poland’s national anthem.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Józef Wybicki (1747–1822) | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Medieval Market¶
An old-style market where people buy and sell goods.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Axel Cotón Gutiérrez | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Mermaid’s Sword¶
The mermaid’s sword that must be returned.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Guillaume Speurt from Vilnius, Lithuania | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Milk¶
A white drink that comes from cows. Milk helps your bones and teeth grow strong!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Minsk¶
The capital city of Belarus.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Dzmitry Rylko | source
Monkey¶
A smart animal that can climb and play. Some monkeys live in big families.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Mont Blanc¶
The highest mountain in Western Europe. Covered in snow all year.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC0
Moscow¶
The capital city of Russia.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Dmitry A. Mottl (cropped by King of Hearts) | source
Mountain¶
The pillars of earth
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Environment, Education
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc, mountain activities, mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY | Vyacheslav Argenberg | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Mountain Guide¶
A person who helps people climb safely.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Safety, Education
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc, mountain activities
- Image credit: CC_BY | Vyacheslav Argenberg | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
National Stadium (Warsaw)¶
A modern stadium for football games and concerts.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Sport, Culture, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Arne Müseler | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Nicolaus Copernicus Monument (Warsaw)¶
A monument to the astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Science, History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rhododendrites | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Olive oil¶
A special oil made from olives. People use it for cooking tasty food.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Orange¶
A round, orange fruit that tastes sweet and juicy. Oranges have lots of vitamin C!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Palace of Culture and Science¶
A tall building for museums, theaters, and learning.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Education, History
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | A.Savin
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Paris¶
The capital city of France. Paris has a famous tall tower called the Eiffel Tower!
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: France country, Baguette, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame
- Image credit: CC0 | Yann Caradec from Paris, France, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Penguin¶
A bird that cannot fly but swims very well. It lives in cold places.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Pepper Salt¶
Spices that make food taste better. Salt is white and pepper is black with tiny pieces.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
plant_apple¶
No translation found for 'plant_apple.desc' in Cards
- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
plant_banana¶
No translation found for 'plant_banana.desc' in Cards
- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
plant_orange¶
No translation found for 'plant_orange.desc' in Cards
- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
plant_wattle¶
No translation found for 'tree_wattle.desc' in Cards
- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Poland¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Warsaw. Poland is famous for scientists like Copernicus and delicious pierogi!
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland country, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
Polish Houses of Parliament¶
Where laws are made: the Sejm and the Senate.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Civics, History, Geography
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Prague¶
The capital city of Czech Republic.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Dmitry A. Mottl | source
President¶
The leader chosen to guide the country. People vote in elections.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Aaron Shikler | source
Presidential Palace¶
The official home of the President of Poland.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Civics, History, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rhododendrites | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
River boat¶
A boat that travels on rivers. Rivers are like roads made of water!
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: Seine Bridges
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Robert Lewandowski¶
A famous Polish football player.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Sport, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Екатерина Лаут | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Rope¶
A strong line used for safety when climbing.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Technology, Sport
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Nevit Dilmen | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Royal Castle (Warsaw)¶
A historic castle of Polish kings, now a museum.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture, Geography
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Bernardo Bellotto | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Ruler¶
A straight tool used to measure how long things are. Rulers have numbers and lines.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Russia¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Moscow.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Canes | source
SALT¶
White crystals that make food taste better.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Baguette
- Image credit: CC0
Scarf¶
A warm cloth you wear around your neck.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Kritzolina | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
School bag¶
A bag that students use to carry their books, pencils, and homework to school.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Skiing¶
Sliding on snow with skis.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain activities
- Image credit: CC_BY | Letartean | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Slovakia¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Bratislava.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Oto Zapletal | source
Snow¶
Frozen water that falls in cold weather.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Weather, Environment, Science
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Psy guy | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Soccer Field¶
The grass field where football is played.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Sport, Recreation, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | لا روسا | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Space Rocket¶
A rocket that goes into space.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science
- Country: International
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Square¶
A triangle-shaped tool used to draw straight lines and right angles in math.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
STOP Sign¶
A red sign that means you must stop your vehicle.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Transportation
- Country: International
- Topics: Stree safety
- Image credit: CC0
Street Safety¶
Rules that keep everyone safe on the road.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Transportation, Civics, Health
- Country: International
- Topics: Stree safety
Summit¶
The very top of a mountain.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Environment, Education
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC_BY | Mountaineer | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Sun¶
Bright light that can reflect on the snow.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Science, Weather, Environment
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/SDO (AIA) | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Sunglasses¶
Glasses that protect your eyes from bright light.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather
- Country: International
- Topics: mountain tools
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Sofiane mohammed amri | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Switzerland¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Bern. Switzerland is famous for mountains and cheese.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Countries around France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Giles Laurent | source
Tomato¶
A red, round fruit that grows on plants. Tomatoes are used to make pizza sauce!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Train¶
Trains carry people and goods fast across the country.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0
Tram¶
A city train that runs on tracks in the street.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Technology, Community
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Chme82 | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Triangle¶
A shape with three straight sides and three corners. Triangles look like pizza slices!
