Hunter Hoot, a young owl, leaves his mother to explore alone and finds himself in an upsetting situation. A curious child takes Hunter to be her pet, dresses him in doll clothes, and feeds him tea party treats not meant for owls. Noticing his distress, she must decide whether to keep him or release him to his natural habitat. Will she make the right choice? Will Hunter Hoot  get to see his mom again?
 

Parents and teachers will appreciate the resources listed. Facts about hoot owls are interwoven into the story, making learning about them fun. The story ends with an enjoyable activity, a hands-on-project, preparing and sharing a delicious, healthy snack, and a message from our forest rangers.