Once upon a time, Max and his family went on a fishing trip. Max was excited, but he was also a bit worried about his fishy friend, Sharkdog. What if Sharkdog couldn’t find his way back home? Max waved goodbye to his fishy friend and giggled, feeling like a fishing pro.
Max’s mom gave him some tips on how to fish properly. She said, “Stand straight, keep your eyes up, and shoulders forward.” But Max thought fishing was more about relaxing on a deck with the wind in his hair.
Suddenly, Max saw Sharkdog in the water and was happy to see him. But wait, there was another shark! Max was confused. Was it a friend or a real shark? Max’s mom reminded him that sharks are usually friendly unless they feel threatened.
Max’s family joked about catching a big shark, but Max knew he didn’t want to hurt any sharks. He loved studying them and wanted to be friends with them. Max shouted, “Sharkdog, no!” when he saw Sharkdog near the real shark.
Max’s mom tried to catch the shark, but Max stopped her. He said, “He might be a shark, but he’s also my friend.” Max knew that sharks are not dangerous if you treat them kindly.
In the end, Max saved Sharkdog, and they were happy to be together. Max’s mom said it was their first and last family fishing trip. Max laughed and said, “You saved us, Sharkdog! I thought I was going to lose you for a second.” Sharkdog and Max promised to be friends forever.
Did you know that starfish aren’t really fish? They are sea creatures that live in the ocean, just like sharks and Sharkdog!
And that’s the story of Max, Sharkdog, and their fishing adventure. Remember, it’s always important to be kind to animals and treat them with respect!
Shark and Fish Observation: Take a trip to a local aquarium or watch a documentary about marine life. Observe the different types of fish and sharks. Draw a picture of your favorite fish or shark and write a sentence about why you like it. Think about how Max felt when he saw the real shark and Sharkdog. How would you feel if you saw a shark in real life?
Fishing Role Play: Set up a pretend fishing game at home using a stick, string, and paper fish. Practice the fishing tips Max’s mom gave him: “Stand straight, keep your eyes up, and shoulders forward.” Imagine you are on a fishing trip like Max. What would you do if you saw a shark? Discuss with a friend or family member how you would treat the shark kindly.
Animal Kindness Pledge: Create a kindness pledge for animals. Write down three ways you can be kind to animals, just like Max was kind to Sharkdog. Decorate your pledge with drawings of your favorite animals. Share your pledge with your class or family and talk about why it’s important to treat animals with respect.
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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I know he needs his time in the water, but what if he can’t find his way back? Bye-bye, fishy! [giggles] But when it comes to fishing, I’m… I’m a pro.
Hey, rookie! The only thing you’ll catch with that stance is a backache. Now, stand straight, eyes up, shoulders forward. Oh, you go ahead. My idea of fishing is lounging on a deck with the wind in my hair.
[Mom] Right, Mia? – [splashes] – Huh? Sharkdog? Sharkdog! Am I glad to see you. Sharkdog’s back! Wait a minute. If you’re there, then who’s… [Max] Ah! Full shark! No danger. Shark is a friend.
What? Sharkdog, that’s no friend! That’s a real shark! Sharkdog, real shark! [growls] When I said be a shark for a day, I didn’t mean for real! [Max] Sharks are cool and all, but that one’s dangerous.
But Max is a friend and shark is a friend? [whimpers] What? I got a bite. I got a bite! Oh! Huh? Shark? No way! Now, no need to panic. Sharks don’t bother humans unless provoked.
Shark ahoy! It’s now a shark hunting trip, you timid sea creature! Time to catch us some real big fish! She’s kidding, right? Man, I hope so. I study sharks, not hunt them. I’m coming for you, giant fish! [laughs] [Max] Sharkdog, no!
Wow, a second shark? Two for the price of one! Whoa! [growls] Oh! [groans] [screaming] – [groans] – [Mia] Fishy! You know, sweetie, technically, starfish aren’t fish at all.
Really not the time, Steve. Right. Sorry. [grunts] I’ve got to save Sharkdog! Whoa! Stop! Watch the wheel. This shark is mine. No! Wait! He might be a shark, but he’s also my friend.
Ah, sharks are not your friend, kiddo! If they take you out to dinner, you are dinner. – And I’ve got the leg to prove it! – [both scream] Free shark friend. [shrieks] Friend? [Sharkdog gasps] – [thuds] – [both grunting] – [thuds] – [groaning] [whimpers] Max, my friend! [whimpers]
Well, like my grandparent used to say, the ones that hurt the most are the ones that get away. And they should know, because they had two wooden legs. [Mom exhales] That ends the first and last family fishing trip.
– You okay, Max? – Never been better, Mom. You saved us, Sharkdog! I thought I was gonna lose you for a second. Max, my friend… forever? – Yup, forever. – Yup, yup! [Max] Wait for us! – I mean… me. – Mmm.
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This version removes any inappropriate language or potentially sensitive content while maintaining the essence of the dialogue.
