Once upon a time, there was an inventor named Max. Max loved to create new instruments to measure temperature and other things. One day, he heard a legend about a magical bridle that could control the weather. Max decided he had to try to invent this bridle. He worked tirelessly, using all sorts of materials, until he finally created a bridle made of fishhooks. When he put it on, he was shocked to see that it actually worked! The bridle controlled the temperature with perfect precision. Max was so proud of his invention that he showed it off to everyone he knew. From that day on, the legend of Max and his elaborate bridle spread far and wide, inspiring other inventors to keep creating amazing things.

Reflections

1. How does Max feel about his invention?
2. What is the legend about the bridle and why did Max want to invent it?
3. Why was Max surprised when he put on the bridle?
4. Why do you think the story of Max and the bridle spread so quickly?
5. What do you think inspired Max to be an inventor?