Monte Bianco e montagne (fr_08)

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• Version: 1.00

• Status: Development

• Location: France - Alpi del Rodano

• Difficulty: Normal

• Duration (min): 15

Design Notes

## Game Design Notes

Prepare for an alpine adventure! Help The cat select the right gear for changing weather as he climbs Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps, and learn about the countries that surround it.

Mission
The player must guide Cat up a winding path to the summit of Mont Blanc. The ascent is divided into sections with different weather conditions (wind, snow, bright sun). At each section, the player must open Cat's backpack and choose the correct clothing to proceed safely. The quest culminates in a flag-placing puzzle at the peak, followed by a fun bobsled ride down.

Location
Mont Blanc, French Alps - Mountain peak

Knowledge Content

• Geography:
  • Know that Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps mountain range, with a height of 4807m.
  • Identify France's neighboring countries visible from the mountain: Switzerland and Italy.
• Vocabulary (Mountains & Weather): Learn terms like mountain, peak, snow, ice, sun, and wind in a practical context.
• Vocabulary (Preparation & Activities):
  • Learn the names of essential clothing for a cold environment.
  • See examples of mountain activities like skiing, climbing, and hiking.

Flow

Base Camp - The Preparation: The quest starts at a base camp at the foot of Mont Blanc. The Mountain Guide greets Cat.

• Guide: "Bonjour, mountaineer! Ready to climb Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps? The weather on the mountain can change quickly, so you must be prepared. I've packed your bag with all the essential gear. I'm also entrusting you with these three flags to place at the summit. Let's begin!"
  • The player is shown the backpack UI, filled with the 5 clothing items.

The Ascent - A Series of Challenges: The player starts moving up a winding path.

• Challenge 1 (The Windy Pass): The environment becomes windy (visual effects and sound). The Cat shivers.
  • Guide's Voice-over: "Brrr, that wind is biting! Open your backpack and put on something to protect yourself. You should have a coat and a hat."
    • Puzzle: The player must open the backpack UI and select the Coat and Scarf. Once selected, the Cat puts them on, and can proceed.
  • Challenge 2 (The Snow Line): It begins to snow heavily. Along this part of the path, the player sees NPCs skiing.
    • Guide's Voice-over: "Snow! It's beautiful but cold. You'll need your warmest layers now!"
    • Puzzle: The player must open the backpack and select the Hat and Gloves.
  • Challenge 3 (The Sun-Glacier): The path crosses a wide, snowy field where the sun is intensely bright. The player sees NPCs hiking with poles and sunglasses.
    • Guide's Voice-over: "The sun's reflection on the snow can be blinding! Protect your eyes."
    • Puzzle: The player must select the Sunglasses.

The Summit: The player reaches the peak. The view is spectacular. A signpost reads "Mont Blanc: 4807m". The Mountain Guide is waiting for them. Near the sign are three empty flagpoles.

Final Challenge - Placing the Flags:

• Guide: "You made it! Welcome to the top of the Alps! From here, we can see into France, Italy, and Switzerland. Show me you know your geography. Place the flags on the correct poles!"
  • The Guide gives the player the first flag (France), then the second (Switzerland) and then the last one (Italy). Hint?
  • Puzzle: The player is shown the three flags. They must drag each flag and drop it onto the correctly labeled pole (France, Italy, Switzerland).

Final Assessment

1. What is the name of the mountain range where Mont Blanc is located?
   • Answer: The Alps
   • The Pyrenees
   • The Apennines
2. How high is Mont Blanc?
   • Answer: 4807 meters
   • 3705 meters
   • 4016 meters
3. Which countries can you see from the top of Mont Blanc?
   • Answer: Italy, France and Switzerland
   • Italy, Austria, France
   • Germany, France, Switzerland

Topics

mont blanc

Open topic page

• Importance: Medium
• Country: France
• Target age: Ages6to10

Core Card - Monte Bianco

La montagna più alta dell'Europa occidentale. Coperta di neve tutto l'anno.

• Type: Place
• Subjects: Geography, Environment

Connection (RelatedTo) - Guida alpina

Una persona che aiuta le persone ad arrampicarsi in sicurezza.

• Type: Person
• Subjects: Community, Safety, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Vento

Aria in movimento che può risultare forte in montagna.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Weather, Environment

Connection (RelatedTo) - Vertice

La cima di una montagna.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Geography, Environment, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Alpi

Un'alta catena montuosa in Europa.

• Type: Place
• Subjects: Geography, Environment

Connection (RelatedTo) - Montagna

I pilastri della terra

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Environment, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Nevicare

Acqua ghiacciata che cade quando fa freddo.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Weather, Environment, Science

Connection (RelatedTo) - Ghiaccio

Acqua ghiacciata che può essere molto scivolosa.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Weather, Environment, Science

mountain tools

Open topic page

what we need to stay ssafe in the mountain

• Importance: Medium
• Country: International
• Target age: Ages6to10

Core Card - Montagna

I pilastri della terra

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Environment, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Guanti

Coperture calde per le tue mani.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather

Connection (RelatedTo) - Cappello

Un berretto caldo per la testa.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather

Connection (RelatedTo) - Zaino

Una borsa che porti sulla schiena.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Recreation, Transportation, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Corda

Una linea robusta utilizzata per la sicurezza durante l'arrampicata.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Safety, Technology, Sport

Connection (RelatedTo) - Ramponi

Impugnature metalliche appuntite da fissare agli scarponi per usare il ghiaccio.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Safety, Technology, Sport

Connection (RelatedTo) - Sciarpa

Un panno caldo da indossare intorno al collo.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather

Connection (RelatedTo) - Occhiali da sole

Occhiali che proteggono gli occhi dalla luce intensa.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather

mountain activities

Open topic page

• Importance: Medium
• Country: International
• Target age: Ages6to10

Core Card - Montagna

I pilastri della terra

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Environment, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Guida alpina

Una persona che aiuta le persone ad arrampicarsi in sicurezza.

• Type: Person
• Subjects: Community, Safety, Education

Connection (RelatedTo) - Escursionismo

Camminare sui sentieri immersi nella natura.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Recreation, Sport, Environment

Connection (RelatedTo) - Arrampicata

Salire su rocce o ghiaccio con attrezzatura speciale.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Sport, Safety, Recreation

Connection (RelatedTo) - Sciare

Scivolare sulla neve con gli sci.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Sport, Recreation

Additional Cards

Bob

Una slitta veloce usata per scivolare sul ghiaccio.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Sport, Recreation

Cappotto

Una giacca calda per il clima freddo.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Health, Safety, Weather

Ghiacciaio

Ghiaccio lento che si trova sulle alte montagne.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Geography, Science, Environment

Marmotta

Un animale di montagna peloso che fischia.

• Type: Object
• Subjects: Animal, Environment, Science

Sole

Luce intensa che può riflettersi sulla neve.

• Type: Concept
• Subjects: Science, Weather, Environment

Quest Script

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Credits

• Anne (France) (content)
• Lucie Paillat (France) (content, design)
• Stefano Cecere (Italy) (development)
• Valeria Passarella (Italy) (design)