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Math
- Country: International
- Topics: Elementary Math
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Ukraine¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Kyiv.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Misha Reme | source
Vilnius¶
The capital city of Lithuania.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diliff | source
Wars and Sawa Statue¶
A statue showing the city’s legend about Wars and Sawa.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Wistula
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Warsaw¶
The capital city of Poland.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Poland country
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | A.Savin | source
Water¶
Water is essential for all life
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Baguette
- Image credit: CC0
Wind¶
Moving air that can feel strong in the mountains.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Weather, Environment
- Country: International
- Topics: mont blanc
- Image credit: CC0 | Richardfabi | source
- Quests: Mont Blanc & Mountains (fr_08)
Yeast¶
Yeast is like magic powder that makes bread soft and tasty!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Country: International
- Topics: Baguette
- Image credit: CC0
Young Lion Male¶
No translation found for 'animal_lion_young_male.desc' in Cards
- Type: Object
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Zoo Animals¶
Auto-created card for topic 'Zoo Animals'.
- Type: None
- Country: International
- Topics: Zoo Animals
Złoty Coins¶
Polish money (złoty) shown as coins.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Money, Geography
- Country: International
- Image credit: CC0 | Kaźmirz Stronczyński | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
France¶
20000 Leagues Under the Sea¶
A book by Jules Verne about underwater adventures in a submarine called the Nautilus. You meet giant sea creatures!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Literature
- Year: 1871
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
24 Hours of Le Mans¶
A car race that lasts 24 hours. Teams drive day and night.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Sport, Culture, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
A¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Basile Morin | source
Allons enfants¶
The first words of the anthem’s first line.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Audio credit: PublicDomain | source
- Quests: La Marseillaise (fr_11)
Armor¶
Protective metal clothing for a knight.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Safety
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | source
Around the World in Eighty Days¶
An exciting book by Jules Verne about traveling around the whole world very quickly using trains, ships, and hot air balloons!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Literature
- Year: 1873
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Arrows¶
Sharp sticks shot from a bow.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Julian Herzog (Website) | source
B¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Bureau international des poids et mesures, International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) | source
Ballroom¶
A big room for dancing and music.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: France
- Words:
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | P e z i | source
Bicycle¶
A vehicle with two wheels you pedal.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Health, Recreation
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Basile Morin | source
Boatman¶
A person who rows the boat on the Loire.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Transportation
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Vyacheslav Argenberg | source
Bouillabaisse¶
A special fish soup from Marseille in southern France. It's made with many different types of fish and has a delicious smell!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Year: 1700
- Country: France
- Topics: Bouillabaisse
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
Bow¶
A weapon that shoots arrows.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Harold Dean Carsey (1886-1947) | source
C¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | BrownHairedGirl | source
Castle Chinon¶
Château de Chinon is a strong stone fortress on a hill above the river in the Loire Valley. Long ago, kings stayed here and Joan of Arc came to meet the future king of France.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: A tale of two castles (fr_05)
Castle Facade (Windows)¶
A front wall with many large windows for light and views.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Culture, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Scotch Mist | source
Catapult¶
A machine that throws stones far.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Technology, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jacek Halicki | source
Cathedral¶
A very large and important church in a city.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, History, Education
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Richard Bartz, Munich aka Makro Freak | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Charter of Secularism¶
A set of rules for respecting everyone's beliefs. It helps people live together in peace.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Year: 2013
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02), Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Church¶
A special building where people meet to pray and sing.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Civics, Education
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | King of Hearts | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Château de Chambord¶
A grand palace with many windows and gardens.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture, Geography
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Benh LIEU SONG | source
Château de Chinon¶
A strong stone fortress used for defense.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Geography, Culture
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Benjamin Smith | source
Code of Hammurabi¶
A stone with very old laws carved into it.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Civics
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Mbzt | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Collège in France¶
Middle school in France for kids aged 11 to 15. Students learn many subjects and prepare for high school.
