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Hoot is a 2002 children’s and young adult novel by American author Carl Hiaasen. Set in Florida, it follows Roy Eberhardt as he becomes involved in an effort to protect a colony of burrowing owls from a construction project. The story combines school conflicts, comic investigation, and an environmental theme, and it received a Newbery Honor. It suits readers looking for contemporary fiction with ecological subject matter and satire.
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What are the burrowing owls in Hoot?
The burrowing owls are the animals Roy Eberhardt tries to protect in Carl Hiaasen's novel Hoot. Their colony is threatened by a construction project in Florida.
Who is the main character in Hoot?
The story follows Roy Eberhardt, a boy dealing with school conflicts after moving to Florida. His investigation into the construction site leads him into a campaign to save the owls.
When was Hoot published?
Hoot was published in 2002. It is a children's and young adult novel by American author Carl Hiaasen.
What themes does Hoot combine?
Hoot combines environmental protection with school drama, comic investigation, and friendship. The central conflict is whether a construction project should proceed when it threatens a colony of burrowing owls.
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