Once upon a time in Europe, there was a predator that threatened many animals. Some of these animals were endangered and close to becoming extinct. One day, the animals decided to go on an adventure to find a place where they could live safely without any danger from the predator. They traveled far and wide, until they finally discovered California.

California was a beautiful place with many different animals and birds. The animals settled down happily in California, but they soon realized that they needed to do something to help the endangered animals. They formed a breeding program to help increase the numbers of the endangered animals.

One of the animals that was helped was the albatross. This bird had been in trouble for a long time, but with the help of the breeding program, it was able to increase its numbers and thrive once again.

Another animal that was helped was the great auk. This bird was also close to becoming extinct, but with the help of the breeding program, it was able to increase its numbers and live happily in California.

The kakapo was another animal that was helped. This bird was also close to becoming extinct, but with the help of the breeding program, it was able to increase its numbers and live happily in California.

Finally, the condor was helped too. This bird was also close to becoming extinct, but with the help of the breeding program, it was able to increase its numbers and live happily in California.

And so, the animals and birds lived happily ever after in California, safe from the predator and no longer endangered.

Reflections

1. What kind of animals and birds were helped in the breeding program?
2. Why did the animals go on an adventure to find a new place to live?
3. How did the breeding program help the endangered animals and birds?
4. What happened to the predator that threatened the animals in Europe?
5. Was the journey to California a good decision for the endangered animals and birds?