Hoot

Carl Hiaasen presents a middle grade novel set in Florida that follows a young protagonist navigating a new school environment and becoming involved in an environmental effort to protect a population of burrowing owls. This paperback edition contains 320 pages of realistic fiction combined with humorous situations. The narrative explores themes of ecological preservation, civic responsibility, and friendship among classmates. This publication represents the standalone standard format of the title, designed for middle-grade readers interested in contemporary realistic fiction and environmental themes.