- Rationale: Understanding the French school system helps kids compare education across countries
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Culture
- Year: 1975
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | Marie Gaultier, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02), Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Coronation of Napoleon (David)¶
A huge painting showing a French emperor’s ceremony.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Jacques-Louis David / Georges Rouget | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Cursive Writing¶
A special way of writing where all the letters in a word are connected. In France, children learn to write this way in school.
- Rationale: Cursive writing is an important part of French education and cultural identity
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Culture, Art
- Year: 1800
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
D¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Youlaus | source
Dancing Shoes¶
Shoes made for dancing in a ballroom.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, Recreation
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Aoife Cawley | source
De la patrie¶
Words from the anthem’s first line.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Audio credit: PublicDomain | source
- Quests: La Marseillaise (fr_11)
Drawbridge¶
A bridge that lifts to protect a castle entrance.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Technology, History, Safety
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Chuck Homler, Focus On Wildlife | source
E¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY | Dwight Burdette | source
Eiffel Tower¶
A tall tower and a symbol of Paris. It's made of iron and is 300 meters talll. You can go up and see the whole city.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, History, Culture
- Year: 1889
- Country: France
- Topics: Eiffel Tower
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Eiffel Tower Elevators¶
Lifts that take visitors up the iron tower.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Technology, Transportation
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Louis-Emile Durandelle | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Est arrivé¶
Words from the anthem’s first line.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Audio credit: PublicDomain | source
- Quests: La Marseillaise (fr_11)
F¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY | Aleksey Gnilenkov | source
Feathered Hat¶
A fine hat with a feather for style.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Gustav Klimt | source
Five Weeks in a Balloon¶
A book by Jules Verne about flying across Africa in a hot air balloon. It's full of adventure and discovery!
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Literature
- Year: 1863
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Flag of France¶
The flag of France has three vertical stripes: blue, white, and red. These colors represent liberty, equality, and fraternity!
- Rationale: The French flag is essential for teaching French national identity and values
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1794
- Country: France
- Topics: Flags of Europe, France country
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Flag of Monaco¶
The flag of Monaco has red and white horizontal stripes. Monaco is tiny but famous for fancy cars and royal palaces by the sea!
- Rationale: Monaco shows kids how small places can be special and important
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1881
- Country: France
- Topics: Flags of Europe
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Flying Buttress¶
Stone arms outside that help hold up tall walls.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Technology, History, Art
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Acroterion | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Formal Gardens¶
Decorative gardens for walking and parties.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Environment
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Urban at French Wikipedia | source
France¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Paris.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: Countries around France, France country
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Another one of my pictures:
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French Baguette¶
A long, crispy bread that is the most famous food in France. French people buy fresh baguettes every day from the bakery!
- Rationale: Baguettes are iconic French culture that kids can easily understand and remember
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Year: 1700
- Country: France
- Topics: Baguette
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
French Pirates¶
Brave sailors who sailed the seas for the King of France. They were called corsairs and protected French ships from enemies.
- Rationale: Pirates capture kids' imagination while teaching about maritime history and French naval power
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Culture, Transportation
- Year: 1600
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Colors of the Marseille Market (fr_09)
French Revolution¶
A time in the 1790s when France changed its government.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Civics, Time, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | source
From the Earth to the Moon¶
A book by Jules Verne about going to the Moon in a big cannon! It was written before real rockets existed.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Literature, Space, Science
- Year: 1865
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
G¶
A musical note.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | kallerna | source
Gargoyle¶
A funny or scary statue that also works as a rain spout.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Art, Technology, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Martinvl | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Gustave Eiffel¶
The man who built the Eiffel Tower! He was an engineer who loved building with iron and created the most famous tower in the world.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture, Science
- Year: 1832
- Country: France
- Topics: Eiffel Tower
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Helmet¶
A metal hat that protects the head.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Safety
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Jebulon | source
Helmet (Street Safety)¶
A hard hat to protect your head when riding.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Health, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Stree safety
- Image credit: CC_BY | Paul Arps from The Netherlands | source
Hot-Air Balloon¶
A balloon that flies using hot air. The first one flew in France.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Jean Michel Jarre¶
A French musician famous for electronic music
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Music, Culture, Technology
- Year: 2000
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | source
Jules Verne¶
A French writer who imagined amazing adventures before they were possible! He wrote about submarines, rockets, and traveling around the world.
