Learning a new language is like starting a new video game. You begin at level one, learn the basic moves, and collect cool new items (words!) along the way. We'll use fun apps like Duolingo and Mondly Kids to make learning Italian feel like playing. Ready to press start?

The first thing you do in any adventure is meet new characters. Knowing how to say hello is your first power-up. It's the key to starting a conversation.

Ciao is a friendly, all-purpose greeting you can use with friends and family at any time of day.

Use this one in the morning and afternoon. It's a little more formal than ciao.

When the sun starts to go down, switch to buonasera.

Next, you'll need to learn how to count. It's useful for everything from counting coins to picking how many scoops of gelato you want! Let's start with the first ten.

The world is full of colour, and Italy is an especially colourful place. Learning the names of colours will help you describe the world around you, from a red Ferrari to the blue sky.

The best way to master these new words is to practise them every day. That’s where the games come in. Apps like Duolingo turn learning into a challenge. You earn points (called XP) for correct answers and build up a 'daily streak' for playing every day. The goal is to keep your streak alive for as long as you can!

Other apps, like Mondly Kids, have an interactive world map. You can tap on different objects and characters to hear how they're said by a native speaker and see a cool illustration. It feels less like a lesson and more like exploring a new world.

Spending just a few minutes each day with these apps will make a huge difference. You'll be surprised how quickly you start remembering your new Italian vocabulary.

Time to check your knowledge with a quick quiz.

Great job completing your first quest. You've learned some of the most important words to get started in Italian. Keep playing every day to level up your skills!