Books About Lost Items

The Best Lost Items Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about lost items? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 7 Favorite Books About Lost Items

Stop That Ball!
Sale price
$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1959

Stop That Ball!

By Mike McClintock, Fritz Siebel (Illustrator) · I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books series

A boy's wild chase for a runaway ball leads to unexpected chaos.

62 pages· 1,139 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 541 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Join a young boy on a whirlwind chase as his bouncing ball leads him through a series of hilarious and unexpected escapades. With lively rhymes and colorful illustrations, each turn of the page brings new surprises and laughter. Will he ever catch his elusive ball, or will the adventure take him somewhere he never imagined? Dive into this delightful tale where every bounce brings a new twist, perfect for young readers eager for fun and excitement.
The Missing Mitten Mystery
Sale price
$1924
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 1974

The Missing Mitten Mystery

By Steven Kellogg

A lost mitten leads to a snowy adventure and a surprising discovery.

32 pages· 360 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 1,215 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Annie and her dog, Oscar, embark on a snowy quest to find her missing red mitten. As they search through sledding hills and snow castles, wild theories arise—could an eagle or a mouse have taken it? As night falls, hope dims, but a glimpse of red outside the window might hold the answer. Will Annie solve the mitten mystery before winter's chill sets in? Join this whimsical journey filled with imagination and unexpected surprises.
Nate the Great Saves the King of Sweden
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1997

Nate the Great Saves the King of Sweden

By Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, Marc Simont (Illustrator) · Book #19 in the Nate the Great series

Can Nate solve an international mystery without leaving home?

80 pages· 2,242 words· Est. 25 min read
3.9 Goodreads · 404 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Nate the Great faces his toughest challenge yet: solving an international mystery from his own neighborhood. Rosamond lost something in Scandinavia, but she can't remember what or where. If Nate doesn't help, she'll ask the King of Sweden. Can Nate crack the case without crossing the ocean?
Clifford's Busy Week
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$379
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

Clifford's Busy Week

By Norman Bridwell

Clifford's favorite toy is missing. Can he find it before the day ends?

32 pages· 569 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 281 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Clifford and Emily Elizabeth embark on a playful adventure to find Mr. Squeaky, Clifford's beloved toy mouse. As they retrace their steps from the past week, each location holds a clue, but will they uncover the mystery before the day is over? Join them in a heartwarming journey that highlights the power of determination and the impact of Clifford's BIG ideas on making the world a better place. Can Clifford's search teach us all a lesson in kindness and perseverance?
The Lost and Found
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$1498
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998

The Lost and Found

By Mark Teague

Two boys follow a girl into a mysterious lost-and-found bin. What awaits them inside?

32 pages· 927 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 139 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Wendell, Floyd, and Mona dive into a lost-and-found bin, only to discover a cavern of forgotten treasures and dangers. As they search for Mona's lucky hat, they encounter mummies and dinosaur bones. Can they retrieve the hat and return to school unscathed, or will they remain lost forever?
The Classroom Pet
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$379
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

The Classroom Pet

By Grace Maccarone, Betsy Lewin (Illustrator) · First-Grade Friends series

A classroom pet vanishes under a student's watch.

32 pages· 161 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.3 Goodreads · 64 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Sam faces a holiday dilemma when the class hermit crab vanishes under his watch. As panic sets in, can he find the elusive creature before school resumes? Join the adventure and discover if Sam can solve the mystery in time.
Great Power, No Responsibility
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Great Power, No Responsibility

By Steve Foxe, Shadia Amin (Illustrator)

A pig with spider powers must track down a lost key to the city before it falls into the wrong hands

80 pages· 2,872 words· Est. 32 min read
3.8 Goodreads · 349 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Spider-Ham, the quirky hero of New York, receives the key to the city but accidentally loses it. As he retraces his steps, he faces rooftop chases, magical mansions, and more. Can he recover the key before it falls into the wrong hands? Join Spider-Ham on a hilarious, action-packed quest filled with unexpected twists and turns. Will he outsmart the villains and save the day, or will his absent-mindedness lead to chaos? Dive into this laugh-out-loud adventure to find out!
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