Once upon a time in a far-off landlocked kingdom, there was a species of tiny creatures called the Peaties. They lived in the bogs and swamps, weaving their homes from peat and living off the plants that surrounded them. One day, a legend began to spread amongst the Peaties about a mysterious creature that lived in a nearby loch. The creature, they said, was so big that it could be heard using its powerful sonar, echoing through the swampy bogs. But when a group of Peaties went to investigate, they discovered that the creature was just a hoax made up by a mischievous bale of hay. The Peaties had a good laugh and continued with their peaceful lives in the swamp. The end.

Reflections

1. What kind of creatures are the Peaties?
2. What was the legend about the creature in the loch?
3. How did the Peaties find out the creature was a hoax?
4. How did the Peaties feel when they realized it was a hoax?
5. Why do you think the bale of hay made up the story about the creature in the loch?