Scout and the Rescue Dogs -- Dianne Wolfer

<p> <strong>The summer holidays have finally arrived, and Scout can't wait for her adventure in the big rig with Dad.</strong> </p><p>After Mom died, life hasn't been the same. But now Dad and Scout are on a mission to deliver donations of dog food to animal rescue shelters right across the state. There will be lots of music, dad-jokes, and a brilliant plan that will make sure everyone's got a friend for the holidays. There might even be a special four-legged friend in it for Scout. But Scout and her dad get more than they've bargained for. It's bushfire season--and it's not just the dogs who need rescuing . . .</p><p>This moving, hopeful, and heartwarming story is set against the 2019-2020 Australian bushfires.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Dianne Wolfer<br><b>Publisher:</b> Walker Books Australia<br><b>Published:</b> 06/03/2025<br><b>Pages:</b> 224<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781761600494<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Kirkus Reviews</i> 04/15/2025