The One and Only Ivan
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The #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+
This unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself.
Having spent twenty-seven years behind the glass walls of his enclosure in a shopping mall, Ivan has grown accustomed to humans watching him. He hardly ever thinks about his life in the jungle. Instead, Ivan occupies himself with television, his friends Stella and Bob, and painting. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from the wild, he is forced to see their home, and his art, through new eyes.
In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope.
The One and Only Ivan features first-person narrative; author’s use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).
This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.
Plus don’t miss The One and Only Bob, Katherine Applegate’s return to the world of Ivan, Bob, and Ruby!
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Discover the New York Times bestselling series from Katherine Applegate!
The Newbery Medal winning novel inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla named Ivan. Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. Now living in a wildlife sanctuary, elephant Ruby recounts the time she spent in the African savannah to Ivan and Bob. Return to Ivan the gorilla’s world one last time and he embarks on his most exciting adventure yet. Meet the unforgettable characters Ivan and Bob in this paperback box set including the award-winning modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its heartwarming bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob!
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After her pack is hunted down and killed, Byx fears she may be the last of her species. The Endling. So Byx sets out to find safe haven, and to see if the legends of other hidden dairnes are true. Katherine Applegate continues her epic New York Times bestselling middle grade animal fantasy series in this second installment, which Kirkus said in a starred review “will have readers salivating for a third. Simply sublime.” Powerhouse author Katherine Applegate concludes her bestselling and award-winning “simply sublime” (Kirkus Reviews) animal fantasy trilogy. The hilarious chapter book series about an accidental rule breaker by Newbery Medal-winning and bestselling author Katherine Applegate. When Roscoe’s stuffed pig, Hamilton, goes missing, he is convinced that Wyatt, the class bully, is responsible. When Roscoe finds out where Wyatt keeps his teddy bear, he decides to give that pignapper a taste of his own medicine. It seems like everyone has an award of some kind. Except Roscoe. But a pet-trick contest is coming up, and first prize is a big, shiny trophy. Roscoe really wants that trophy—would he even borrow someone else’s dog to win?
Publisher : Storytide; Illustrated edition (January 6, 2015)
Language : English
Paperback : 336 pages
ISBN-10 : 0061992275
ISBN-13 : 978-0061992278
Reading age : 8+ years, from customers
Lexile measure : 570L
Grade level : 3 – 7
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.93 x 7.75 inches
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Ali –
Great books!
We love these books. Great for a reader going from comic style to chapter. The pages are not overwhelming and easy to read!
KatieFR –
awesome book
I read this book on kindle. It was very interesting and very informative. Will definitely read the next books I in the series
James Sparks –
A Great Book to introduce Children to Literature
This book won the Newbery Medal for Children’s Literature in 2013, and it was much deserved. Here’s what the book has going for it:1. The Targeted age of the reader: In recent years people have complained that the Newbery Medal was being awarded to books that were for an older demographic, like older teenagers. I’m not sure I agree with that, because when you read the earlier Newbery Medal books you can tell by the vocabulary and subject matter that the intent has always been for these books to enrich the young reader regardless of age. With that said, Ivan is a book that has a slightly younger age group in mind. Which is important as it will introduce the young reader to great stories spurring them on to try to read more Newbery Medal books.2. The story is based on a true story. Ivan was real! The main parts of the story are true. This would be a great school book for a young, say 5th grade, class to read, and then research the true story. A simple Google search will turn up all kinds of information about the real Ivan, pictures and all. In turn this information could be used in projects and presentations.3. I love the characters! I truly enjoyed getting to know every character presented in the story. From the animals to the humans, each one has a great personality that I really enjoyed. My two favorite characters were the young girl, Julia and the dog, Bob. The author could easily write more books about Ivan, and Julia and Bob.4. The illustrations are nice, and very contemporary.What I didn’t Like:1. The book is separated out, but not into chapters. I wish she had done that.I really felt a “Charlotte’s Web” vibe to this book. The plot and characters have some similarities that just made the book overall enjoyable to read.I recently heard that Disney has bought the movie rights to this story, and I hope that’s correct. It would make a great movie!
ZCMama –
The One and Only Ivan is a New Classic!
