Once upon a time, there was an annual aquatics competition in the kingdom of Gladiators. The best gladiators from all around the world came to compete in various water sports. One day, a small but determined gladiator named Max took an oath to win the competition and prove that he was the best of them all.

Max trained hard every day with perseverance and determination. He practiced different strokes, dives, and turns to excel in the competition. On the day of the competition, Max was nervous but ready to show his skills. The first event was a freestyle race, and Max gave it his all. He swam faster than ever before, determined to win.

As the competition continued, Max faced many challenges, but he never lost his sense of humor. He made silly faces at his competitors and even tried to distract them with jokes. Despite all this, Max's perseverance and determination paid off, and he won the competition!

The crowd cheered as Max was awarded the trophy for being the champion of the annual aquatics competition. Max learned that with hard work, determination, and a little bit of humor, anything is possible!

Reflections

• What is the name of the gladiator in the story and what is he determined to do?
• How does Max show his determination and perseverance during the competition?
• Why was Max nervous before the competition?
• What did Max learn from the competition?
• Why did Max use humor during the competition?