- Rationale: Jules Verne shows kids how imagination and science can work together
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Literature, Science, History
- Year: 1828
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
La Marseillaise¶
The French national song. People sing it at big events and sports games.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Music, Culture
- Year: 1885
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC0
- Audio credit: PublicDomain | source
- Quests: La Marseillaise (fr_11)
Le jour de la gloire¶
Words from the anthem’s first line.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education, Culture
- Country: France
- Topics: marseillaise music
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Audio credit: PublicDomain | source
- Quests: La Marseillaise (fr_11)
Le Mans¶
A city in France, famous for a 24-hour car race.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture, Community
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Selbymay | source
Le Mans Racetrack Entrance¶
The entrance area of the Le Mans circuit.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Sport, Culture
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Neuwieser from Germany | source
Le Mans Train Station¶
The station where you take the train home.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Transportation, Community
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Radomianin | source
Liberty Leading the People¶
A famous painting about freedom and courage. It shows a brave woman holding the French flag and leading people to fight for their rights.
- Rationale: This painting teaches kids about fighting for freedom and the French Revolution
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History, Culture
- Year: 1830
- Country: France
- Topics: Louvre
- Image credit: CC0
Loire River¶
A long river in France with many castles along its banks.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Ввласенко | source
Loire Valley¶
A famous French region with many castles.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, History, Culture
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Suavemarimagno | source
Loopholes¶
Narrow windows to shoot arrows out safely.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | A.-K. D. | source
Louvre¶
A huge museum full of art. It’s where the Mona Lisa lives.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Art, Culture, History
- Year: 1793
- Country: France
- Topics: Louvre
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Louvre Pyramid¶
The glass pyramid that is the Louvre’s modern entrance.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Art, Culture, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Benh LIEU SONG (Flickr) | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Lute¶
A string instrument played at court.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Culture, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Ching | source
Lycée in France¶
High school in France for teenagers aged 16 to 18. Students study hard for the Baccalauréat exam to go to university.
- Rationale: The Lycée system shows kids the path to higher education in France
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Culture
- Year: 1975
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | Émeric, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Map of Seine in Paris¶
A picture that shows how the Seine River flows through the city of Paris.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Map of Seine River¶
A picture that shows the Seine River and where it flows through the land.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Masquerade Mask¶
A mask for parties and balls.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, History, Recreation
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | David Jackson | source
Musical Score¶
The written notes and words for a song.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Education, Music
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC0 | Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle | source
Notre-Dame de Paris¶
A beautiful cathedral in Paris. Its colorful glass windows tell stories.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Year: 1885
- Country: France
- Topics: Notre Dame
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Notre-Dame Fire¶
In 2019, a big fire damaged the beautiful Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Many people worked together to save this important building.
- Rationale: This event teaches kids about protecting cultural heritage and community cooperation
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Culture, Environment
- Year: 2019
- Country: France
- Topics: Notre Dame
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Oath of the Horatii (David)¶
A painting of three brothers making a brave promise.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Jacques-Louis David | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Parapet¶
The low wall at the edge of the ramparts.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Johann Jaritz | source
Piano¶
A keyboard instrument used to play melodies and chords.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Topics: Musical Notes
- Image credit: CC0 | Unknown authorUnknown author | source
Pont Alexandre III¶
A beautiful bridge in Paris with fancy decorations and golden statues on it.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Portcullis¶
A heavy gate that drops to block the doorway.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Technology, History, Safety
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Kevin King from Pensacola, FL, US of A | source
Primary School in France¶
School for kids aged 6 to 10. You learn reading, writing, and counting.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Culture
- Year: 1975
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: Licensed
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Race Car¶
A very fast car used on racetracks.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Sport, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | user:AngMoKio | source
Ramparts¶
High walls you can walk on to guard the castle.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Technology
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Txllxt TxllxT | source
Rose Window¶
A big round stained-glass window that tells stories with light.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Art, Culture, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diliff | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Royal Bedroom¶
A fancy room with a big canopied bed.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | Aleksander Gryglewski | source
Scooter¶
A small two-wheeled scooter (trottinette).
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Recreation, Safety
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Spurzem - Lothar Spurzem | source
Seine¶
A 777-kilometre-long river in northern France
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Seine River Boat¶
A special boat that sails on the Seine River in Paris. You can see the Eiffel Tower and other beautiful buildings from the water!