From the start, The One And Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate, keeps readers entertained with the characters’ deep thoughts like, “I love colorful tales with black beginnings and stormy middles and cloudless blue-sky endings. But any story will do.” Ivan the gorilla, a good friend and artist, experiences this roller coaster throughout the story. Ivan lives in a cage at the mall with an elephant named Stella and a dog named Bob. At the beginning, Ivan isn’t very happy. Stella, a very wise, old elephant, talks to him. One of the things she says is, “Memories are precious. They help tell us who we are. Try remembering all your keepers. You always liked Karl, the one with the harmonica.” It helps Ivan calm down and relax. In the middle, a young elephant arrives named Ruby. She likes to tell Ivan about her past before coming to the mall. Ruby says, “At my old circus we always got up when it was still dark and then we had breakfast and we walked in a circle. And then they chained my feet up, and that really hurt.” Ivan learns that other animals are being treated badly all over. It doesn’t just happen where he lives. In the end, does Ivan stay on the cold, hard floor? Or does he escape and find a better home? I can’t tell you. You will have to read the book to find out. You will be pulling for Ivan and his friends the whole time and hoping they find their “blue-sky ending.” By reading this book I learned that even when things are hard and bad, you can still find happiness in your life. Sometimes you just have to have hope and get through the hard stuff. And, I think this is a great book for middle-schoolers.
Jessica B. –
A work of art
The One and Only Ivan was just the bittersweet book I needed when I was dealing with a stressful week. I read it in about one day because I could not put it down. The whole story felt like a work of art about a gorilla who makes art. The voice was such a cute, appealing, and engaging one. The format it’s told in is kind of a journal that makes you see the world the way Ivan, the gorilla, does. You really get to know him and how sweet he is which makes it all the more tear jerking when you learn some of the horrible things that happened to him. The One and Only Ivan is a book I could see kids liking. Ivan, the gorilla, loves to draw simple things and eat his crayons…and sometimes his art. But the writing was so poetic and beautiful I enjoyed it immensely as an adult.”He goes back to work. His mop moves across the empty food court like a giant brush, painting a picture no one will ever see.”- Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Ivan pg 233It was the ultimate showing not telling and it sucked me right in. And the art inside was just as beautiful as the writing. It looked stunning even on my kindle and it looks even better in the print version.The animal characters are all full of personality. I found each of them wonderful and very caring – even the sarcastic homeless dog. I really liked Stella, the elephant, and she had my favorite quote from the book:”I always tell the truth,” Stella replies. “Although I sometimes confuse the facts.”- Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Ivan pg 66The impossible task that Ivan tries to achieve reminded me of Finding Nemo and how impossible it sounded for a fish to escape a fish tank and go back to the ocean. I was rooting for Ivan hard and hoping with everything I had that he would overcome.Just when I was teary eyed enough, I read the Author’s Note about how The One and Only Ivan was inspired by a true story. She embellished of course, but definitely not as much as you’d think. Very much of this story is similar to what happened to a real gorilla. Someone get me some tissues. Was I really having a stressful week? I’ve forgotten what it was.Overall, this was a work of art about hope and the sad reality of animal cruelty that was brought up in a beautiful way that children could relate to and understand.
Estee –
Our small family’s most beloved book. The whole series is amazing. Best gift to give for a bay shower, even the whole set.Does not disappoint. Read from the viewpoint of the people and animal’s in the book. Best ever stories!!!!All ages would love this book. I so enjoyed reading THIS one over and over. Make it fun, I used different voices for all the characters. Kept my sons busy mind focused. And they go off to sleep wonderfully.
Suresh Nair –
A beautifully written story about friendship, hope, and the yearning for freedom. Ivan’s journey from a life in captivity to finding his true home is both touching and inspiring. This book is a must-read for readers of all ages.
LEONARDO MARQUES MIRANDA –
Splendido libro per bambino . Rilegato bene , caratteri grandi e la storia è entusiasmante . Consigliato per i bimbi . Niente da dire .
Jane eyre –
Never judge a book by its cover – I did. The cover is charming and is the reason I was drawn to it.I must admit, it took me a little while to get into the book. It is written in an unusual way – very short paragraphs of one or two sentences, which at first felt disjointed. But bear with it.The story is told from the point of view of Ivan, a silver-back gorilla who is kept in a cage ‘domain’ in a shopping mall. He watches as life passes him by along with his few companions. He has trouble remembering anything much from his past and relies on Stella the elephant to do this. One day a new baby elephant arrives and she begins to change Ivan’s outlook.This is a charming story, providing an interesting insight of how life might be if you were a captive gorilla. Its a tale of friendship, determination and hope. It as a joy to read and would appeal to older readers who are interested in animals (it is based on some true facts) and protecting them.
arturo baltazar –
Compré este libro para mis hijos (de 10 y 12 años). Yo lo empecé a leer y no lo pude soltar!Es un cuento hermoso de un Gorila (Ivan) que vive en una jaula en un centro comercial.Ivan no recuerda su vida fuera de su jaula y desde ahi acepta su alrededor y trata de entender a los humanos. Pero algo pasa y los cambios llegan.Ivan es el que cuenta el cuento asi que el vocabulario que usa es muy simple pero al mismo tiempo muy profundo. Es un excelente libro para toda la familia.