Acting Out
Acting Out by Laurie Halse Anderson is a 144-page book published by Penguin on August 30, 2012. This edition presents a story centered around Zoe, who returns to Ambler after living in Los Angeles with her mother. As she reconnects with the Vet Volunteers, Zoe grapples with her feelings of missing her mom, who is busy filming a movie in Canada. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of a troubling situation in the town, where animals are being poisoned by antifreeze.
Readers will find Zoe and her friends taking action to raise awareness about the dangers of antifreeze poisoning, highlighting themes of adolescence and social responsibility. The story explores the challenges of coming of age while dealing with personal and community issues. This book is part of a series aimed at younger readers, making it a relevant choice for those interested in juvenile fiction that addresses social themes and animal welfare.
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An all-new book in acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson’s series for younger readers!
Zoe is back in Ambler after living with her mom in Los Angeles, and she doesn’t know what to feel about it. It’s fun to be back with the Vet Volunteers, but Zoe misses her mom, who is filming a movie in Canada. Meanwhile, there seems to be a rash of animals being poisoned by antifreeze across the town, and Zoe fears that David’s new adopted cat, Rover, might be one of them. So the gang works to raise awareness about antifreeze poisoning, and Zoe’s mom has a special surprise in store for everyone.
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