- Rationale: Boat tours help kids see Paris from a different perspective and understand river transportation
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Transportation, Geography, Culture
- Year: 1900
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris Seine (fr_10)
Submarine (The Nautilus)¶
A submarine from Jules Verne’s story. It could explore the deep sea.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Literature, Science
- Country: France
- Topics: Jules Verne
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Jules Verne and transportation (fr_03)
Sword¶
A long blade used by knights.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rama | source
The Seated Scribe¶
An ancient Egyptian statue of a person writing.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rama | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Traffic Lights¶
Street lights that tell you when to STOP or GO.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Education, Transportation
- Country: France
- Topics: Stree safety
- Image credit: CC0
Winged Victory of Samothrace¶
A famous ancient sculpture of a goddess with wings.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Rijin | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
World’s Fair (1889)¶
The big world expo when the Eiffel Tower was shown.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC0 | imp. de Erhard (Paris), 1889 | source
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Xylophone¶
An instrument with bars you hit to make notes.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Education
- Country: France
- Image credit: CC_BY | Mayor McGinn | source
Zebra Crossing¶
White stripes where people cross the street.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Safety, Education, Transportation
- Country: France
- Topics: Stree safety
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Shuets Udono | source
École Maternelle¶
School for little kids aged 3 to 5. You learn by playing and exploring.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Education, Culture
- Year: 1975
- Country: France
- Topics: French School
- Image credit: CC0 | Polymagou, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: The School system (fr_02)
Poland¶
Amber¶
Shiny fossil tree resin called 'Baltic Gold'.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: History, Culture, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Amber Room¶
A famous room made of amber with a mysterious history.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC0 | Branson DeCou | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Animal Enclosure¶
A safe space made for animals to live at the zoo.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Animal, Safety
- Country: Poland
- Topics: wroclaw zoo
- Image credit: CC0 | Pearson Scott Foresman | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Animal Lover Dwarf¶
A dwarf statue that loves the zoo and animals.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, Animal, Education
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY | Klearchos Kapoutsis from Santorini, Greece | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Astronomy¶
The science of studying the Sun, Moon, stars, and planets.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Science, Space
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC_BY | ESO/Yuri Beletsky (ybialets at eso.org) | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Baltic Sea Coast¶
The sandy shore along the Baltic Sea.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Topics: gdansk
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Radomianin | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Barge¶
A long, flat boat that carries goods on rivers.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Dietmar Rabich
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Bishop Dwarf¶
A dwarf statue who asks a church question.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Teal Reverie | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Boat¶
A vehicle that moves on water.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Norbert Nagel | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Bridge¶
A structure that lets people or vehicles cross water.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Technology, Transportation
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | W.carter | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Centennial Hall¶
The Centennial Hall is a huge building that looks like a big tent with a roof. It’s very tall. Inside, you can see different shows, listen to concerts, or watch sports games.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Recreation
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | Taxiarchos228, FAL, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Chopin Monument¶
A large statue in Warsaw’s Łazienki Park dedicated to Frédéric Chopin. It’s also the site of popular open-air piano concerts in summer. (the special tree he is sitting under is a typical polish.. Willow)
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Music, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Warsaw
- Image credit: CC0 | Ethan Doyle White, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Cub¶
A baby lion.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Animal, Science
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Charles J. Sharp | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Cutter¶
A small fishing boat used at sea.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Technology
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Gordon Leggett | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Dwarf Expert¶
A friendly guide who knows all about the dwarfs.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Education, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY | Tomasz Gąsior | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Earth¶
Our home planet with land, air, and water.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science, Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/Apollo 17 crew; taken by either Harrison Schmitt or Ron Evans | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Ecosystem¶
Living things and their home in nature, working together.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Environment, Science
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | XCXNXH | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Eyepiece¶
The small lens you look through on a telescope.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science, Technology
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Telescope
- Image credit: CC_BY | SvonHalenbach | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Fisherman¶
A person who catches fish at sea.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Benh LIEU SONG (Flickr) | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Fishing Net¶
A net used to catch fish.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Technology, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC0 | Jebulon | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Flag of Poland¶
The flag of Poland has white and red horizontal stripes. Poland is famous for scientists like Copernicus and delicious pierogi!
- Rationale: The Polish flag is essential for Polish language learning and cultural identity
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1919
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Poland country
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Footbridge¶
A bridge for people to walk on. No cars.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Basile Morin | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Fryderyk Chopin¶
A famous piano composer from Poland. He wrote beautiful music that sounds like dancing or telling stories. His music makes people feel happy or sad.
