A mysterious message has arrived at your school from a secret international organization called L'Académie des Explorateurs (The Academy of Explorers). They are recruiting the next generation of global citizens — but only those who can prove they understand why French matters in the modern world. To earn your invitation, students must unlock five sealed dossiers, each hiding a code. Collect all five codes to unlock the Academy's vault and claim your place among the world's future leaders, diplomats, scientists, and artists. The clock is ticking. Bonne chance!
Your first task is to read about some of the people and things that the French-speaking world has contributed to humanity. The readings are in French - but don't worry, you already can understand much more than you think!
Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Marie Skłodowska-Curie est une scientifique célèbre. Elle étudie la radioactivité et travaille dans un laboratoire. Elle est une personne importante dans l’histoire scientifique. Elle a gagné 2 Prix Nobel pour la physique et la chimie.
Le TGV
Le TGV est un train rapide en France. Il transporte des passagers entre des grandes destinations comme Paris et Marseille. C’est un système de transport moderne et confortable.
Le LouvreLe Louvre est un grand musée à Paris. Il présente des collections d’art international. Il y a des peintures et des sculptures très fameux dans le musée. C’est un monument historique très touristique.
NapoléonNapoléon est un général et un empereur célèbre. Il organise une grande nation et dirige une armée. Il est une figure historique importante.
Le Tour de FranceLe Tour de France est une compétition sportive importante. Les cyclistes participent à une course internationale. C’est un événement très populaire en France.
Céline DionCéline Dion est une chanteuse canadienne célèbre. Elle chante des chansons internationales avec une voix fantastique. Elle est une artiste très populaire.
Léopold Sédar SenghorLéopold Sédar Senghor est un président et un poète célèbre. Il participe à la politique en Sénégale et à la culture. Il est une figure importante dans l’histoire africaine.
Match the image with the description based on what you read.
Great work!The first letter of the secret code word is:
Le Monde Francophone
France isn't the only place where French is spoken and used! More than 300 million people speak French, and it's an official language in 29 countries! Can you find 10 of them?
Great work!The second letter of the secret code word is:
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An international organization of countries that promotes international peace, security and cooperation.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An intergovernmental organization that agrees to defend its members against attacks by third parties.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An agency of the United Nations that works to promote public health around the world.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An international organization that promotes global financial stability and economic growth.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
The organization that sets up and runs a major international sporting competition.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An organization of 27 European countries sharing common economic, social, and security policies.
Great work!The third letter of the secret code word is:
Watch the video and answer the questions on the next page.
Great work!The fourth letter of the secret code word is:
You know more French than you think!
English has many words that come from the French language. Some of them have become standard English wordsm pronounced in an English way - but some phrases are used in French. How much French do you already know? Guess the French words and phrases based on the definitions on the next 5 slides.
When a government is overthrown.
That feeling you get that you've done this before...
Have a good trip!
When you make a social mistake
And there you have it!
Great work!The final letter of the secret code word is:
You've completed the tasks - now type in the code to unlock your invitation!
You are looking for:
- Canada
- Belgium
- France
- Monaco
- Haiti
- Ivory Coast
- Senegal
- Cameroon
- Rwanda
- Madagascar
Hint: In the word search, you will find 2 North American countries 3 European countries 5 African countries
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A mysterious message has arrived at your school from a secret international organization called L'Académie des Explorateurs (The Academy of Explorers). They are recruiting the next generation of global citizens — but only those who can prove they understand why French matters in the modern world. To earn your invitation, students must unlock five sealed dossiers, each hiding a code. Collect all five codes to unlock the Academy's vault and claim your place among the world's future leaders, diplomats, scientists, and artists. The clock is ticking. Bonne chance!
Your first task is to read about some of the people and things that the French-speaking world has contributed to humanity. The readings are in French - but don't worry, you already can understand much more than you think!
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Marie Skłodowska-Curie est une scientifique célèbre. Elle étudie la radioactivité et travaille dans un laboratoire. Elle est une personne importante dans l’histoire scientifique. Elle a gagné 2 Prix Nobel pour la physique et la chimie.
Le TGV Le TGV est un train rapide en France. Il transporte des passagers entre des grandes destinations comme Paris et Marseille. C’est un système de transport moderne et confortable.
Le LouvreLe Louvre est un grand musée à Paris. Il présente des collections d’art international. Il y a des peintures et des sculptures très fameux dans le musée. C’est un monument historique très touristique.
NapoléonNapoléon est un général et un empereur célèbre. Il organise une grande nation et dirige une armée. Il est une figure historique importante.
Le Tour de FranceLe Tour de France est une compétition sportive importante. Les cyclistes participent à une course internationale. C’est un événement très populaire en France.
Céline DionCéline Dion est une chanteuse canadienne célèbre. Elle chante des chansons internationales avec une voix fantastique. Elle est une artiste très populaire.
Léopold Sédar SenghorLéopold Sédar Senghor est un président et un poète célèbre. Il participe à la politique en Sénégale et à la culture. Il est une figure importante dans l’histoire africaine.
Match the image with the description based on what you read.
Great work!The first letter of the secret code word is:
Le Monde Francophone
France isn't the only place where French is spoken and used! More than 300 million people speak French, and it's an official language in 29 countries! Can you find 10 of them?
Great work!The second letter of the secret code word is:
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An international organization of countries that promotes international peace, security and cooperation.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An intergovernmental organization that agrees to defend its members against attacks by third parties.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An agency of the United Nations that works to promote public health around the world.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An international organization that promotes global financial stability and economic growth.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
The organization that sets up and runs a major international sporting competition.
French is the official language of many international organizations. Can you guess the name of each organization?
An organization of 27 European countries sharing common economic, social, and security policies.
Great work!The third letter of the secret code word is:
Watch the video and answer the questions on the next page.
Great work!The fourth letter of the secret code word is:
You know more French than you think!
English has many words that come from the French language. Some of them have become standard English wordsm pronounced in an English way - but some phrases are used in French. How much French do you already know? Guess the French words and phrases based on the definitions on the next 5 slides.
When a government is overthrown.
That feeling you get that you've done this before...
Have a good trip!
When you make a social mistake
And there you have it!
Great work!The final letter of the secret code word is:
You've completed the tasks - now type in the code to unlock your invitation!
You are looking for:
Hint: In the word search, you will find 2 North American countries 3 European countries 5 African countries