The Lost Thing is a picture book that follows the interruption in the daily life of an ordinary boy when he discovers a ‘monster’ on the beach and tries to find out where he belongs in a self-absorbed and drab world. Clearly, The Lost Thing invites us to look at society in a different way, encouraging us to notice things and not to ignore those who are different but to help them, as they may need it; A valuable message for both children and adults alike.