Ivan the gorilla has lived in a cage at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall for twenty. "Kindness and its ability to change lives shines through on every single page of this book. by Katherine Applegate and Patricia Castelao Book 1 of the Ivan and Friends Series. Schmidt, Newbery Honor author of The Wednesday Wars " The One and Only Ivan will break your heart-and then, against all odds, mend it again." - Gary D. "Beautifully written, intelligent, and brave book…Quite simply, this story is life-changing."- Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medalist, Sarah, Plain and Tall "Utterly believable, this bittersweet story, complete with an author's note identifying the real Ivan, will inspire a new generation of advocates." - Kirkus Reviews Castelao's illustrations add a winsome charm. Parents need to know that The One and Only Bob is a continuation of the story that began with Katherine Applegates 2013 Newbery Award recipient The One and Only Ivan. "No young reader who experiences this book will look at a zoo animal the same again. The characters will capture readers' hearts and never let go. readers will be left rethinking our relationship to animals." - Publishers Weekly "Inspired by a true story, Applegate ( Home of the Brave) offers a haunting tale.
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