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Is it really free?

Someone always pays for what we use

Level 1: Money basics · from age 6 · 2 minutes · 3 Kesho Stars

The story

Zawadi fills a cup at the tap. “Water is free!” she says. Her big brother laughs.

The big idea

Lots of things feel free, but someone pays. Families pay for water, electricity and rent. Taxes pay for roads and public schools.

Ask at home

Walk around home with your child and name three things your family pays for every month.

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