In the land of money and wealth,
There's an institution that's prime,
It's called the Federal Reserve,
And it's been around for a long time.

They help to regulate currency,
And make sure it's all in check,
They keep it safe and sound,
So there's no need to fret.

But there are some bad guys out there,
Called counterfeiters, oh my,
They try to make fake money,
And they make the real stuff shy.

So the Federal Reserve steps in,
To stop them in their tracks,
They make sure the money's legit,
And that there are no cracks.

Every bill and coin has value,
That's called the face value you see,
It's how much it's worth in dollars,
And it's all legal tender, guaranteed.

Some money's made of precious metal,
Like gold and silver, oh so fine,
These are numismatic treasures,
And they're worth much more than a dime.

And last but not least,
There's something called denomination,
It's how much the bill is worth,
And it's a vital calculation.

So there you have it kids,
A lesson in money and more,
Thanks to the Federal Reserve,
We can buy and trade galore.

Reflections

1. How did the mouse feel at the beginning of the story, and how did he change by the end?
2. What were some of the clever tricks the mouse used to outsmart the cat?
3. How did the mouse's family feel about him before and after he saved them?
4. If you were the mouse, what would you have done differently to defeat the cat?
5. Do you think the mouse would have been able to save his family if he hadn't been brave and clever?