Once upon a time, in a dense forest filled with deciduous and coniferous trees, there lived a group of fungi. They lived a complex life, playing important role in the ecosystem by breaking down dead plant matter and enriching soil.
One day, as they were busy doing their job, they noticed that many species of animals around them were becoming endangered. The fungi knew they had to do something about it.
So, they gathered for a meeting. One of the fungi, who was known for his vast knowledge of definitions, suggested using the scat (feces) of the animals to spread their seed and help them reproduce.
The other fungi were skeptical, but the knowledgeable fungus explained that each type of scat contains different types of nutrients that would help the seeds grow into healthy plants.
And so, the fungi journeyed to the canopy of the old-growth forest and started their mission. They carefully selected the right type of scat for each species and spread the seeds.
In no time, the forest was filled with an abundance of thriving plants and animals. The fungi had saved the day and become heroes of the forest.
From that day on, the fungi were known as the Scat-Spreaders, and their definition of success was measured by the thriving ecosystem they helped create.

Reflections

1. What was the problem in the forest?
2. How did the fungi help solve the problem?
3. What was the role of scat in the story?
4. Why were the fungi considered heroes of the forest?
5. Can you think of other ways the fungi could have helped the endangered species?