Once upon a time, there was a cute little dog named Max. Max loved to go on adventures and explore new places. One day, he heard that there was a big elephant named Ellie who lived on an island far away. Max was very curious and wanted to meet Ellie.

Max went to the nearby port and asked a kind boat captain if he could take him to the island where Ellie lived. The boat captain said yes and soon Max was on his way to the island.

When Max finally arrived, he was amazed by all the beautiful sights he saw. But most of all, he was excited to finally meet Ellie. Max searched all over the island, but he couldn't find her. Just when he was about to give up, he heard a loud trumpeting sound. It was Ellie!

Max ran as fast as he could towards the sound and finally found Ellie. She was sitting under a big tree, eating her favorite treat: ice cream. Max was so happy to finally meet her and was even more excited when Ellie offered him a taste of her ice cream.

Max and Ellie became great friends, and they spent the whole day playing and exploring the island together. Max was very sad when it was time for him to leave, but Ellie promised that he could come back and visit her anytime.

Max went back to the boat and waved goodbye to Ellie, who was standing on the shore. Max was happy and content, knowing that he had made a new friend, and that he had the best day ever!

Reflections

1. Why did Max want to go to the island to meet Ellie?
2. How did Max feel when he finally met Ellie?
3. What did Max and Ellie do together on the island?
4. How did Max feel when it was time for him to leave the island?
5. What did Ellie promise Max before he left the island?