In the story of Jack and the Beanstalk, a young boy named Jack lives with his poor mother. One day, he trades their only cow for a handful of magical beans. When he plants the beans, they grow into a giant beanstalk that reaches high into the sky. Curious and adventurous, Jack climbs the beanstalk to discover a giant's castle in the clouds. In the giant's castle, Jack finds treasures, including a golden goose that lays golden eggs and a magical harp. However, the giant soon discovers Jack's presence. After several daring encounters, Jack escapes down the beanstalk, bringing back riches to his mother and living happily ever after.