Katherine Applegate
What’s inside
The One and Only Ivan is a heartwarming tale of a silverback gorilla named Ivan who lives in a shopping mall and yearns for freedom.
You’ll Learn
- Develop empathy for animals
- Understand the importance of freedom
- Inspiration from Ivan’s creativity
- Learn the power of resilience and friendship
Key Points
- Ivan’s life in captivity
- Friendship with an elephant named Stella
- Arrival of a baby elephant, Ruby
- Ivan’s artistic talents
- Plan to escape to a zoo
- Themes of freedom and captivity
Who’s it For
- Children and young readers
- Animal lovers
- Readers interested in animal rights
- Fans of emotive storytelling
About the author
Katherine Applegate is a celebrated author of children’s literature, known for her imaginative storytelling and memorable characters.