Once upon a time, there was a kind maple tree named Maple. Maple loved to make syrup, but found it difficult to get the syrup to the right place. One day, Maple had an idea. They asked their friends, the steam and the spout, for help. Together, they created a system where the steam would heat the syrup, and the spout would pour it into a tap. People from far and wide came to taste Maple's delicious syrup, and Maple was so happy to share it with everyone. The end.

Reflections

1. What was Maple's problem and how did they solve it?
2. How did the steam and spout help Maple?
3. Why was Maple happy at the end of the story?
4. Can you think of another way Maple could have gotten its syrup to people?