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A Lost Cause - by  Felicita Sala (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

A Lost Cause - by Felicita Sala (Hardcover)

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  • From award-winning creator Felicita Sala comes a whimsical adventure about a child who's determined to recover all his misplaced belongings, wherever they may be A baseball cap.
  • 4-8 Years
  • 10.7" x 8.6" Hardcover
  • 48 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Animals

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About the Book



"Pablo, a little pig who always misplaces his belongings, feels overwhelmed by the responsibility of keeping track of everything, especially with an upcoming show-and-tell, until, with a little help, he discovers the secret lives of his missing things"--



Book Synopsis



From award-winning creator Felicita Sala comes a whimsical adventure about a child who's determined to recover all his misplaced belongings, wherever they may be

A baseball cap. A special sweater covered in dogs. A marble collection. The baseball cap, again.

Pablo just can't stop losing his things: at the bus stop, in the park, on a plane, everywhere! When his exasperated parents give him the responsibility of keeping track of everything, Pablo tries--he really does. But his room has become a frightful mess, and with show-and-tell just around the corner, Pablo needs to find his things now more than ever. Where have they gone to? And who can help him now?

Relatably told from a child's point of view, this playful tale from internationally beloved author-illustrator Felicita Sala explores the secret lives of the countless little things that go missing every day.



Review Quotes




"Sala's illustrations are vibrant and endearing. Chaotic depictions of Pablo's messy bedroom are full of captivating details, and a labeled spread of his lost items, as well as the weird and unexpected places they have turned up, will draw chuckles from readers who may relate to Pablo's predicament."

--Booklist

"[W]onderfully fantastical...Sala's amusing mixed-media illustrations deftly demonstrate the characters' activities, emotions, and community-building skills. Sweet stuff--lost and found."--Kirkus Reviews

"Sala, matches knowing, always empathic text with vivid settings that help anchor both Pablo and readers in this object lesson, which reinforces that caring for beloved belongings (and beings) demonstrates how deeply they are valued."--Publishers Weekly



About the Author



Felicita Sala is the self-taught illustrator of several picture books, including All from a Walnut by Ammi-Joan Paquette, Be a Tree! by Maria Gianferrari, and The Hideout by Susanna Mattiangeli, as well as her own book of recipes for children, What's Cooking at 10 Garden Street?, and her author-illustrator debut, If You Run Out of Words.She grew up between Italy and Australia and now lives in Rome with her family.
Dimensions (Overall): 10.7 Inches (H) x 8.6 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.05 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 48
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Animals
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Theme: Pigs
Format: Hardcover
Author: Felicita Sala
Language: English
Street Date: October 7, 2025
TCIN: 1002483286
UPC: 9781419766916
Item Number (DPCI): 247-49-6046
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.6 inches length x 8.6 inches width x 10.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.05 pounds
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Q: What type of illustrations can readers expect?

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Q: What is the theme of this children's book?

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  • A: The theme revolves around a little pig named Pablo who struggles to keep track of his belongings.

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Q: How many pages does the book contain?

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  • A: The book contains a total of 48 pages filled with engaging illustrations and playful storytelling.

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Q: Who is the author of this book?

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  • A: The book is written and illustrated by Felicita Sala, an award-winning creator.

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Q: What age group is this book intended for?

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  • A: This book is suggested for children aged 4 to 8 years old.

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