If I Became Invisible

By: Mishti Saini

If I woke up one morning and found out I had turned invisible, I’d probably scream first. Except no one would hear me… because I’d be invisible! Then I’d wave my hands in front of the mirror and giggle when I saw absolutely nothing. That’s when I’d realise: this is going to be awesome.

First, I’d sneak downstairs and eat the last piece of chocolate cake. (Sorry, Mom!) I’d even take a cookie for good luck. Then, I’d tiptoe into my brother’s room and move his action figures around just to freak him out. He’d think they were haunted. Classic small sister prank!

But I wouldn’t stop at fun and pranks. I’d do something good, too.

I’d go to school and sit in class invisibly. I’d watch how teachers teach and how some students hide their homework or feel left out. I’d help the shy kids by whispering answers into their ears — like a homework fairy. I’d leave little encouraging notes in pencil boxes: You’re awesome! Keep going!

Then, I’d sneak into the principal’s office (don’t worry, just for good reasons!) and find out how decisions are made. Maybe I’d even hide sticky notes everywhere that say things like “Free Ice Cream Fridays!” or “Let kids paint the walls!” Just imagine!

After school, I’d go to the animal shelter. I love animals so much. I’d open cages for the dogs and let them run in the yard, play fetch with the lonely ones, and cuddle the sad ones. No one would know how it was happening, but the animals would be happy. That’s all that matters.

Before turning visible again (if I could!), I’d sneak into a bookstore and read every book I could, all night long. No one would shoo me away. I’d travel the world through stories — invisible but unstoppable.

Being invisible would be cool, but I think I’d miss hugs, high-fives, and someone saying my name. Still, for a little while, I’d use my invisibility to make the world a tiny bit better… and maybe have a little fun along the way.

And who knows? Maybe someday, I’ll invent an invisible cape — and share it only with kind people.