Lost And Found

This middle-grade fiction follows identical twins as they relocate to a new town and start at a fresh school. The central twist arrives on the first day of sixth grade when one brother is home sick and the other discovers that no one knows he exists at all—no attendance record, no locker, no folder. It’s a story about identity, belonging, and the power—and risk—of clever schemes, told with warmth for readers ages 9–12 who enjoy school-life adventures and a dash of mischief. The narrative is story-led and character-driven, weaving together humor, curiosity, and ethical questions. As the brothers test a clerical oversight, readers explore what it means to be seen, how friendship evolves under pressure, and how honesty shapes who we are. The journey moves through classrooms, friendships, and the everyday realities of growing up, balancing wit with thoughtful reflection without losing its sense of adventure. What sets this reading experience apart is the twin perspective at the heart of the plot and the thoughtful tension between wit and consequence. The writing invites readers to consider choices, consequences, and how self-perception shifts when others’ perceptions change.Accessible language and steady pacing make it enjoyable for independent reading and suitable for reading aloud with family or in a classroom discussion, encouraging curiosity about identity and honesty along the