Alexander spent all his money. How he spent it did not make him happy. Sometimes we buy things we think we need instead of saving for something we really need or want. Alexander learned that to save money is hard. Sometimes deciding the best way to use our money can also be hard.
Every person has different ideas about how to use money.
Before you begin to read the story with your children, look at the cover of the book with them. Ask what they think the story will be about. As you read the story with your children, talk about these ideas. Talk about all the ways Alexander used his money. Ask your child what he or she has spent money for and then wished he or she had not spent it.