Jack and the Beanstalk

Once upon a time, a boy named Jack lived with his mother in a little cottage at the edge of a village. They were very poor, and one morning their good old cow, Milky-White, gave no more milk. "We must sell her, Jack," said his mother sadly. "Take her to market and get a good price." On the way, Jack met a funny little old man with a twinkle in his eye. "I will give you five magic beans for your cow," said the old man. "Plant them tonight, and by morning they will reach the sky." Jack thought that sounded wonderful, so he made the trade and hurried home, very pleased with himself.