Trying to Lure a Very Hungry Elephant

Thankfully for the villagers, a few people in the crowd had the right connections when it came to elephant-approved snacks. They threw their resources together and rolled in truckloads of treats they were pretty sure she would not be able to ignore. Think of it as a homemade sampler platter of “Elephant Favorites.”

The trucks were loaded with bananas, herbs, vegetables, and a whole spread of goodies she already loved. The idea was simple, the buffet would lure her in and give her the extra fuel she needed, too. Now they just had to get her to actually spot the feast. If only someone had a dinner bell the size of a satellite dish. Everyone waited, holding their breath, to see whether the plan would pay off.