Books like Lost and Found by Bill Harley
Justin’s beloved hat, hand‑stitched by his grandmother, goes missing in the bustling chaos of his school day. With time ticking down to her visit, he turns to Mr. Rumkowsky— the gruff, seasoned custodian in charge of the Lost and Found— in hopes of retrieving the precious item and making his grandmother proud. Amid the school’s humming routines and bustling hallways, the story follows Justin’s earnest quest, the unassuming kindness of the janitor and the small-town school environment that frames a heartfelt adventure for young readers.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Bill Harley
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