- Rationale: Chopin introduces kids to classical music and shows how music can express emotions
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Music, History, Culture
- Year: 1810
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Warsaw
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Gdańsk¶
A port city in Poland on the Baltic Sea.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: gdansk, Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Gdańsk Lighthouse¶
A historic lighthouse that helps ships find the harbor.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Geography, Transportation
- Country: Poland
- Topics: gdansk
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Yanek | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Heliocentric Model¶
The idea that the Sun is in the center and planets go around it.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Science, Space, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | Andreas Cellarius | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Houseboat¶
A boat made to live on.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Kritzolina | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Iglica¶
A tall metal sculpture next to Centennial Hall.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jonashtand | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Jupiter¶
The biggest planet, famous for the Great Red Spot.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Kayak¶
A small boat you paddle.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Recreation, Sport
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | 0x010C
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Keymaster Dwarf¶
A dwarf statue guarding the elevator with a big key.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Pnapora | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
King Sigismund III¶
A king of Poland who built many beautiful buildings in Warsaw. His statue stands on a tall column in the city center.
- Rationale: Historical kings help kids understand how cities were built and developed over time
- Type: Person
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Year: 1566
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | Pieter Soutman, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Lens¶
A clear piece of glass or plastic that bends light.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science, Technology
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Telescope
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Christian David | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Leonardo da Vinci Primary School¶
It’s a friendly place where children learn, create, and explore guided by curiosity, art, and science.
- Type: None
- Subjects: Education
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Main Town Hall¶
A tall town hall with a tower and museum.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Map of Wroklaw¶
A simple map of Wrocław showing the Odra River with its islands and many bridges
- Type: None
- Subjects: Geography
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02), A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Maria Curie¶
A brilliant scientist from Poland who discovered radioactivity. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and won it twice!
- Rationale: Maria Curie inspires kids (especially girls) to pursue science and shows Polish contributions to science
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Science, History
- Year: 1867
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Mars¶
The red planet with dust and big volcanoes.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | ESA & MPS for OSIRIS Team MPS/UPD/LAM/IAA/RSSD/INTA/UPM/DASP/IDA, CC BY-SA 3.0 IGO | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Mercury¶
The closest planet to the Sun; small and very fast.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory/Carnegie Institution of Washington. Edited version of Image:Mercury in color - Prockter07.jpg by Papa Lima Whiskey. | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Mermaid of Warsaw¶
The city’s symbol is a brave mermaid with a sword and shield. You can see her statue by the river.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Warsaw
- Image credit: CC0 | Grzegorz Polak, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Motława River¶
The river that runs through Gdańsk to the sea.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography
- Country: Poland
- Topics: gdansk
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | John Samuel | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Navigation¶
Finding the way at sea using lights, maps, and tools.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Technology, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Necklace¶
A string of beads or shells you wear around your neck.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | W.carter | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Neptune¶
The sea god from old stories.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Culture, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Neptune's Fountain¶
A famous fountain in Gdańsk with the sea god statue.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Nicolaus Copernicus¶
A brilliant scientist from Poland who discovered that the Earth goes around the Sun, not the other way around! This changed how we understand space.
