Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Max who loved to go on adventures. One day, he decided to take a trip on his bike. He packed a bag with some snacks and water and set off down the road.

As he was riding, he came to a crossroads. He wasn't sure which way to go, so he stopped to think. Suddenly, an agent appeared out of nowhere and offered to help. The agent said that he knew of a great mechanic who could fix Max's bike if it needed any repairs.

Max was grateful for the agent's help and decided to follow him. They rode for a few miles until they reached the mechanic's shop. The mechanic was a kind man who fixed Max's bike in no time. He even gave Max a map to show him the right way to go.

Max was excited to continue his trip, but there was a delay. The mechanic warned him that there was a storm coming and it would be best to wait it out. Max was disappointed, but he knew the mechanic was right. He decided to spend the night at the shop and set off in the morning when the storm had passed.

The next day, Max set off on his trip. He followed the map and had many exciting adventures along the way. He met new friends, explored new places, and had the time of his life.

Years later, Max looked back on that trip and smiled. He was grateful for the agent and the mechanic who had helped him get started on his journey. He knew that the delay had been just what he needed to have the best trip ever.

The end.

Reflections

1. What was Max's goal in taking a trip on his bike?
2. Who helped Max when he was at the crossroads and why was it important?
3. Why did Max have to delay his trip and where did he spend the night?
4. What kind of adventures did Max have on his trip?
5. How do you think Max felt at the end of his trip?