The One and Only Ivan - (Harper Classic) by Katherine Applegate (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This Newbery Medal winner and #1 "New York Times" bestseller celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself. This Harper Classic edition includes an Author's Note, a redesigned jacket, and more. Illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>This Harper Classic edition of the Newbery Medal winner and #1 <em>New York Times</em> bestseller includes an author's note, a letter from the real Ivan's caretaker at Zoo Atlanta, Ivan's signature, discussion questions, and more. This #1 <em>New York Times </em>bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel<em> </em>is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+</strong><br/></p><p><strong>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. </strong></p><p>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.</p><p>In the tradition of timeless stories like <em>Charlotte's Web</em> and <em>Stuart Little</em>, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope.</p><p><em>The One and Only Ivan</em> features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).</p><p>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.<br/></p><p><strong>Plus don't miss <em>The One and Only Bob, </em> Katherine Applegate's return to the world of Ivan, Bob, and Ruby!</strong></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>★ "Exemplifies everything youngsters need to know about courage."--<em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>★ "Animal-loving youngsters and their adults will find plenty of food for thought in Ivan's extraordinary story."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books <strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>★ "Will capture readers' hearts and never let go. A must have."--School Library Journal <strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>"A beautifully written, intelligent and brave book. You will never look at the relationship of humans and animals in the same way again. Quite simply, this story is life changing."--Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall<br><br>"Discover an animal hero that will take his place with other courageous and beloved animals such as Babe, Mrs. Frisby, Charlotte and Wilbur. Adults reading this aloud with children will find it just as rewarding."--Shelf Awareness<br><br>"Important."--The Horn Book<br><br>"Katherine Applegate's beautiful, life-affirming story will soar directly from Ivan's heart into your own. Read it out loud. Read it alone. Read it."--Kathi Appelt, Newbery Honor author of The Underneath<br><br>"The One and Only Ivan will break your heart--and then, against all odds, mend it again. In cheering for Ivan and his friends, we cheer for our own humanity and our own possibilities. Read this."--Gary D. Schmidt, Newbery Honor author of The Wednesday Wars<br>
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