- Rationale: Copernicus teaches kids about scientific discovery and Polish contributions to astronomy
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Science, History, Space
- Year: 1473
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Telescope
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Nicolaus Copernicus’ House¶
It’s now a museum where you can learn about his life and scientific achievements.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Science
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | Pko, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Odra River¶
A big river in western Poland. It helps ships travel and trade.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river, Wroclaw
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Odra river map¶
A simple map that shows the Odra River in Poland and the way it flows to the Baltic Sea
- Type: None
- Subjects: Geography
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Old Town Hall (Wroclaw)¶
A beautiful Gothic building in the main square. It has a famous clock.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Olga Tokarczuk¶
A famous Polish writer who lives in Wrocław.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Literature, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Harald Krichel | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Panorama Racławicka¶
A giant painting all around you about a historic battle.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Art, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Barbara Maliszewska
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Parrot¶
A bright bird that can copy sounds.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Science
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY | Luc Viatour | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Peacock¶
A colorful bird with a big tail of feathers.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Science, Art
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jebulon | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Pierogi Recipe¶
Make a soft dough, fill with mashed potatoes and farmer’s cheese, seal, boil until they float—then pan-fry in butter with onions.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Pierogi Recipe
Planetarium¶
A place where you can see the sky and stars indoors.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Education, Science, Space
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System, Telescope
- Image credit: CC0 | Atelier Hermann Walter
Bernhard Müller († 1930) Karl Walter (* 7. Dezember 1874; † 11. October 1940) | source - Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Polish Dwarf (Wrocław gnomes)¶
Small dwarf statues hide around Wrocław. Finding them is a fun city game.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Year: 1700
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01), The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Polish Pierogi¶
Dumplings filled with things like potato, cheese, or fruit. They are a famous Polish dish.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food, Culture
- Year: 1600
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Pierogi Recipe
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Port¶
A place where ships load and unload.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Transportation, Community, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC_BY | Maxime Raynal from France | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Road Bridge¶
A bridge for cars and buses.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Photographer: Dey.sandip Additional Credit: User Atention for water spot removal. | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Rędziński Bridge¶
The longest cable‑stayed bridge in Poland.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Transportation, Technology
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Olgierd (Creative Commons licensed only) | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Saturn¶
A giant planet with bright rings and many moons.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/JPL-Caltech/SSI/Cornell | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Seagull¶
A sea bird that lives near the coast.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diliff | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Seal¶
A wild sea animal that rests on beaches.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment, Safety
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Charles J. Sharp | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Seashell¶
A hard shell from a sea animal; good for crafts.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Animal, Environment, Art
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Neptune's fountain
- Image credit: CC0 | George Chernilevsky | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Ship¶
A big boat that carries people or goods.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC_BY | Christian Ferrer | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Sign¶
A board with simple facts to help you learn.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Education, Community
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Frank Schulenburg | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Sky Tower Plaza¶
A modern plaza where people meet near the tower.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Community, Recreation
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | JamesYoung8167 | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Solar System¶
The Sun and the eight planets that travel around it.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | Originally uploaded from NASA by Bricktop; edited by Deuar, KFP, TotoBaggins, City303, JCPagc2015 | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Telescope¶
A tool that helps us see far‑away things in the sky.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Science, Technology, Space
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Telescope
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Palonitor | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Torun Town Hall¶
A big Gothic building in Toruń next to the market square.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Geography, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Krzysztof Golik | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Torunian gingerbread¶
a traditional Polish treat made with spices and honey, often shaped in beautiful designs.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Food
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Gingerbread, Pierogi Recipe
- Image credit: CC0 | Marcin Floryan, CC BY 2.5 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5, via Wikimedia Commons | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Toruń¶
A city in Poland where Nicolaus Copernicus was born.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jakub Hałun | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Town Hall¶
The place where city leaders work and meet.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Civics, Community, History
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Krzysztof Golik | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Train Bridge¶
A bridge with tracks for trains.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Transportation, Technology
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Kabelleger / David Gubler | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Tumski Bridge¶
A famous bridge with love locks and gas lanterns.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Geography, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Aw58 | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Uranus¶
A blue‑green planet that spins on its side.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC0 | NASA/JPL-Caltech | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Venus¶
A very hot planet covered by thick clouds.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Space, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Solar System
- Image credit: CC_BY | ESO/Y. Beletsky | source
- Quests: Copernicus and the Solar System (pl_07)
Vistula River¶
Poland’s longest river; it flows to the Baltic Sea.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jakub Hałun | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Vistula River (Wisła)¶
The longest river in Poland is called Wisła or Vistula. It flows through Kraków and Warsaw.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Environment
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river, Wroclaw
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Wars and Sawa¶
Two legendary figures who gave Warsaw its name. Wars was a brave warrior and Sawa was a beautiful mermaid who lived in the Vistula River.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Community, Culture
- Year: 1300
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Warsaw
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: Discover Warszawa (pl_01)
Waves¶
Moving water on the sea.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Environment, Science
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Fisherman
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Roger McLassus | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Wroclaw: Cathedral¶
A big, important church where people pray. You can climb the tower for a view.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wroclaw: Sky Tower¶
One of the tallest buildings in Poland. It has shops and a viewpoint.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Community, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wrocław¶
A city in Poland with rivers, bridges, and history.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, History, Culture
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves, Wroclaw
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Pudelek (Marcin Szala) | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Wrocław Bridges¶
Many bridges cross the Odra River in Wrocław.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Transportation, Community
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Odra river, Wroclaw
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jar.ciurus | source
- Quests: A Voyage on the Odra River (pl_03)
Wrocław Dwarf Statue¶
A small city statue; dwarfs are Wrocław’s symbol.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, Community, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Pnapora | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wrocław Dwarfs¶
Tiny statues across the city that love to play tricks.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Culture, Community, History
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Wroclaw Dwarves
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Matti Blume | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wrocław Flag¶
The city flag that must be found and returned.
