One of my favorite books that I read over the summer was The One and Only Ivan, by Katherine Applegate. Inspired by a true story, this emotional novel tells the tale of Ivan, a silverback gorilla who lives in a cage at the Big Top Mall. Ivan has friends at the mall, an elephant named Stella, a dog named Bob, and a little girl named Julia. They perform for humans every day of the year. While Ivan has resigned himself to his life at the mall, he is not entirely happy. But all that changes the day Ruby arrives. Ruby is a baby elephant who has a tragic past. She was brought to the mall from a circus, where she was treated very poorly. All of a sudden, Ivan's life has a new purpose; to keep Ruby safe. If his plan succeeds, Ivan, Ruby, and everyone else involved with "The Littlest Big Top on Earth" will have their lives changed forever. Winner of the 2013 Newbery Medal, The One and Only Ivan will stay in your heart long after you've finished the last page.
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Katherine Applegate answers questions from students about The One and Only Ivan.
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