Arthur Lost and Found (Arthur Adventures) [Hardcover]

Marc Brown (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1998 | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Arthur Adventures

When Arthur and Buster take the bus downtown together for the first time, they fall asleep, miss their stop, and wind up on the other side of town. Will Arthur and Buster be able to put their heads together and find their way home? Full-color illustrations.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 3-To get to his swimming lesson, Arthur must take the bus on his own for the first time. His pal Buster comes along for moral support. The unknown is scary and their resolve is shaken by some urban-legendary gossip: "I heard about his guy who got on the bus, and it just kept going and going and going." Nevertheless, Arthur and Buster pluck up their courage and take the trip. Trouble ensues when they fall asleep, miss their stop, and become lost in a strange part of town. Although he is frightened, Arthur knows just what to do. Looking for a phone booth leads the boys to a diner where they calm their nerves with "six chocolate winkies and two cans of strawberry soda." Finding the telephone broken and having spent all their money on snacks, Arthur once again demonstrates his resourcefulness by pleading their case to the bus driver. He not only lets them on, but also calls their parents and chauffeurs them right to Arthur's front door. Brown's trademark watercolor-and-ink cartoons are full of witty details, inviting readers into this aardvark's world. Another pleaser, this time one that speaks of self-reliance and safety.
Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Marc Brown, who was born in Erie, Pennsylvania in 1946, received great encouragement and support from his grandmother and uncle. Inspired by the books of Maurice Sendak, Brown decided to pursue his ambition of becoming an illustrator. After receiving a B.F.A. in painting from the Cleveland Institute of Art, he worked as a TV art director, a professor of mechanical drawing, and a freelance illustrator, before becoming a writer. In his books, he addresses the fears and problems which children face and events like friendship, family, school and pets. For his illustrations, Brown uses pencil with watercolor on a variety of papers to achieve different visual effects. The "Arthur" series, about the everyday adventures of a lovable aardvark, began in 1976 and continues to this day with 25 titles published. Brown has also created other series such as the "Rhymes" series, and the nonfiction "Dinosaur" series, which conveys messages of do's and don'ts. These series, like the stories of Arthur, hold the attention of young children while transporting their imaginations on magical journeys.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; 1st edition (September 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316109126
• ISBN-13: 978-0316109123
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.5 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #842,104 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Marc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, as well as numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts on Martha's Vineyard.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A Scary Situation, October 26, 2006

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Arthur Lost and Found: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventure Series) (Paperback)

Arthur Lost and Found it is a bad day for Arthur and Buster. They miss the bus. It is a good book. Arthur and Buster are lost. "We've taken the bus before" said Mom. I love this book. You should read this book. It is funny. My favorite part was Arthur and Buster fell asleep on the bus.

5.0 out of 5 stars Arthur Gets Lost, October 26, 2006

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Arthur Lost and Found: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventure Series) (Paperback)

I read "Arthur Lost and Found." In this story Arthur was on the bus. He fell asleep and when he woke up he was lost. I have a connection. My little brother always gets lost. I worry about him just like Mother.

4.0 out of 5 stars Arthur's Lost and Found, March 1, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Arthur Lost and Found: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventure Series) (Paperback)

The book is one of the best books I have ever read in my life. The author, Marc Brown uses vivid details to capture every event perfectly. I enjoyed the book thoroughly. The pictures are so descriptive. The story plot is also very funny. Although the book is a work of marvelous fiction, the author depicts an event that can happen to absolutely anyone. My favorite part was when Arthur and his best friend Buster wanted to go use the phone in the diner and it was broken. Then they spent all their money on snacks and then the supposedly evil bus driver is actually very nice. I really liked the book.