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Culture, Community, History
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Wrocław Market Square¶
The main square of the Old Town, full of life.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture, Community, History
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jacek Halicki | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wrocław Multimedia Fountain¶
Water that dances with music and colorful lights.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Culture, Technology, Recreation
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Piotr Walczak & Konradr | source
- Quests: The great Wrocław dwarf rescue (pl_02)
Wrocław Zoo¶
A big zoo in Wrocław with many animals to learn about.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Education, Animal
- Country: Poland
- Topics: wroclaw zoo
- Image credit: CC_BY | Palickap | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Zloty Currency¶
The Polish currency is called the złoty. Coins and notes have Polish symbols.
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Money, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Topics: Pierogi Recipe
- Image credit: CC0 | source
- Quests: Gingerbread & food market (pl_06)
Zoo Director¶
The person who runs the zoo and helps visitors.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Education
- Country: Poland
- Topics: wroclaw zoo
- Image credit: CC0 | USFWS Pacific | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Zoo Keeper¶
A person who cares for animals at the zoo.
- Type: Person
- Subjects: Community, Animal, Education
- Country: Poland
- Topics: wroclaw zoo
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | 좀비 브렌다 | source
- Quests: The Zoo (pl_04)
Żuraw Crane¶
An old port crane and city gate on the river.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: History, Technology, Geography
- Country: Poland
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Jacek Halicki | source
- Quests: The Amber Necklace of Gdańsk (pl_05)
Others¶
Berlin¶
The capital city of Germany.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Germany
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | ArildV | source
Flag of Germany¶
The flag of Germany has three horizontal stripes: black, red, and yellow. Germany is famous for cars, castles, and fairy tales!
- Rationale: The German flag helps kids learn about France's important neighbor country
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1949
- Country: Germany
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00), The neighbors of Poland (pl_00)
Germany¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Berlin.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Germany
- Topics: Countries around France, Poland Countries
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Ansgar Koreng | source
Venus de Milo¶
A beautiful ancient statue of a woman made from white marble. Her arms are missing but she is still considered one of the most beautiful statues ever made.
- Rationale: This statue teaches kids about ancient Greek art and how old things can still be beautiful
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Art, History, Culture
- Year: 130
- Country: Greece
- Topics: Louvre
- Image credit: CC0
Flag of Italy¶
The flag of Italy has three vertical stripes: green, white, and red. The colors look like basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes on pizza!
- Rationale: The Italian flag connection to pizza helps kids remember the colors easily
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1946
- Country: Italy
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Italy¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Rome.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Italy
- Topics: Countries around France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Agnes Monkelbaan | source
Mona Lisa¶
The most famous painting in the world! A woman with a mysterious smile painted by Leonardo da Vinci. She seems to follow you with her eyes.
- Rationale: Kids are fascinated by this mysterious painting and it introduces Renaissance art
- Type: Object
- Subjects: Art, History, Culture
- Year: 1503
- Country: Italy
- Topics: Louvre
- Words: woman
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: Paris! (fr_01)
Rome¶
The capital city of Italy.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Italy
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Dietmar Rabich | source
Flag of Andorra¶
The flag of Andorra has blue, yellow, and red stripes with a coat of arms in the middle. Andorra is a tiny country between France and Spain.
- Rationale: Learning about small countries helps kids understand European diversity
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1866
- Country: Spain
- Image credit: CC0
Flag of Spain¶
The flag of Spain has red and yellow horizontal stripes. The colors are like the sun and peppers! Spain invented flamenco dancing.
- Rationale: The Spanish flag helps kids learn about France's southern neighbor and its vibrant culture
- Type: Concept
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Year: 1981
- Country: Spain
- Topics: Flags of Europe, Countries around France
- Image credit: CC0
- Quests: The neighbors of France (fr_00)
Madrid¶
The capital city of Spain.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Spain
- Image credit: CC_BY | Dmitry Dzhus from London | source
Spain¶
A country in Europe. Capital is Madrid. Spain invented flamenco dancing.
- Type: Place
- Subjects: Geography, Culture
- Country: Spain
- Topics: Countries around France
- Image credit: CC_BY_SA | Diego Delso | source