Hidden Cash in the Attic Interactive Worksheet • Level 3

Title: The Attic Legend — A Family Finds $46,000

A family in Massachusetts had a family story. The story said someone hid money in their old house. Before selling the house, they wanted to check. They called a treasure hunter named Keith Wille to help.

In 2021, Keith searched the attic. First he used a metal detector. Then he used a small camera on a long wire to look between the floorboards. On the screen, he saw a tiny metal slot. It looked like a keyhole.

Keith carefully lifted a loose board. He found a gray metal lockbox. Inside the box were neat bundles of cash with paper straps. The family counted the money. It was $46,000. Many bills were old—some from the 1930s and 1950s.

The family was surprised and happy. The attic legend was true. The money was probably hidden long ago by someone who didn’t trust banks during the Great Depression.

Karen: Thanks for coming, Keith. Our family heard there was money in the attic.

Keith: I’m glad to help. I’ll check the floor first.

Karen: Do you think the story is true?

Keith: Maybe. Let’s look and see.

Keith: The metal detector is quiet… I’ll try the small camera.

Karen: What do you see?

Keith: A tiny slot—like a keyhole.

Karen: In our floor?

Keith: I’ll lift this board… Got it. There’s a gray box.

Karen: Is there anything inside?

Keith: Yes—bundles of cash with paper straps.

Karen: I can’t believe it!

Keith: Let’s count it together.

Karen: Forty-six thousand dollars. The legend was true.

Keith: Congratulations. What a find.

Karen: Thank you for your help!