Determining the Author's Purpose

In a small town surrounded by mountains lived a young boy named Tommy who loved to explore. Every weekend, Tommy would set off on little adventures, discovering hidden paths, sparkling streams, and secret places in the woods. He often shared stories about his discoveries with his friends and family. One day, he found a mysterious old map tucked inside a tree trunk. The map seemed to lead to a hidden treasure somewhere in the mountains. Filled with excitement, Tommy decided he would follow it the next weekend. He imagined what the treasure could be. His friends wondered if the treasure was gold or diamonds, while his sister thought it might be something magical. Tommy smiled, knowing that the real treasure was the adventures along the way and the stories that would come from them.