The Price Tag and the Cookie

Mia goes to the supermarket after school.

She wants to buy cookies, but the price is high today.

The store puts a red tag on the box.

It says "Special Price: 5 dollars".

Mia stops and looks at the tag.

She remembers the old price was 6 dollars.

"One dollar less is still money," she thinks.

Her mother says, "Buy it if you really like it." Mia puts the cookies back on the shelf.

She takes a cheaper bag instead.

At the checkout, she feels happy and smart.

At home, Mia sees her grandmother.

Her grandmother is old and needs help every day.

Mia helps her walk to the chair.

Then she gives her a glass of water.

Her grandmother smiles and says, "Thank you, Mia." Mia thinks about the supermarket.

Saving one dollar is good.

But helping family is better.

Many old people need care, and small acts help a lot.