Hoot

by Carl Hiaasen (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $17.34

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $3.47

  Roy Eberhardt is recently, and unhappily, arrived in Florida. 'Disney World is an armpit compared to Montana,' he announces. Roy's family moves a lot so he's used to the new-kid drill - and to bullies like Dana Matherson. And anyway, it's because of Dana that Roy gets to see the mysterious running boy - who runs away from the school bus and who has no books, no backpack and, most oddly, no shoes. Sensing a mystery Roy starts to trail the runner - a chase that will introduce him to many weird Floridian creatures: potty-trained alligators, some cute burrowing owls, a fake-fart champion, a sinister pancake PR man and some snakes with mysteriously sparkly tails. Suddenly life in Florida is looking up!

• Used

  Hardcover
  2004

  $3.74

  What's the hook? Vividly drawn male and female characters appeal to boys and girls whilst humorous tone, witty dialogue and comic situations engage even the most reluctant reader. What are the themes? Bullying, environmentalism, and capitalism vs. the environment themes offer rich potential for cross-curricular work. Teaching points? Provides numerous opportunities for storyboarding, media work and creative writing.

• New

  Paperback
  2004

  $14.25