Once upon a time, there was a little mouse named Max. Max lived in a cozy little house with his family, but he was always curious about the world outside. One day, he decided to grab his trusty map and set out on an adventure.

As he traveled, he met all sorts of interesting creatures. He met a monkey who showed him how to climb trees, and a friendly monster who taught him how to roar. But Max's favorite part of his journey was when he reached the top of a tall hill and saw the moon shining bright in the sky.

As the night went on, Max grew tired and decided to head back home. When he returned, he found that he had left a big mess in his house. His mom was very upset, so Max decided to use the mop and mat he had brought back to clean up the mess.

After cleaning, Max was very hungry so he asked his mom for some milk. His mom was happy to see that Max had cleaned up and gave him a glass of cold milk.

Max was very happy and contented, and he couldn't wait to tell his family and friends all about his amazing adventure. From that day on, Max was known as the bravest and most adventurous mouse in the land.

The end.

Reflections

1. What kind of adventure did Max go on?
2. Who did Max meet on his journey and what did they teach him?
3. What was Max's favorite part of his adventure?
4. Why was Max's mom upset when he returned home?
5. How did Max make amends for leaving a mess in his house?