Economics for Kids: Taxes - Lessons from Fable & Fairy Tales (Paperback)

In Rumpelstiltskin, children journey into a whimsical fairy tale world to uncover the hidden magic of taxes! Through this playful adaptation, kids discover how taxes fund schools, hospitals, and roads-essentials that keep any kingdom running smoothly. Along the way, they learn that taxes are not just about collecting coins, but also about creating incentives to do good (like saving money) and penalties to curb poor choices (such as polluting the environment).

By following the royal court's ups and downs, young readers grasp how governments balance budgets, what a surplus can do for a kingdom's future, and how a deficit can help during tough times-while recognizing why too much debt can spell disaster. Part of the fun-filled Economics for Kids series, Rumpelstiltskin takes complex topics like taxation and transforms them into an entertaining story that children can easily relate to.

As they watch characters negotiate deals with the mischievous Rumpelstiltskin, kids will gain insight into the real-life role of taxes and their power to shape communities. Whether reading at home or in the classroom, this captivating tale encourages smart financial thinking, reminding children that by contributing to society, everyone can live "happily ever after."